Mossberg 590 Vs. Remington 870 Tac'd out?

Question

I am purchasing a scattergun soon and am in a dilemma. I know this is a 'Ford Vs. Chevy', but which is most reliable, has most custom options, (eg after market parts) and is the coolest. (I think the Mossberg looks cooler, and it got a bayonet lug...) But cool aint gonna make or break my descion...thanx...

Answer 1

both are fine weapons, I've used both in the patrol car, and at home, as well as on my boat in years past. Both have a ton of accessories available, both are utterly reliable, the Mossberg can usually be found for a little bit less money. My current home defense gun is the mossberg with a 20" barrel and a flashlight mount fore end. Yes, the 20 barrel is a little more awkward in tight quarters, but I am used to it and like the extra round in the mag over the 18" barrel, plus, I can hunt with it as well. But I'd take either the mossberg or the remington in a heartbeat.

Answer 2

The Remington 870 is the shotgun that everyone copies, which is the ultimate form of flattery...This is the case here in comparing the Remington 870 to the Mossberg 590. The Mossberg 500, the predecessor to the Mossberg 590 was produced and copied from the Remington 870 so Mossberg could get a percentage of Remington's profits. The 590 Mossberg is just the improved version of the Mossberg 500 serires. There are literally dozens of extra barrels, magazine extensions, and stock configurations available for both. But the basic quality of the Remington 870 remains unchanged and is still the better value overall compared to the Mossberg.
To me I doesn't make sense to buy the cheaper Mossberg and save a few dollars than to spend it buying the Remington 870 instead.

I sell Remington 870's at a ratio of 8-1 over Mossbergs in my stores. That should tell you something. The thing to do is go in person and see both of these shotguns side by side at your local Gun Shop or Distributor. The differences in quality will be that obvious. Check out BOTH before you buy EITHER...See for yourself exactly what I'm telling you about....

NOTE* Remington 870 is also the #1 Shotgun used by Law Enforcement and Government agencies in the U.S. today.......
Good luck with whatever you decide to get!

Answer 3

I hunted with my Remington 870 for more than 7 years and just recently purchased a brand new Mossberg 590 to add to my ever growing collection of arsenal. After hunting with the Mossberg for 2 seasons I didn't hesitate to switch back to the Remington. It has a much better feel, better quality, and shoots tighter groups than the Mossberg. Note: The original Mossberg 500(now 590) is a copy off the Remington 870 so why settle for a copy when you can have the quality of an original for just a few more dollars? I would go with the Remington any day.

Answer 4

Some people like the Mossberg because of the location of the safety and others like the Remington 870 with the over sized safety button (available from Wilson Combat).
As far as patterns, each shotgun is different and you have to see if Federal or Remington shotgun shells give you the best pattern on your particular shotgun.
No, you don't need a bayonet lug.
You will need a side saddle (holds 4 to 6 rounds), a buttstock shell holder (holds 5 rounds), a tactical stripper (holds 6 rounds), a tactical sling and a shotgun course at Front Site or a similar school.
For accessories go to:
Wilson Combat
Dillon Precision Products
Cheaper Than Dirt

Answer 5

The Remington 870 is a favorite of hunters and law enforcement agencies. Mossberg supplies shotguns to the U.S. military, and I think they are 590's. I have both the 870 and the Mossberg 500A with an 18" barrel. They are both excellent guns.

Answer 6

You should check out the Mossberg 590A1 shotgun. It is different from the regular 590, and is a little harder to get. It has a heavier barrel and none of the plastic parts that the regular model 590 has. Mine holds 9 shots, has a 20 inch barrel, and a ghost ring sight. I believe it also comes in a few other variations.

The 590A1 is the shotgun that passed the military torture test, and I believe some of our troops are armed with it in Iraq. I have had no trouble with it at all, and I am impressed with its ruggedness.

Some folks may tell you that you can't get this shotgun, and that it is restricted to military and law enforcement use, but this is not true. If you want something a little different than an off the shelf Mossy, have your dealer order one for you. It may take a little searching on his part, but it's worth it.