Experience with "Speedfeed IV" 870 stock?

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As the saying goes - everyone needs a Remington 870 ;)

I'm currently trying to decide between the 870 Tactical:

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and the 870 Tactical A-TACS:

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Both are nearly identical, being 18.5", having the 2-shot extension an ghost-ring sights. I've had a chance to handle the "plain" 870 tactical, and really like it - it comes up nice and clean, with quick acquisition through the ghost ring sights. The cost difference between the two is negligible.

The problem is that no dealer local to me stocks the A-TACS, so I would have to order it without having a chance to shoulder this firearm. I do like the look of the Speedfeed-IV "pistol grip" stock, but does anyone have any in-the-field feedback they can provide on it? One of my local dealers suggested that with the tactical-style stock most of the recoil is taken up by the hand, instead of the shoulder. I would really appreciate hearing from anyone who has a speedfeed-IV on their 870...

Thanks!
 
I have one and am very happy with it. It works great for slugs in terms of recoil having the pistol grip and IMHO is superior to the collapsing M4 style stocks for aiming due to the better cheek weld.
 
Pistol grips on full stock shotguns are the standard, makes all the difference in pointing the weapon, control, and comfort/feel.

Go for the pistol grip, you won't regret it. I know I didn't!
 
If I was to use a pistol grip stock on a shotgun, which I have been known to do, I would go for the Knoxx Recoil Reducing Stock. There is adjust-ability for individual length of pull, and the added benefit of recoil reduction....what could be better?

There is just something about that Speed Feed stock that looks so ergonomically wrong!
 
7.62mm said:
If I was to use a pistol grip stock on a shotgun, which I have been known to do, I would go for the Knoxx Recoil Reducing Stock. There is adjust-ability for individual length of pull, and the added benefit of recoil reduction....what could be better?
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if a gun came with a Speedfeed pistol grip stock, i wouldnt complain - Speedfeed makes good quality stocks. but if i had to pay extra for the gun, or spend money on an aftermarket stock - i would buy the recoil-reducing and adjustable Knoxx instead.

i only have one PG stocked shotgun right now -- a 20ga 870 Express Compact with a Knoxx Spec-Ops. this is slightly OT, but ill tell you what i like/dislike about it and PG stocks in general:

my opinion: while the PG Knoxx is a total pussycat to shoot, i find a traditional stock a lot more intuitive and ergonomic for shooting clays. i also prefer carrying a traditional stock since the PG stock is a bit bulky/snaggy. if youre carrying a short barreled shotgun in your hands, its a LOT more awkward to shoulder a PG stock than a traditional stock. with the latter, you simply bring the gun up you your shoulder and your hand slides into position on the trigger very naturally. with the PG stock, when you bring the gun up to your shoulder you need to let go with your trigger hand so you can reposition your hand/thumb on the grip. this is unacceptable IMHO in a camp/WD gun - when seconds count something like that can get you killed.

others opinions on the stock: the gun is mostly used by women actually. i bought it for my g/f to get her into shotgun shooting and its also being used by my mom - who has several herniated discs and a torn tricep. buying the gun was an excellent choice. for some reason, new shooters seem to be MUCH more comfortable with a pistol grip stock. i have no idea why this is - but if i hand a new shooter several shotguns to try for fit/feel, they will invariably gravitate to the PG Knoxx stocked 870. it feels more comfortable and intuitive for them.
this only applies to the Knoxx -- but when they get to firing it, the fact that recoil is virtually nonexistent is also a huge factor - since poor fit and recoil is responsible for most new users fear of guns. most disastrous youtube videos of women/petite folk shooting shotguns show them leaning far back in an awkward shooting position: this is because of poor gun fit - some idiot handing a 5' tall woman a 12 gauge with a 14.5" LOP. which is another reason i would choose the adjustable Knoxx over the Speedfeed: the Speedfeed has a ridiculously long LOP. the Knoxx can be adjusted in seconds to fit any shooter, or to compensate for heavy winter clothing or a t-shirt in summer. it can be adjusted to fit a >6' shooter or a 5' shooter within seconds.

so basically, if i was getting a great deal on a gun that already came equipped with the Speedfeed PG stock, i wouldnt hesitate to buy it and would probably not bother replacing it (though i'd probably reduce the LOP). but if i wanted a PG stock - rather than pay extra for one equipped with a Speedfeed PG stock id rather buy a barebones Express or used Wingmaster and order a Knoxx Spec-Ops stock for it instead.

the ~$525 for the 870 Express Tactical is, IMHO, a waste and youre better off buying a used 870P/Wingmaster or Grizzly... but thats another thread.
 
+1 for Speedfeed

I've had a speedfeed IV on both a Mossberg 590 and an 870. The mossberg was a problem due to the position of the safety. However on the 870 I really like the additional control and help with recoil. But it does make the shotgun a little more unwieldy for packing around like others have mentioned.
 
I've got a Speedfeed IV on my 870 and really notice the difference in the heavier recoiling loads. My old OPP S&W 3000 would kick like a beast with slugs to the point where it was unpleasant to shoot -- this is much more fun. I'm not sure but I attribute to difference to the soft recoil pad and the fact that your firing hand can take a some of the recoil instead of it all hitting your shoulder. I like the look of a "regular" stock better but the feel of the pistol grip is much better.
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As manbearpig mentions upthread, though, I find pistol-gripped stocks a little bulky on a short shotgun and detract from their handiness. I've got Remington 870 Express laminated set on my Grizzly and even though there's more kick it's a slick, sleek gun
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I've got one on my 590 *personal opinion - I like it better* and it's my favorite stock of pretty much all of my guns. It's comfy, makes recoil feel softer somehow, and I've had no problems getting to any button or anything. I like the full length one. On top of that, the Speedfeed is pretty much impossible to break, so if you run out of ammo, you can use it as a club. I wouldn't trust a Knoxx like that :/




I very strongly affixed a 6 shell sidesaddle and it's the best.
 
Knoxx Spec-ops is awesome. Adjust length - zero recoil. Tacticool too. If you want extra shells add a side saddle.
 
Thanks for all the input everyone. Lots of good advice and suggestions for both styles of stock.

Yesterday I walked into Epps fully expecting to leave with an 870, either with the traditional or PG stock. But as things tend to go when I walk into Epps, something shiny and unexpected catches my eye, and I wound up with a very good deal on a used Benelli Nova tactical ;) Not quite what I expected, but I'm very excited for tomorrows trip to the range.
 
Meph said:
I've got one on my 590 *personal opinion - I like it better* and it's my favorite stock of pretty much all of my guns. It's comfy, makes recoil feel softer somehow, and I've had no problems getting to any button or anything. I like the full length one. On top of that, the Speedfeed is pretty much impossible to break, so if you run out of ammo, you can use it as a club. I wouldn't trust a Knoxx like that :/




I very strongly affixed a 6 shell sidesaddle and it's the best.
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Sir,where from u got this stock for ur mossy?i am also interested in it for my shotgun.
 
faizi said:
Sir,where from u got this stock for ur mossy?i am also interested in it for my shotgun.
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htp://www.tacticalshotgunner.com/speedfeed-tactical-stock-set-for-mossberg-500590-835-p-141.html

This is exactly what I got and where I got it, without my modification. They sell the side saddles, but there's a bit of work involved in tacking it on properly to the stock.

I recommend the bare stock 100%!
 
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