870 optics mount

[thegunnut]

I have been bitten by the turkey bug.

All my friends are shooting Derya autos with optics.

Being the cheap sort that I am, I am considering putting optics on one of the 870 express 12 ga models I already own.
I am looking for input / collective wisdom on what is the best mount system for the 870.
Prefer not to have to drill and tap.

Thx

 

[Yail Bloor]

I have the Trinity Force P1812 ExoMount. Threaded pins replace the stock trigger group pins, mount screws into those. Comes with 5 round side saddle, slides onto a picatinny rail on the left side of the mount. Allows use of your bead sight with the mount. Seems solid, pretty inexpensive - I like mine.

 

[Paul_T]

A couple of more options

http s://www.amazon.ca/Weaver-No-Gunsmith-Converta-Shotgun-Mount/dp/B003BRX15A
http s://www.ebay.ca/itm/Firefield-FF34007-Shotgun-Saddle-Mount-for-Remington-870/401400305511?hash=item5d75529767:g:OCoAAOSwls5Y7ykZ

 

[Butcherbill]

If you don't want to drill and tap a rail I would look into a saddle with a rail that bolt on through the trigger group pins holes, there are a few out there. Mesa tactical would be my go to.

 

[Rich the Butcher]

B square saddle mount. I've had one on my 870 slug gun for years...no issues at all.