Remington 870 12 gauge Police Magnum with folding stock at the range! Very pleasant to shoot!

Published on October 18, 2025
Duration: 7:46

This review of a Remington 870 Police Magnum with a Choke Machine and Tool folding stock highlights its pleasant shooting characteristics, even with magnum loads. The reviewer notes the shotgun's substantial weight from its all-steel construction contributes to manageable recoil. A key takeaway is a recurring issue where the folding stock's detent fails to hold, requiring potential modification for consistent lock-up.

Quick Summary

The Remington 870 Police Magnum, featuring an all-steel construction and rifle sights, offers a pleasant shooting experience with manageable recoil even with magnum slugs and buckshot. However, a tested folding stock exhibited a detent issue, requiring potential modification for consistent lock-up during firing.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Intro Music & Channel
  2. 00:48Introduction to Cranky Gun Reviews
  3. 00:52Series on Military/Police Shotguns
  4. 01:04Remington 870 Police Magnum Overview
  5. 01:07Folding Stock & Pistol Grip Setup
  6. 01:14Magnum Capabilities (2.75" & 3")
  7. 01:19Extended Mag Tube & Rifle Sights
  8. 01:23Effectiveness with Slugs/Buckshot
  9. 01:31Federal Target Load Test (1200 fps)
  10. 01:51Folding Stock Shooting Experience Query
  11. 02:16First Shots with Folding Stock
  12. 02:36Folding Stock Detent Issue Observed
  13. 03:17Shooting Impression: Not Unpleasant, But...
  14. 03:24Stock Not Staying Locked Issue Explained
  15. 03:52Option to Shoot with Pistol Grip Only
  16. 04:01Testing Pistol Grip Only Functionality
  17. 04:33Remington 870 vs. Mossberg Comparison
  18. 04:41First Remington 870 Purchase
  19. 04:44Action Release & Safety Features
  20. 04:50Police Magnum: All Steel Construction
  21. 04:58Weight Contributes to Pleasant Shooting
  22. 05:07Captor Slugs & Buckshot Test Setup
  23. 05:21Alternating Load Pattern (Buck/Slug)
  24. 05:39Anticipating Stock Issue with Heavier Loads
  25. 06:06Recoil Impression with Slugs/Buckshot
  26. 06:10Weight and Grip Manage Recoil
  27. 06:21Recoil is Very Tame
  28. 06:23870 Police Magnum: Legendary Reliability
  29. 06:31Separate Production Line for Police Magnums
  30. 06:46Enjoyment of Shooting This Shotgun
  31. 07:06Recap: 870 Police Magnum with Folding Stock
  32. 07:11Homemade Slug Test (Final Rounds)
  33. 07:19Closing Remarks: Support 2A Rights

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Remington 870 Police Magnum reviewed?

The Remington 870 Police Magnum features an all-steel receiver, barrel, and magazine tube, an extended magazine tube, rifle sights, and is chambered for both 2.75-inch and 3-inch Magnum shells. It's noted for its legendary reliability and higher quality construction due to a separate production line.

How does the folding stock perform on the Remington 870 Police Magnum?

The folding stock, while offering versatility, experienced an issue where the detent mechanism failed to maintain lock during firing, causing the stock to drop slightly. This suggests a need for modification to increase spring tension for consistent locking.

What is the recoil like when shooting magnum loads from this Remington 870?

Despite shooting 12-gauge slugs and buckshot at velocities around 1360-1375 ft/s, the recoil was found to be very tame. This is attributed to the shotgun's substantial weight from its all-steel construction and the ability to maintain a firm grip.

Is the Remington 870 Police Magnum considered reliable?

Yes, the Remington 870 Police Magnum is described as having legendary reliability. This is attributed to its all high-quality machined parts and the fact that Police Magnum models are reportedly made on a separate production line with greater attention to detail and finish.

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