ADAPT & IMPROVE

CUSTOMIZE THE 870 TO YOUR NEEDS AND STYLE

BY LARRY SCHWARTZ

Apump shotgun is one of the most versatile guns you can have in your survival arsenal. It is easy to use and simple to disassemble and assemble. Interchangeable barrels and different types of shells let you use it for a wide range of purposes, from home-defense to bird and small-game hunting to big-game hunting. In addition, its simple design makes it less prone to failure, which is always a plus in a survival tool. One way to take advantage of these characteristics is to tailor your shotgun’s configuration and accessories so that they work well with how you want to use it.

One of the more innovative companies that make accessories for shotguns, especially pump shotguns, is Adaptive Tactical. Its product line addresses the commonly mentioned challenges brought up by shotgunners: getting the proper fit and how to mount accessories such as lights and sights. Three of this company’s products, the EX Performance Forend, M4-Style Stock and the Wraptor Elite Forend, address these two issues.

ADJUSTABLE STOCK AND FOREND

If you want the flexibility of an adjustable stock on your shotgun, the EX Performance Forend and M4-Style Stock is a combination you should definitely look at. The forend is a bit wider than the factory-installed forend that comes with the 870, so it is easier to hold onto when cycling the action. It also makes it easier to manipulate with gloves on. It features a 2-inch Picatinny rail at the front end that is hidden under a protective cap held in place by an Allen screw. This is a perfect location for the laser sight or weapons light you might want to add to your 870.