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Old 06-01-2009, 10:26 AM   #1
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Default 870 barrel question?

I have a older 870 express with a 28in barrel. A buddy of mine told me older guns can't shoot steel shot. The gun is only about 13-14 years old. Does anybody know if I can please let me know. I don't want to mess it up.
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Old 06-01-2009, 01:20 PM   #2
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Default RE: 870 barrel question?

"Older" models were not sutiable for steel shot shells. I'd contact Remington with S/N of your gun. They'd know.
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Old 06-01-2009, 02:39 PM   #3
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Default RE: 870 barrel question?

If it's 14 years old, then it was made in 1995. I very seriously doubt that it'd have any problem whatsoever with steel shot. The gun was made after the federal non-toxic shat mandate. Just to be sure, your best bet is to call Remington directly with your serial number and ask them. They will be able to tell you for sure.

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Old 06-01-2009, 04:07 PM   #4
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Default RE: 870 barrel question?

I suspect by "older" we're talking 30-40 yr.'s. If your gun has choke tubes it's OK to shoot with steel. I've got a browning made in the' 80's that has "steel/lead" ratings on some of the choke tubes.

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