Originally Posted by Botnst

I now have a Remington Model 870 Express 12 ga shotgun to compliment my Win Model 1400 that I've had since 1967. I've shot lots of edible critters with the 1400 but have yet to fire a shell through the 870. I got it because I've taken-up goose hunting and feel a need to own a light antiaircraft artillery field piece. It's chambered for 2 3/4" and 3" shells.

My 1400, being a 2 3/4" gas-operated semi and with an expanded rubber butt pad has a hardly noticeable recoil, even with magnum shells. It's a two-hander for sure, but it isn't too much, really. In contrast, this 870 in my lap has a solid rubber butt pad. I'm thinking that with a 3" shell that suckers gonna wallop my shoulder.

Any of you guys have experience with this shotgun? I like the stock fit, but I'm thinking about changing the butt pad. Advice?

B