Rem 870 Tactical magazine plug ??

[rvbgtr]

I’ve got a Rem 870 Tactical with the Remington tube magazine extension, 6rd capacity.

Would like to use for some hunting. Need to reduce the magazine capacity to 2.

I understand there are two options.

1. Install a long plug with the existing set up.

2. Remove the extension and spring and replace with a standard length spring, plug and standard cap.

Seems like 2 might be the easier option.

Any other options? Recommendations?

Thank you

[gWebber]

Wood dowel, cut to length needed

[FloridaWing]

Option #1: get a dowel, cut to the proper length to block your magazine to the legal hunting capacity and drop it down the center of the spring. Option #2 is not easier and a great deal more expensive.

Keep in mind your barrel is an improved cylinder so as a hunting shotgun its effective range will be reduced. Look for a 26-28 inch modified barrel (ebay is a good place to begin) if you're serious about hunting.

I have a JC Higgins Model 20 12 ga that my Father gave me in 1964 and its had the same wooden dowel in the magazine tube for nearly 60 years.

[jeffreestar]

While option 1 is possible, the potential hassle of finding the exact right plug length for an extended tube and the slight possibility of feeding issues make option 2 the more straightforward and reliable choice for dedicated hunting use.

[Sprunki]

You can get a longer magazine plug essentially a rod or dowel cut to the right length to block off enough space in the extended tube so only 2 shells fit. This keeps the extension intact. The trick is measuring it precisely: with a 6-round tube, you’d need a plug long enough to take up the space of 4 shells (roughly 10-11 inches, depending on shell length 2.75" shells are standard for hunting). You’d drop it inside the existing spring. Pros: Keeps your tactical setup unchanged for when you switch back. Cons: Loose plugs can rattle around, which might spook game (a common complaint), and finding a pre-made plug that long might mean custom-cutting one from wood or plastic.