Heresy Question

[Scorpion8]

So just for my general knowledge, which were the Remington 870 "clones" out there and which ones were the best? Which ones are junk/scrap?

[Synchronizor]

I know there are the imported Norinco clones like the Hawk 982, the NEF/H&R Pardner copies (which may also be an imported Norinco), the older S&W/Howa 3000, and probably others I'm forgetting or haven't heard of. You've also got a number of shotguns that are based heavily on the 870 design, like the CZ 612.

[Scorpion8]

Thanks. Am finally getting into shotguns thanks to this 870, and think the wife may like one in 20-ga. I think the .410 would be a blast, but prices on them are spendy. Not going to go clone unless there isn't a choice.

[Scorpion8]

Just checked two of my local LGS's, and they both had 870 20-ga.'s at reasonable prices. Dang this hobby!