1. The Best Upgrade of All Time – the Hogue Overmolded Stock

I’ve owned Remington 870 shotguns since 2009 and have fired over 50,000 rounds through five (now four) different 870s. In my experience, this stock is the best upgrade available. I even managed to destroy two of the original stocks after 10–15,000 rounds each and replaced them with the same Hogue stocks.

Remington 870 with Hogue Stock and Forend and TacStar Sidesaddle

A good grip is absolutely essential for a pump-action shotgun, and the overmolded forend does the job perfectly. It’s the most comfortable stock on the market. Yes, you can’t attach upgrades to it, but that’s never been important to me.

I highly recommend it—if I could choose just one upgrade for my 870, it would definitely be the Hogue forend.

Hogue Forend on Brownells

2. The Volquartsen Exact Edge Extractor – Better Than the 870 Police Non-MIM Extractor

Volquartsen Remington 870 Exact Edge Extractor

The next most important upgrade you can make is replacing the factory MIM extractor with a non-MIM version, like the one on all 870 Police models, or even better, the Volquartsen Exact Edge Extractor. In my opinion, about 80% of extraction problems are due to the MIM extractor. And the best part? You can fix it at home for just $25.

Volquartsen Extractor on Brownells

3. The Scattergun Technologies Jumbo Head Safety

Scattergun Technologies Jumbo Head Safety

The standard safety button on the 870 is too small. I recommend every 870 owner replace it with a larger, more ergonomic version. This simple home upgrade will allow you to disengage the safety faster and more easily—a critical improvement in high-stress situations like hunting or home defense.

Jumbo Head Safety on Brownells

4. The Magpul SGA Stock

Magpul SGA Stock MOE Forend for Remington870, Accessories

The Magpul SGA stock offers many advantages over the factory stock. Its design provides a better shape that makes your shotgun easier to handle. You can adjust the length of pull, add a cheek riser, and easily attach a sling, all of which contribute to a more comfortable shooting experience.

Magpul SGA Stock on Brownells

5. Choate Tool Remington 870 Magazine Extension

Remington 870 20 Gauge Choate Magazine Extension

A magazine extension is a must-have for any home defense shotgun. There are many options available, but one of the simplest and most affordable is the Choate magazine extension.

Choate Magazine Extension on OpticsPlanet.

Let me know if you’d like any further adjustments or explanations!