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.

[Dorrajzaij]

Option 2 is OK or you can use a shorter follower + spacer plug inside the extended tube. Not recommend 'cause this option always comes with risks.