I bought a new 870 "tactical" a few years ago. I read on the AI&P Tactical site that its a good idea to change the extractor to non-MIM and Carrier Latch Spring. I also removed the Remington +2 extension and replaced it with a Wilson +2. The extractor took a little bit of fitting but other than that it was easy to replace the parts and it runs like a dream.
Although, this would be hard to pass up.
Jesus paid a debt he did not owe,
Because I owed a debt I could not pay.
I hated the rem factory extension.
Tried both the Wilson and Vang extensions. Preferred the Wilson as it had deeper grooves that better engaged the ball detent on my barrel. The Vang required frequent re-tightening on my 870
For pure balance I really like an 18" barreled 870 with a Wilson +1 extension on it.
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