I have a pretty much stock Remington 870 Express HD. This version has a screw on extended mag tube for 6+1 capacity and an 18.5" cylinder barrel. Currently, the only accessories on it are a Wolff mag spring, 6-rd side saddle, and a 2pt sling (mounted on a buttstock sling adapter and a BFG wire loop)
Current issues to address:
1) stock safety is tiny and hard to flick off. What aftermarket safeties are recommended?
2) extended mag tube always comes loose after shooting. It is only retained by the barrel band.
NOt sure what the issue is here?
3) light - is the Surefire integrated forend worth the money or could I slap a light onto a magpul forend?
4) sights - currently running just the standard bead sight. Ideally, I would like to have aperture style irons with a tritum front. Also would like a picatinny rail to mount an Aimpoint. Any brand to recommend?
5) side saddle - stick with the screw on 6-rd side saddle or go with velcro mounted?
any other things to consider?