Red dot on a shotgun, what would you go with?

[Gunbuggy]

I've got a Romeo 9 with circle dot on an 870 right now. I'll probably move my EOTech to it after it breaks.

Any plans on adjusting cheek weld? I couldn't imagine having a lower 1/3 height red dot on my shotgun as it is now even with magpul stock

 

[Flopsweat]

Any plans on adjusting cheek weld? I couldn't imagine having a lower 1/3 height red dot on my shotgun as it is now even with magpul stock

You know, I hadn't thought of that. The Romeo comes with two mounting brackets. I'm using the lower one on the 870.

 

[Gunbuggy]

You know, I hadn't thought of that. The Romeo comes with two mounting brackets. I'm using the lower one on the 870.

I could totally see that for the Romeo I was mostly talking when you switched to the eotech that would prob make it a bit high.

 

[titsonritz]

I went with an Aimpoint Micro

Downsides would be added weight,

Aimpoint Micros weighs 4.1oz (T-1) - 4.6oz (T-1) an RMR is 1.2oz, if that added weight is even close to a factor I'd question using a shotgun to begin with.

higher aim configuration,

I am 1/3 co-witnessed with factory sight using a CROM mount. Sure adding a pic rail section and a sight on top will get you up there, don't do that, there are plenty of low mounts out there.

possibly need to adjust your stocks cheek weld

See above. Even if it was an issue, Magpul shotgun stocks have a comb riser, I'm not using one.

 

[ilikegunspdx]

Title says it all. If you were to put a red dot on a shotgun or if you have already, what would you/did you put on it and why? I'd assume LOW mount height would be necessary. And also something relatively small but rated to withstand 12ga

I see upsides and downsides.

Downsides would be added weight, higher aim configuration, possibly need to adjust your stocks cheek weld

Upsides would be having an illuminated aiming point at night, and a way to dial in your non-birdshot loads to a certain distance rather than relying on the front bead only.

I've been running one of these on my saiga 12 clone semi auto 12 gauge that has same rate of fire as the auto-12 fully automatic shotgun. I often shoot 12 or 20 round mag dumps. Hasn't missed a beat. Not bad for $12. I run 5 other ones on various guns also.

Red dot reflex sight for under $12

Use code DTPGHN9C at checkout. https://www.amazon.com/Pinty-Reflex-Holographic-Different-Reticles/dp/B01EWAAWGU U can also use the 5% off coupon listed on the main item page to save $1.25 which brings total to just under $12. This looks to be the same as the fyland/feyachi one (I have 2 of...

www.northwestfirearms.com

 

[titsonritz]

You mean the aimpoint micro their 2moa?

I have a 4 moa on mine

 

[titsonritz]

Any plans on adjusting cheek weld? I couldn't imagine having a lower 1/3 height red dot on my shotgun as it is now even with magpul stock

As mentioned above, I am 1/3 co-witness with factory sights.

 

[Gunbuggy]

I went with an Aimpoint Micro

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Aimpoint Micros weighs 4.1oz (T-1) - 4.6oz (T-1) an RMR is 1.2oz, if that added weight is even close to a factor I'd question using a shotgun to begin with.


I am 1/3 co-witnessed with factory sight using a CROM mount. Sure adding a pic rail section and a sight on top will get you up there, don't do that, there are plenty of low mounts out there.


See above. Even if it was an issue, Magpul shotgun stocks have a comb riser, I'm not using one.

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Thanks for answering and making bullet points i feel like youre the kinda guy who can answer my questions. Exactly what I want my 870 to eventually look like also.

Hey while I got ya-

-What are you using to mount your micro?
-What did you use to mount your tape switch I've been going over options for mounting my surefire pro with a tape switch I just want to know the best way to run a tape switch on a shotgun.
-It looks like you added a mag tube extension. Mine already has the extended from factory but I was even considering adding a plus 2, which would extend it past the muzzle. See any issues with that?
-Looking for a quality shell saddle. What brand are you using?

 

[titsonritz]

Thanks for answering and making bullet points i feel like youre the kinda guy who can answer my questions. Exactly what I want my 870 to eventually look like also.

Hey while I got ya-

-What are you using to mount your micro?

https://www.aridusindustries.com/products/remington-aimpoint-micro-crom/

I use the Haught Mod

-What did you use to mount your tape switch I've been going over options for mounting my surefire pro with a tape switch I just want to know the best way to run a tape switch on a shotgun.

https://www.clouddefensive.com/product/lcs-surefire/

I am using the M-Lok version, but I would not suggest it on a pump. I would go with a light mounted to the forend with a clicky cap or get a Surefire dedicated light forend (you want to talk about weight)

https://www.surefire.com/products/illumination/weapon-lights/remington-forend-weaponlight/

-It looks like you added a mag tube extension. Mine already has the extended from factory but I was even considering adding a plus 2, which would extend it past the muzzle. See any issues with that?

I would not go much past (like about 1/2") the muzzle, although I've seen it done on competition guns go way out there. I use Vang Comp and Wilson extension on my 870s.

-Looking for a quality shell saddle. What brand are you using?

https://www.aridusindustries.com/products/remington-q-dc/

 

[Yarome]

-Looking for a quality shell saddle. What brand are you using?

I'm very happy with my GG&G.

Remington 870 Side Saddle | GG&G Tactical Accessories

The Remington 870 Side Saddle Shell Holder, which also fits the 1100 and 1187 12ga tactical shotguns, makes tactical reloading much easier. The Remington 870 Side Saddle's unique design provides quick access to your ammunition at angles that facilitate lo

www.gggaz.com

There are some compatability things to read though, and on my mariner with a slightly thicker finish it required some light sanding on the barrel nut to fit. (Couple seconds clamped in a drill and light grit sandpaper)..... Just to be aware to read the fine print of any side siddle mount you're looking at.

 

[titsonritz]

Photos my of 870 can be found here:

https://www.northwestfirearms.com/threads/show-your-pump-action-shotguns.303219/page-10#post-3570360
https://www.northwestfirearms.com/threads/show-your-pump-action-shotguns.303219/page-8#post-3243419

 

[titsonritz]

I'm very happy with my GG&G.

Remington 870 Side Saddle | GG&G Tactical Accessories

The Remington 870 Side Saddle Shell Holder, which also fits the 1100 and 1187 12ga tactical shotguns, makes tactical reloading much easier. The Remington 870 Side Saddle's unique design provides quick access to your ammunition at angles that facilitate lo

www.gggaz.com

It is one of the only things they didn't knock-off from Aridus.

 

[Gunbuggy]

I'm

https://www.aridusindustries.com/products/remington-aimpoint-micro-crom/

I use the Haught Mod


https://www.clouddefensive.com/product/lcs-surefire/

I am using the M-Lok version, but I would not suggest it on a pump. I would go with a light mounted to the forend with a clicky cap or get a Surefire dedicated light forend (you want to talk about weight)

https://www.surefire.com/products/illumination/weapon-lights/remington-forend-weaponlight/

I would not go much past (like about 1/2") the muzzle, although I've seen it done on competition guns go way out there. I use Vang Comp and Wilson extension on my 870s.


https://www.aridusindustries.com/products/remington-q-dc/

Thanks great info. How much weight are we talking with the surefire foreend I think I'd enjoy that

 

[titsonritz]

I'm

Thanks great info. How much weight are we talking with the surefire foreend I think I'd enjoy that

They are heavy pigs and the reason I use a +1 extension rather than a +2 extension on my 870.

 

[Gunbuggy]

They are heavy pigs and the reason I use a +1 extension rather than a +2 extension on my 870.

I guess I'd be okay with a surefire or even streamlight hlx with a click button

 

[Flopsweat]

I guess I'd be okay with a surefire or even streamlight hlx with a click button

I have the Streamlight on one of my 870's and it doesn't feel heavy. I really like it. The controls are easy to use, it's got good color ("temperature") and it's bright as heck. It takes proprietary batteries though. They look like 18670's but they're thinner. I think you can use two 123's also, but those are really expensive. The battery thing isn't huge for me because I have a few Streamlight flashlights too, so I'm just resigned to checking which battery I have for which light or accessory. They charge on the same charger, so it's not a total loss.

 

[Flopsweat]

I've been running one of these on my saiga 12 clone semi auto 12 gauge that has same rate of fire as the auto-12 fully automatic shotgun. I often shoot 12 or 20 round mag dumps. Hasn't missed a beat. Not bad for $12. I run 5 other ones on various guns also.

Red dot reflex sight for under $12

Use code DTPGHN9C at checkout. https://www.amazon.com/Pinty-Reflex-Holographic-Different-Reticles/dp/B01EWAAWGU U can also use the 5% off coupon listed on the main item page to save $1.25 which brings total to just under $12. This looks to be the same as the fyland/feyachi one (I have 2 of...

www.northwestfirearms.com

That's terrific. I've destroyed at least two sub-$100 red-dot sights with just 10 or 15 rounds of birdshot and my Siaga12. Literally mag-dumping a 20-round drum and watching the sight die. They didn't shed parts, but they did stop working post haste. One of them rattles now. If that sight will last for hundreds of rounds on that gun, it's a keeper.

 

[Nosferatu]

You mean the aimpoint micro their 2moa?

I'm pretty sure the dot is bigger than that. It has a ~65 moa ring as well. Works quite nicely. The shotgun is in WA right now, so I can't check.

I went with an Aimpoint Micro

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Aimpoint Micros weighs 4.1oz (T-1) - 4.6oz (T-1) an RMR is 1.2oz, if that added weight is even close to a factor I'd question using a shotgun to begin with.


I am 1/3 co-witnessed with factory sight using a CROM mount. Sure adding a pic rail section and a sight on top will get you up there, don't do that, there are plenty of low mounts out there.


See above. Even if it was an issue, Magpul shotgun stocks have a comb riser, I'm not using one.

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Man, that is seriously ATaS. Is that using the Langton AK forened adapter thingy? I may need to get rid of the cheese grater that came with mine.

 

[Stomper]

Had one on a SBE. Took it off cuz when it got wet… no red dot. Better to just have a magnetized fiber optic pipe sight.

Or an illuminated tritium front bead, works great!

 

[Flopsweat]

Or an illuminated tritium front bead, works great!

No electronics to fail either.