Reviews - Blackhawk Knoxx Shotgun Forend, Remington 870 12-Gauge, Black Composite K18100-C Reviews - BW-GU-REM870-K18100-C

Author: lpalmer1982 (verified customer) from Fairburn Ga on Feb 22, 2012
Cons:  will not work with side saddle.
Would recommend:  yes

lpalmer1982 wrote:

I have had this forend on my 870 for about 3 years now. Works great but the down fall is when I up graded to a side saddle the forend (which overlaps the receiver) would hit my side saddle. causing the gun not to fully cycle. So just becareful if you have a 6 or 8 round side saddle. it will not work with that part.

Author: BMW99HD (verified customer) , Government, Retired Army, from EL PASO, TX on Apr 14, 2011
Pros:  Solid build
Cons:  Do not fit all Mossberg shotguns
Would recommend:  yes

BMW99HD wrote:

Have to gring down with a dremmil to fit correctly.

Author: rem870 from san jose ca on Apr 2, 2011
Cons:  did not work "out of the boX"
Would recommend:  yes

rem870 wrote:

Initially, the forend did not fit my 870. I had to use a dremel tool to modify the front end of the forend so that the forend end tube nut could be screwed on. I also had to modify so that the magazine cap did not interfere with the loading of the shotgun. Once done te product works fine. may not be for everyone, if you do not want to "tinker" with the new forend.

Author: lockon (verified customer) from mi on Nov 16, 2010
Pros:  Comfortable to use, nice variation in grip surfaces
Cons:  looks could be better-needs better instructions
Would recommend:  yes

lockon wrote:

The forend has different widths and is extended far back enough that utilizing in while holding the weapon tight in is possible. Its also beneficial for those with limited reach to use the action properly. It could look better but it functions extremely well. Itwont wrok with any side saddle shell holders. The older versions would slip on an 870 easily like a stock part or a speedfeed. The newer initially wouldnt fit, I thought they sent me the wrong part at first. It was frustrating trying to slip it on like the older one or a speed feed. After a few e mails to Blackhawk I was advised that you need to use a mallet and tap it onto the action bars and tube assembly. Its very secure this way and functions well. I just wish the instructions stated that.