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14 Tactical Enhancements For Your 12 Gauge Shotgun

Adaptive Tactical Sidewinder Venom Drum Kit

Want to upgrade a Mossberg 590 or 500 or a Maverick 88 pump shotgun to be a 10-shooter? Then look no further than Adaptive Tactical, which offers several Sidewinder Venom drum kits that will enhance your onboard 12-gauge firepower. These kits are easy to install—no gunsmithing is required. The kits include a 10-round rotary magazine, a Wraptor forend with a top Picatinny rail and a vertical foregrip. The company’s SE kits also now include the newly designed, fully adjustable EX Performance Stock, which is made from high-impact polymer and features padding to help tame your shotgun’s 12-gauge recoil. (adaptivetactical.com; 208-442-8000)

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ATI Marine Tactical Top-Folding Stock

A full-length shotgun stock that can be instantly reconfigured to adapt to the confines of a vehicle in seconds can be a valuable asset. The Marine Tactical Top-Folding Stock from Advanced Technology International (ATI) does just that by quickly and securely folding over the top of a pump shotgun. It is compatible with Maverick, Mossberg, Remington and Winchester pump actions. The stock is made from glass-reinforced polymer and is easy to install. (atigunstocks.com; 800-925-2522)

Burris SpeedBead

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Offering shooters a fast and easy sighting system, the Burris SpeedBead secures a 1X reflex sight between the stock and receiver so the sight naturally aligns with your eye without having to lift your head. The sight displays an 8-MOA dot for a reticle that is parallax-free and adjustable for windage and elevation. Powered by one CR1632 battery, the SpeedBead is waterproof and shockproof for enhanced durability. (burrisoptics.com; 970-356-1670)

CAA Flashlight Grip Adaptor

By combining a vertical foregrip and a tactical light, the Flashlight Grip Adaptor (FGA) from Command Arms Accessories (CAA) offers an operator the ability to ferret out targets in the darkness. The FGA uses a thumb-activated button to turn on the light. It mounts to any Picatinny rail with a built-in clamp and comes with a 1.5-inch section of rail. Made of tough polymer, the unit weighs only 9 ounces. The grip also has a built-in storage compartment to hold backup batteries. (commandarms.com; 215-949-9944)

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Choate Magazine Extensions

Instantly increase your Remington, Mossberg, Bennelli or Beretta’s firepower with a Choate magazine extension. Various length extensions can increase the capacity up to six, seven, eight, nine or 10 rounds depending on your needs. Kits include a blued steel extension tube, a florescent orange follower and a long magazine spring, plus a base clamp to secure the magazine under your shotgun’s barrel. If you can disassemble your shotgun, you can add a magazine tube extension. (riflestock.com; 800-972-6390)

EOTech Model EXPS2

This compact, 1X holographic sight offers both-eyes-open shooting. Reticle choices feature a 65-MOA ring with either a 1-MOA aiming dot or two 1-MOA aiming dots. The sight only requires 2.75 inches of Picatinny rail space. Side buttons allow a user to adjust the reticle’s intensity level. The sight is shockproof and waterproof and runs on a single CR123 battery for up to 12 hours on the highest setting. (eotechinc.com; 888-368-4656)

Harris Tactical Full Rail System

Harris Tactical’s Full Rail System for Remington pump-action and semi-automatic shotguns makes it easy for an operator to mount just about any accessory required for today’s missions. Made from lightweight but durable 6061-T6 aluminum, the unit weighs only 16 ounces and comes with a Type 2 black hardcoat anodized finish. The rail also acts like heat shield to protect an operator’s hands when reloading. (harristacticalonline.com; 520-917-7705)

Hogue Tamer Shotgun Pistol Grip

Dramatically decrease the overall length of your 12-gauge Remington 870 pump gun while significantly increasing its maneuverability with the Tamer pistol grip from Hogue. Easy to install with common tools, the Tamer replaces the stock with a rubber finger-grooved grip with pebble texturing. A sling slot is also built in for ease of carry. (hogueinc.com; 800-438-4747)

Magpul M-LOK Forend Rem 870

If you own one of the most prolific shotguns in the world, the Remington 870, and are looking to modernize it, Magpul’s easy-to-install MOE M-LOK Forend is a great option. This drop-in replacement offers an extended length as well as front and rear hand stops for improved handling. Now updated with M-LOK slots for compatibility with all M-LOK accessories, this forend adds modularity to the proven Remington 870 platform. This forend is not compatible, however, with the Remington 870 Super Mag. (magpul.com; 877-462-4785)

Mesa Tactical Crosshair Hydraulic Recoil Buffer

Tame the felt recoil of your 12 or 20 gauge by up to 70 percent with the Crosshair Hydraulic Recoil Buffer from Mesa Tactical. Less felt recoil means faster follow-up shots. The recoil buffer accepts any mil-spec stock—both fixed and telescoping—and is machined from 6061-T6 aluminum for strength. This buffer is compatible with any Mesa Tactical stock kit or stock adaptor (mesatactical.com; 714-545-3332)

Mesa Tactical Urbino Pistol Grip Stock

This fixed-length pistol-grip stock has a 12.5-inch length of pull, making it ideal for when you are in full kit. Made from injection-molded glass-filled nylon, the Urbino Pistol Grip Stock is extremely tough and combat durable. The soft urethane rubber grip and optional LimbSaver buttpad help tame recoil, while an optional adjustable cheek riser offers a custom-tailored cheekweld. This stock is made for Remington, Mossberg, Benelli and Beretta 1301 platforms. (mesatactical.com; 714-545-3332)

SureFire DSF Forend WeaponLights

With its DSF WeaponLights, SureFire combines a durable, easy-to-grip forend for Mossberg and Remington pump actions with a high-lumen tactical light. As an operator grasps the forend, their thumb naturally falls over the ambidextrous activation switch. The light throws 200 to 600 lumens of light and is powered by two CR123A batteries with a run time between 1.5 to 3 hours depending on the light intensity. The forend is constructed of high-impact polymer, and the light body is made of mil-spec aluminum. (surefire.com; 800-828-8809)

TacStar Shotgun Rail Mount With SideSaddle

TacStar’s Rail Mount with SideSaddle, available for Remington and Mossberg shotguns, gives you six extra rounds at your fingertips to feed the machine. The saddle and mount are made of aluminum and have a non-glare matte black finish. The rail allows an operator to mount a red dot or reflex sight. (tacstar.com; 800-225-9626)

Trulock Tactical Choke Tubes

Trulock Tactical Choke Tubes are designed for optimum performance when breaching a door or firing buckshot or slugs. The crenulated muzzle ensures a positive grip when used as a standoff tool. The knurled outer surface ensures the choke tube is
easy to install and remove from your weapon system. (trulockchokes.com; 800-293-9402)

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