When you combine classic design with the desire for end user customization, there is bound to be innovative companies that will rise to the occasion to give the customer what they want. Just like the AR-15, common shotgun patterns such as the Remington 870 and Mossberg 500 are easily customizable with a bevy of affordable and easy to install parts and accessories. One company that provides this is Mesa Tactical. One of the things that makes me love this company is its dedication to the scattergun. They focus exclusively on products to make shotguns more effective tools for whatever purpose you choose to utilize them for.

Firearms Insider Reviews - 8 Key Points

Claim to Fame: Multipurpose, platform focused and versatility.

Target Market: Operators, 3-gun competitors and home defense.

FNBs:

Key Features

Milled from 6061-T6 aircraft aluminum
Bead blasted and mil-spec hard anodized
Integral MIL-STD-1913 picatinny rail
No gunsmithing installation
Innovative rubber friction retention system

Key Benefits

Solid mounting platform for optics
Rock Solid retention of shotshells

What other aesthetic options or finishes are available?: There are a variety of models that have different capacities and lengths of rail. There is also their line of non railed Sureshell holders. While mine is for an 870, they make models that correspond to a variety of firearms. SureShell Shotshell Carriers-Mesa Tactical

What others are saying?: I purchased mine off of Amazon and its average rating is 4.25 stars. With the two 2 star ratings being for faulty packaging on the one and simple preference on the other. Consensus seems strongly positive considering this products two main detractors are for these reasons. Amazon

Price Point:

MSRP = $125
Retail = $123.85+ free shipping (Amazon)

I need it now! Availability: If you happen to have a very well stocked local gun store you may be able to pick it up however with Amazon the shipping is free and you will have it in a week. Direct from manufacturer is also an option.

Our Rating:

+ Construction + Included hardware + Simple installation + Rock solid mount + Rock solid shell retention

Score: 8.5 GREAT