The hobby of shooting shotguns is much enhanced by the personalization through performance and aesthetic upgrades. One quite popular and sought-after upgrade for shotguns is the tactical heat shield, available for both the Pardner Pump 12-gauge and the Remington 870. The addition of a heat shield gives you both practical benefits and a tough, rugged tactical look.

Why Does One Need a Tactical Heat Shield?

The tactical heat shield is designed to fit over your shotgun barrel. This way, it prevents excessive heat build-up so you don't burn your hands after a long shooting session. The shield also gives your firearm an aggressive military look, thereby making it more tactical and appearing ready for any task-at-hand, whether merely hitting the range, anticipating a bad day at home, or going into the field.

For the homeowner of the Pardner Pump 12-gauge and Remington 870, donning a heat shield is an intelligent decision that protects more than just your hands but can also benefit handling and control. Let's see what makes heat shields such a valuable addition.

Remington 870 Tactical Heat Shield

The Remington 870 is already a legendary shotgun, and a Remington 870 tactical heat shield doesn't make it any less reliable when saying the word: reliability. Here's why you should get one:

Heat Protection: As I said for the Pardner Pump, the Remington 870 also benefits from the heat dissipation properties of the heat shield. This makes the gun safer to carry around for a long period of shooting or even for using it tactically.

Toughness: In general, tactical heat shields for the Remington 870 are made of sturdier materials, like steel and aluminum, so they're withstanding heavy usage.

Customized Fit: Most heat shields perfectly fit the Remington 870 for an effortless installation process; they won't hinder other accessories from coming into contact with your sights or forends.

Easy to Install and Compatible

Compared to other products within this category, both the Pardner Pump Heat Shield and the Remington 870 tactical heat shield are relatively easy to install. Most models have pre-drilled holes for easy attachment and clamps that you can attach to your shotgun's barrel in just a few steps. What is more, they are designed to fit with other upgrades as well - such as the tactical forends or extended magazine tubes.

Whether you want to improve the appearance, functionality, or safety of your shotgun, a tactical heat shield is absolutely an upgrade that you should include in your upgrade list for both the Pardner Pump and Remington 870 Tactical Heat Shield.