Gunsmithing fn slp tactial shotgun

[theogre_52]

I am looking at buying the FNH SLP tactical 18".

http://www.fnhusa.com/le/products/firearms/model.asp?fid=fnf005&gid=fng002&mid=FNM0018

I can't find one to play with so I have a few question.

Does anyone know how to change the stock? Is it difficult? Are aftermarket non pistol grip stocks available?

Can the front ghost ring site be removed?

Any help is appreciated.

Thanks

--The Ogre

 

[Red_SC]

Re: fn slp tactial shotgun

I shoot an FN SLP Mark 1, the 22" version, in 3 gun. To change the stock, remove the buttpad and unscrew the castle nut under it. If you want a standard stock, you could probably trade someone for it, there are guys on brianenos.com modifying 1100 stocks to fit their Mark 1's just to get a pistol grip.

No help on the sights, mine has a different setup.

You might want to take a look at the Mark 1, it sounds like it might be a better fit. I have an 18" 870, the difference in handling is negligible and you get more capacity and a standard stock.

 

[theogre_52]

Re: fn slp tactial shotgun

I think I want the pistol grip and sites. Just looking into what it takes in case I decide I dont like them.

Thanks for the info

 

[Darryle]

Re: fn slp tactial shotgun

The rear ghost ring is removable via a thumb screw, the front is welded, it would require a good deal of cutting, finishing and the refinishing the metal to remove it. The stock is held on with a single castle nut on the action tube, you can buy the factory pistol grip stock and replace it or adapt the 870 stock like I have read about on other forums.