BLUE LINE 12 GAUGE Reviews & Ratings

The Blue Line Pump is a new full featured 12 Gauge Shotgun at a great price. With traditional Pump Action Shotgun controls, such as the cross bar safety and slide release, you will be right at home with the Blue Line Shotgun. The 18.5 inch bead sight barrel combined with a 5+1 capacity out of the box make the shotgun a handy package. Buttstock and forend are compatible with aftermarket Remington 870 parts, making this an easily upgradeable gun.

Receiver and metal components feature a matte black finish, with the furniture also being molded in matte black polymer. Sling swivel studs are conveniently located on the magazine tube cap and at the rear of the stock.

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Reviews Summary

The BLUE LINE 12 GAUGE shotgun offers solid performance for its price, appreciated for its reliable construction and effective functionality after a proper break-in. However, some users experienced initial cycling issues and noted it’s heavier than others. Overall, it’s a decent choice if you're looking for an affordable, no-frills shotgun, but with some trade-offs on aesthetics and minor quality concerns.

What Reviewers Are Saying

Product Quality

65%

Overall, reviewers perceive the shotgun as well-built, with solid steel construction that provides durability. Many users noted improvements in performance after cleaning and lubrication, suggesting that while it may require a break-in period, it functions effectively. Some concerns about being made in China were raised, but the quality is often considered comparable to more established brands.

Performance and Functionality

60%

While many reviews highlighted smooth operation and reliable function after initial use, several users reported issues like difficulty cycling shells initially or needing adjustments to mitigate feeding failures. However, those who invested time into proper setup generally found the shotgun performed well in various shooting conditions.

Weight and Handling

50%

Reviewers often mentioned the shotgun's weight, noting that while its heft can mitigate recoil, it may also be cumbersome for some users. This dual viewpoint reflects a trade-off between stability and ease of handling, with various preferences noted depending on user needs for home defense or recreational use.

Price and Value

80%

The affordability of the BLUE LINE shotgun is frequently praised as a significant advantage, with many declaring it a great value for money. Users appreciated the competitive pricing compared to similar models, often recommending it for budget-conscious buyers who need a functional shotgun without extra frills.

Packaging and Shipping

30%

Some reviews mentioned issues with packaging—specifically, the shotgun being shipped in a box labeled as containing a firearm, which could potentially attract theft. Additionally, the presence of excess shipping oil on the firearm drew complaints about the initial cleaning process and odor in transportation.

Customization and Compatibility

40%

Many users noted that the BLUE LINE shotgun is compatible with aftermarket parts and accessories for the Remington 870, allowing for customization. However, some reviews indicated that not all aftermarket components fit seamlessly, which could pose a challenge for those looking to upgrade.

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It's Ok...

One of my friends bought one of these and it seemed to work pretty well so I bought one myself. On the first shot with 00 buck, the thing locked up. I had to hold the pump and slam the stock against the table on the next 8 shots to cycle it. After that, the pump was still incredibly tough to cycle but it did run. All in all, the thing does work but you really need to break it in. Only about 50 rounds in, I noticed visible shearing of the rails. Seems like mine is made from an actual frying pan. My friends seems to still work fine. Its only $180 so take a gamble on this if you feel lucky but if you want a budget shotgun that will outlast you, spend just a bit more and buy a Mossberg Maverick 88. For the money though, I am impressed that you can buy a new shotgun for $160 (I found a coupon code) and have it run at all. I put a Choate folding stock on it for the meme and its painful.

Similar to my Hawk 982

I've yet to shoot the shotgun, but it seems to be similar to a shotgun I purchase years ago, a Hawk 982. The shotgun feels durable, and the action is smooth. I was only able to load five 2-3/4 shells in the magazine, which is why I deducted two stars. It's a little frustrating when you pay money and don't receive what was advertised to you. I was willing to purchase this shotgun because of the price, I have some 870 furniture waiting for it, and I'm confident that I can fix most common problems with it in regard to function, if it were to arise. I had failures to fire with my Hawk 982, from what seemed to be light primer strikes. I payed to send it in for repair by the company's connection here in the states, and the shotgun came back to me with the same problems. I was able to get the 982 running flawless by replacing bolt, firing pin, and trigger assembly with an 870s from ebay.com. I don't believe the trigger assembly was the culprit, but I replaced it anyway just to ensure the hammer was hitting the firing pin with enough force. For self defense, I'd recommend a Mossberg pump variant.

Cheap 870 clone

This shotgun is an exact clone of the 870 from China. When I received it it was covered in this dark thick motor oil like grease and it was every where especially in the magazine tube, my follower was stuck halfway through and it took me awhile to get that dark grease all out. I didnt see any corrosion, just small nicks and scratches. It cycles fine, havent shot it yet. If youre going to change the forend dont use a polymer tool, youll need some thing stronger cause my forend nut was torqued by Hercules himself. But overall its OK shotgun for the price I paid for, and its easy to find parts to upgrade.

Needed some work to function properly

The bad: Failures to feed once to twice per magazine, looked it over and the carrier was sitting too high and snagging shells. Lightly filed the trigger plate to drop it and it functioned fine after that. Made in China too. Never had an 870 that didn't run fine out of the box. If I hadn't had to work on it I'd have given it 5 stars. The good: Near as I can tell this thing is a very close copy of a Remington 870. I wanted an inexpensive shotgun that I wouldn't get too attached to so after making it work it checks that box. Trigger plate is aluminum not plastic like newer 870s.