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The TacStar SideSaddle has been the go-to shell carrier for Remington shotgun owners for decades, and for good reason. It bolts six 12 gauge shells directly onto the side of the receiver so your reloads are right at your fingertips instead of buried in a pocket or on a belt. Whether you're running a home defense 870 or topping off at the range, having that ammo on the gun changes how quick and smooth your reloads feel. The shellholder is a corrosion-resistant polymer that flexes to grip shells of varying diameters, and it rides on a tough anodized aluminum backing plate that stands up to real use.
The patented design mounts flush to the receiver using screws that replace the factory trigger pins, so it sits low and doesn't add a bunch of bulk. All the mounting hardware comes in the box and in most cases you won't need a gunsmith to get it on. Plan on about ten or fifteen minutes with a punch and a screwdriver. One tip from folks who have run these for years: a small dab of blue thread locker on the fasteners keeps everything snug through recoil, since the little screws can back out over time if left dry.
This carrier is built specifically for the 12 gauge Remington 870, 1100, and 11-87. If your shotgun wears a field grade forend that slides back over the sides of the receiver, it can bump the six-shell carrier and keep the action from cycling all the way. The easy fix is a TacStar or Pachmayr pistol grip forend, which clears the SideSaddle with no trouble.
Beyond the receiver mount, plenty of owners keep a SideSaddle stashed in a duck blind, boat, or hunting cabin as a grab-and-go shell caddy. It's a simple, proven piece of kit that does exactly what it promises, and it's made in the USA.
Yes, this 6-shot carrier is made for the 12 gauge Remington 870, 1100, and 11-87. The one thing to watch is your forend. A field grade forend that extends back over the sides of the receiver can contact the six-shell carrier and stop the action from cycling fully, in which case a TacStar or Pachmayr pistol grip forend solves it.
No, in most cases it installs without any gunsmithing. The included screws replace the factory trigger pins, and the whole job takes most people around ten to fifteen minutes with a punch and screwdriver. The instructions are pretty basic, so if it's your first time, take it slow and make sure the fasteners are snug.
The larger bolts that replace the pins tend to stay put, but the small screws holding the carrier to the plate can back out over time if left dry. A small dab of blue thread locker on the fasteners is the trick most long-time users swear by, and it keeps everything tight through repeated shooting.
The polymer shellholder is designed to flex and grip shells of slightly different diameters, so it holds rounds securely while still letting you pull them fast. Owners have reported keeping shells loaded in it for extended periods without the holder losing its grip. It's a practical, low-profile way to carry spare 12 gauge ammo right on the gun.
| UPC | 751103011577 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 1081157 |
| Caliber/Gauge | 12 Gauge |
| Capacity | 6 |
| Color | Black |
| Length | 9 |
| Model | |
| Model Fit | Remington 870/1100/1187 |
| Mount Type | Receiver |
| Product Type | Shotshell Carrier |
| Shipping Weight | 0.5688 |
| Style | Range Loader |
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