As I understand it, the only pistol-grip issue (other than overall length) lies with whether shortening the barrel later makes it a short-barrel-shotgun (SBS, transfer fee $200) or an any-other-weapon. (AOW, transfer fee $5, but still $200 to make or modify) If it was originally assembled with only a pistol grip, then it becomes an AOW when the barrel is cut under 18", but if it ever had a shoulder stock, then it becomes a SBS, even if the stock is replaced during the modification. Personally, after shooting my 835 with various loads without using the stock, the only shotgun I'd want without a full shoulder stock is the Serbu Super Shorty, and that mostly for showoff value :)numist wrote:I didn't think there were any restrictions on pistol grips on a shotgun, so long as they are manufactured for that gun such as riot guns. If they have barrels that are cut back from original manufacturers length then that's a different story.
If I'm remembering it wrong, I'm sure someone will correct me with cites.