Remington Model 11 Standard Grade 12 Gauge Semi-Auto Shotgun | 1926 U.S.-Made, 28-Inch Barrel, Fixed Improved Modified Choke
Manufactured in 1926, this Remington Model 11 Standard Grade is an early American example of John Browning’s long-recoil design. Chambered for 2 ¾-inch 12 gauge shells, it sports a 28-inch barrel with a fixed Improved Modified choke and a 4+1 tubular magazine. Collectors appreciate the Model 11 as the first autoloading shotgun produced in the United States and a direct descendant of the Browning Auto-5.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Fair – generally clean with some residue, light smudging, and slight corrosion.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor to moderate scratching, scuffing, pitting, and blemishing are visible on the metal surfaces. The bottom rear of the stock shows damage with a missing section of the buttplate and an attendant crack. The walnut forend is missing a large chip.
What’s Included
- Remington Model 11 Standard Grade 12 gauge shotgun
Serial number 301573 dates this shotgun to the Remington Arms-UMC era, placing it firmly within the high-production years of the Model 11 line (1905–1947). With approximately 850,000 units produced, 1920s examples remain sought after for their build quality and historical relevance.
The 28-inch carbon-steel barrel carries the original rust-blue finish and displays the early patent dates (1900–1903) that link directly to Browning’s pioneering work. Its fixed Improved Modified choke balances pattern density and range, making it suitable for classic field use.
Remington’s long-recoil action cycles 2 ¾-inch shells reliably, absorbing recoil through barrel and bolt travel before returning to battery. This same mechanism established the Auto-5’s reputation for durability and gave the U.S.-made Model 11 its lasting appeal.
The walnut stock features a semi-pistol grip and checkering, paired with a matching forend. While wear is present, the original wood hardware showcases period-correct contours and grain. A single front bead provides a simple, time-tested sight picture.