Remington Model 1100 Field Grade 20 Ga Semi-Auto Shotgun, 26-Inch Vent Rib Skeet, 1970 Production
Built in 1970, this Remington Model 1100 Field Grade is an early “standard-weight” 20-gauge assembled on the full-size 12-gauge receiver. It wears a factory 26-inch vent-rib barrel with a fixed Skeet choke—an uncommon configuration that appeals to collectors and clay shooters alike. Scroll engraving on the blued steel receiver, gloss-finished walnut furniture, and the period-correct red Remington ventilated recoil pad complete a package that blends classic style with proven 1100 reliability.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good – Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Specific Condition Notes: The metal surfaces display scattered light scratches and small blemishes typical of field use. Wood finish remains glossy with mild handling marks. Bore is clean and shiny from chamber to muzzle.
What’s Included
- Remington Model 1100 Field Grade 20 Gauge shotgun
This shotgun features Remington’s proven gas-operated action, valued for its soft recoil and consistent cycling. The early L-prefix/X-suffix serial number places production firmly in 1970, giving collectors a clear date stamp and confirming the desirable standard-weight receiver.
The 26-inch carbon-steel barrel carries a raised vent rib with a single steel bead for quick target acquisition. Its factory-fixed Skeet choke is less common than the typical Improved Cylinder or Modified tubes, making it well-suited for close-range upland hunts and recreational skeet.
Receiver sides are factory roll-engraved with scrollwork that adds subtle visual interest while preserving the Field Grade’s workmanlike roots. The polished blued finish contrasts nicely with the gloss walnut stock and forend, both accented by pressed checkering for a secure grip.
An intact red Remington ventilated recoil pad with classic white-line spacer maintains the original 14-inch length of pull, cushioning the already mild 20-gauge impulse. Overall, this Model 1100 offers a blend of collectible early-production features and practical field performance.