Remington Model 1100 Field Grade 12 Gauge Semi-Automatic Shotgun, 30 in Vent-Rib Full Choke (mfg. 1981)
The Remington Model 1100 Field Grade pairs time-tested gas-operated reliability with classic walnut and deep bluing. Manufactured in 1981, this 12 gauge sports a 30-inch ventilated-rib barrel with a fixed Full choke, factory scroll-engraved steel receiver, and high-gloss fleur-de-lis-checkered walnut furniture. Its self-compensating action, clean bore, and period-correct features make it a solid choice for field use or collection.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good – Shows scratches, scuffs, and dings consistent with prior use and handling, but the shotgun functions properly.
Bore Condition: Excellent – Clean, mirror finish with no signs of wear.
What’s Included
- Remington Model 1100 Field Grade 12 Gauge shotgun
Introduced in 1963, the Model 1100 became the first commercially successful gas-operated sporting shotgun. This 1981 example retains the self-compensating gas system that softens recoil and cycles standard 2 ¾ in loads smoothly.
The 30-inch steel barrel features a ventilated rib for quick sight alignment and a fixed Full choke, providing tight patterns ideal for waterfowl or long-range clays. A single front bead keeps the sight picture simple and familiar.
Remington’s high-gloss DuPont RKW epoxy finish protects the walnut stock and beavertail fore-end while highlighting the machine-cut fleur-de-lis checkering introduced in 1979. A plastic butt-plate with a white-line spacer maintains the original 14 in length of pull.
The blued steel receiver wears factory scroll engraving on both sides, adding understated detail without compromising durability. The serial suffix “V” confirms the standard 12 gauge, 2 ¾ in configuration.
Overall, this Field Grade delivers the balance, reduced recoil, and dependable cycling that built the Model 1100’s reputation, wrapped in classic 1980s Remington styling.