Remington Model 1100 Field Grade 12 Gauge Semi-Auto Shotgun, 26 in Vent Rib Barrel, Fixed CYL Choke, 2 3/4 in Chamber
The Remington Model 1100 Field Grade is a classic 1960s gas-operated semi-automatic shotgun known for its smooth recoil and timeless styling. This early-production example features factory scroll engraving, a 26-inch ventilated rib barrel, and a fixed CYL choke, making it a collectible yet field-ready option for shooters who appreciate proven design and American craftsmanship.
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 receiver and barrel display scattered scratches and small blemishes typical of regular field carry. The walnut stock shows light handling marks and finish thinning at high-contact points.
What’s Included
- Remington Model 1100 Field Grade 12 Gauge shotgun
Introduced in 1963, the Model 1100 quickly set a new reliability standard for gas-operated shotguns. Its self-compensating action cycles 2 3/4-inch 12 gauge loads smoothly while reducing felt recoil, a feature that keeps this design popular decades later.
This Field Grade example wears a 26-inch carbon-steel barrel with a ventilated rib for quick sight alignment. The factory-fixed CYL choke offers a wide pattern ideal for upland birds and close-range clay targets. Patent numbers 2,645,873 and 2,719,375 are roll-marked on the barrel, underscoring its early production heritage.
The blued steel receiver is adorned with Remington’s ornamental scroll engraving, a hallmark of first-generation Model 1100s. The finish remains deep and even, complementing the walnut furniture.
The stock set features gloss-finished American walnut with pressed checkering, a factory hard-rubber butt-plate, and a white line spacer—period-correct details collectors look for. A 14-inch length of pull provides a comfortable fit for most shooters.
Whether added to a Remington collection or taken back into the field, this Model 1100 offers the mechanical dependability and classic lines that have influenced semi-auto shotgun design worldwide.