Remington Model 870 Express Magnum 20 Gauge Pump-Action, 28-Inch Vent-Rib, 3-Inch Chamber, Full Choke
This Remington Model 870 Express Magnum is a 20-gauge pump-action shotgun with a 28-inch vent-rib barrel, a fixed full choke, and a 3-inch magnum chamber. It features a matte blued steel receiver, hardwood furniture with a satin finish, and a 14-inch length of pull. Factory rollmarks and REP oval proof with "XL 59" barrel code add clear, verifiable identification for buyers.
The magnum-rated 20-gauge receiver is rollmarked "Remington 870 EXPRESS MAGNUM," and the barrel carries the manufacturer rollmark alongside the REP oval proof and "XL 59" code. Operation is supported by twin action bars, a right-side ejection port, and a cross-bolt safety with a red fire indicator. The stated capacity is 2+1.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Not applicable - Smoothbore barrel; no rifling present.
Specific Condition Details: Minimal markings from previous handling and use. Some discoloration is present on the receiver finish. Photos document these areas.
What’s Included
- Remington Model 870 Express Magnum 20 Gauge pump-action shotgun with 28-inch vent-rib barrel and fixed full choke
The 3-inch Magnum chamber provides full compatibility with 3-inch shells, and with the marked barrel it will also cycle 2 3/4-inch loads. The fixed full choke supports tighter pattern concentration, while the vent-rib barrel and single front bead offer a straightforward sighting setup.
Construction is centered on a matte blued steel receiver and twin action bars for solid pump operation. Controls include a cross-bolt safety with a red fire indicator and a standard knurled magazine cap. Ejection is to the right side.
Furniture consists of a hardwood stock and matching forend with a satin finish. The stock has a pistol-grip profile with pressed checkering for purchase, and a rubber recoil pad. Length of pull measures 14 inches.
Markings and proofs are clearly present: the receiver is rollmarked "Remington 870 EXPRESS MAGNUM," and the barrel shows the manufacturer rollmark, the REP oval proof, and the "XL 59" code. This U.S.-made 870 has a stated capacity of 2+1.
Key callouts include the 3-inch Magnum chamber and a fixed Full Choke, paired with the 28-inch vent-rib barrel and single front bead sight for a clean, classic field configuration.