Remington 870 Express Magnum 12 Gauge Pump-Action, 25.5 in Vent Rib, 3 in Chamber, Modified Rem Choke, Matte Blued Hardwood
This Remington 870 Express Magnum is a USA-made, field-ready 12 gauge configured with a 25.5-inch ventilated rib barrel and a 3-inch chamber. It is roll-marked on the receiver as "Remington 870 EXPRESS MAGNUM" and retains the classic matte blued steel/handwood look of the series. The barrel is threaded for Rem Choke tubes with a flush Modified choke installed, and a red magazine plug limits capacity to approximately 2+1 for field compliance.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Specific Condition Notes: The stock shows some markings from previous handling and use.
What’s Included
- Remington 870 Express Magnum 12 Gauge pump-action shotgun
- 25.5-inch vent rib barrel
- Flush Modified Rem Choke tube (installed)
- Red magazine plug (installed)
The Express Magnum configuration provides a 3-inch chamber for 2 3/4- or 3-inch 12 gauge loads, giving it broad ammunition compatibility. The barrel is a ventilated rib field pattern with a single front bead for straightforward sighting. Internal Rem Choke threads accept standard Rem Choke tubes; a flush Modified choke is installed.
The receiver is matte blued steel, and the trigger plate/guard is polymer. The stock and fore-end are hardwood with a satin finish and pressed checkering, complemented by a rubber Remington buttpad. Length of pull measures 14.0 inches. Front and rear sling swivel studs are installed.
This Model 870 uses the family’s dual action bars for smooth cycling and employs a cross-bolt safety. The fixed tubular magazine includes a red plug that limits capacity to approximately 2+1. Sighting is by a single bead at the muzzle.
Factory markings include the receiver roll mark "Remington 870 EXPRESS MAGNUM" and a barrel address marked "REMINGTON ARMS COMPANY INC, ILION, NY." The overall matte blued finish pairs with the hardwood furniture for a classic field presentation.
Key configuration notes called out on this example: 3-inch chamber and a Mod choke installed.