Remington Sportsman 48 16 Gauge Semi-Auto Shotgun, 26 Inch Barrel, Fixed Improved Cylinder, 2+1 Capacity
This Remington Sportsman 48 is a 16-gauge, long-recoil operated semi-automatic shotgun with a 26-inch barrel and a fixed Improved Cylinder choke. It features a blued steel receiver marked "Remington Sportsman 48," a matted anti-glare strip on the receiver top, and right-side ejection. The walnut stock and fore-end have cut checkering and an inset oval waterfowl medallion. It is a factory three-shot configuration (2+1) without a plug and falls within the documented 16-gauge Sportsman 48 serial block per Remington records.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Specific Condition Notes: There is rust and pitting throughout the receiver and bolt. The barrel shows light rust. The walnut stock and fore-end have scratches and dents.
What’s Included
- Remington Sportsman 48 16 Gauge semi-automatic shotgun
The Sportsman 48 uses Remington's long-recoil operating system and is configured here in 16 gauge with a 2 3/4-inch chamber and factory three-shot capacity (2+1) without a plug. Ejection is to the right side.
The 26-inch barrel is plain (no rib) with a fixed Improved Cylinder choke for a straightforward, durable setup. A single front bead provides a clear sight reference.
The receiver is steel with a blued finish, marked "Remington Sportsman 48," and has a matted anti-glare strip along the top. A knurled magazine cap completes the forend assembly.
Furniture consists of walnut stock and fore-end with cut checkering and a pistol grip. An oval waterfowl medallion is inset in the buttstock. Length of pull measures 13.75 inches.
Additional features include a cross-bolt safety. This shotgun was manufactured in the United States.