Remington Sportsman '48 12 Gauge Semi-Auto, 30 inch Full Choke, 2+1, 1967, Engraved, Carved Walnut Stock
This 1967 Remington Sportsman '48 is a three-shot variant of the Model 11-48 family with long-recoil operation, a 30 inch field barrel, and a fixed Full choke. It features scroll and game-scene engraving that extends onto the barrel and trigger guard, a jeweled bolt, and a deeply carved walnut stock with cut checkering. Chambered for 2 3/4 inch shells, it presents a clean, shiny bore and classic blued steel construction throughout.
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: This firearm shows scattered scratches and blemishes consistent with field use. There are small spots of pitting on the receiver and barrel finishes. The bore is clean and shiny.
What’s Included
- Remington Sportsman '48 12 gauge semi-automatic shotgun
The Sportsman '48 is the factory three-shot version of the Model 11-48, offering a 2+1 capacity and long-recoil operation. This example was produced in February 1967, as indicated by the LPJ barrel date code, and was made in the United States with a blued steel receiver and barrel.
The 30 inch plain field barrel is chambered for 2 3/4 inch shells and is fitted with a single front bead. It has a fixed Full choke, delivering the tighter patterns expected for field and sporting applications.
Engraving includes scrollwork with a pointing dog and flushing pheasants on the right side and waterfowl in flight on the left. The engraving extends onto the barrel and the trigger guard, which is also engraved. The bolt is engine-turned (jeweled), adding a period-correct finish detail.
The walnut stock and fore-end feature deep relief carving with cut checkering, including a pheasant-in-grass panel on the right side of the butt. It is fitted with a hard buttplate, and the length of pull measures 14.0 inches. Additional functional details include a cross-bolt safety and a knurled magazine cap.