Remington 870 Express Hardwood Home Defense 12 Gauge Pump, 18.5" Barrel, 4+1, Matte Blued, Bead Sight
This Remington Model 870 Express Hardwood Home Defense is a straightforward, purpose-built 12 gauge with an 18.5" defensive barrel and durable laminated hardwood furniture. It features a matte blued steel receiver, a fixed-choke plain barrel with a single bead, and a 4+1 tubular magazine. Chambered for both 2 3/4" and 3" shells, this later-production example follows the RS-prefix serial format and carries the Express series configuration under MFG part number 25559.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Specific Condition Notes: The firearm presents in great shape with minor scratches and blemishes visible on exterior surfaces.
What’s Included
- Carry case
- Elastic buttstock shell carrier (stock sleeve), not installed
- Capacity plug
The 18.5" bead-sight barrel provides a compact defensive length with a plain, no-rib profile and a fixed choke for simplicity and durability. The single front bead on a short ramp offers a clear, traditional sight picture.
The laminated hardwood stock and fore-end deliver strength and stability with a gray-brown laminate finish. The stock features a straight comb, a Remington rubber buttpad, and a rear sling swivel stud. Length of pull is set at 14.0".
The pump-action system feeds from a 4+1 tubular magazine with a standard-length cap. The chamber accepts both 2 3/4" and 3" 12 gauge shells, giving flexibility across common defensive and field loads.
The receiver is steel with a matte blued finish to match the barrel, aligning with the Express series configuration. This shotgun is made in the United States and corresponds to Remington MFG part number 25559.
Additional context includes the RS-prefix serial format, indicative of later production within the Express line.