Remington Model 870 Wingmaster 16 Gauge Pump-Action, 26 in Plain Barrel, Fixed IC Choke, Blued, Walnut Stock
This Remington Model 870 Wingmaster is a 16 gauge, 2 3/4 inch chamber pump-action with Wingmaster premium trim and classic features. It sports a 26 inch plain steel barrel with a fixed Improved Cylinder choke and a single front bead, paired with polished blued steel and cut-checkered walnut furniture. Notable details include a serrated anti-glare receiver top, a decorative bird-motif medallion inset into the underside of the forend wood, and a clean, mirror-bright bore. Pre-1968 serial format with the 'W' gauge suffix and Remington REP proof add period-correct authenticity.
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 remains solid with evident handling marks. Scratches and blemishes are present on metal and wood. There is a patch of pitting on the receiver, and small deposits are scattered around the bluing.
What’s Included
- Remington Model 870 Wingmaster 16 Gauge pump-action shotgun
The 26 inch steel barrel is configured with a fixed Improved Cylinder choke and a single front bead, a straightforward setup well-suited to the 16 gauge platform. It is chambered for 2 3/4 inch shells with a 4+1 capacity and right-side ejection.
Wingmaster trim is evident throughout: polished blued steel, cut checkering with a fleur-de-lis pattern on the walnut stock, and a matching walnut fore-end. The stock is fitted with a ventilated recoil pad and a black spacer, and the length of pull measures 13.5 inches.
The steel receiver wears a polished blued finish and features a serrated anti-glare panel along the top. The forend includes an inset decorative bird-motif medallion on its underside, while the magazine cap is a standard plain/knurled type with no medallion. Markings include the Remington "REP" proof, a three-letter barrel code "B?G," and barrel patent numbers 2,645,873 and 2,675,638. This example follows the pre-1968 serial format with the "W" gauge suffix.
The bore condition stands out as excellent, with a clean, mirror finish. Overall presentation is that of a sound Wingmaster with classic configuration and period details intact.