Remington Model 11-48 20 Gauge Semi-Auto, 26 Inch Barrel, 2 3/4 Inch Chamber, Full Choke, Blued, Walnut, Cutts-Style Compensator
This Remington Model 11-48 is a 20-gauge, long-recoil-operated semi-automatic with a 26-inch vent-rib barrel and a factory-marked Full choke. It features a 2 3/4" Chamber and a Cutts-style compensator that carries the front bead. The barrel bears patent marking US 2,278,589 and the AYY barrel date code, which decodes to March 1952 (barrel date only). Blued steel construction and walnut furniture complete a configuration that is both classic and functional, with capacity noted as 2+1.
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: Markings and finish loss from prior handling and use are present on the exterior surfaces. The bore is bright and clean. Refer to photos for a close look at surfaces and markings.
What’s Included
- Remington Model 11-48 20 Gauge semi-automatic shotgun
This Model 11-48 is configured as a 20-gauge, long-recoil semi-auto with a 26-inch steel barrel, ventilated rib, and a Full choke. The chamber is 2 3/4", and capacity is listed as 2+1. A Cutts-style compensator is installed at the muzzle and carries the bead front sight.
The firearm is built on a blued steel receiver and barrel with matching blued finish. Walnut furniture includes a checkered forend with a multi-diamond pattern and a pistol-grip stock with a grip-cap medallion. A ventilated rubber recoil pad with spacer is fitted, yielding a 13.5-inch length of pull.
Barrel markings include the legend "Remington Arms Co. Inc., Ilion, N.Y. Made in U.S.A.," the choke mark "FULL," and Patent No. 2,278,589. The barrel date code "AYY" decodes to March 1952, indicating the barrel’s date only.
Sighting is straightforward with a bead front sight mounted on the Cutts-style compensator. The setup, combined with the ventilated rib and Full choke, provides a clean sight picture and a classic field configuration.