Remington Model 11 The Sportsman 20 GA 28″ Semi-Auto Shotgun C&R 1963

SOLD FOR: $856

WOA#: WY240210SL025

Make: Remington

Model: The Sportsman

Serial Number: 1067461

Year of Manufacture:  1963 (XK Date Code)

Caliber: 20 Gauge, 2 3/4″ or Shorter

Action Type: Recoil Operated Magazine Tube-Fed Semi-Automatic Shotgun

Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “REMINGTON ARMS CO., INC., ILION, N.Y. MADE IN U.S.A. / BROWNING’S U.S. PATS. 689,283 – 710,094 – 730,870 – 812,326 / 20 GA FOR 2 ¾ OR SHORTER SHELLS”. The left side of the chamber is marked “FULL” wth an “XK” Date Code and two proofs.  The right side of the barrel has the REP proof mark in oval and a test mark. The left bow of the trigger guard is marked with an inspection mark.  The sides of the receiver have game scenes.  The left side of the receiver is marked “Remington / REG.U.S.PAT.OFF. / 1067461”.  The bolt is marked “THE / SPORTSMAN”.

Barrel Length: 28″ Vent Rib

Choke: Fixed, FULL

Sights / Optics: The sight is a silver bead at the muzzle. The top of the receiver and rib are serrated for glare reduction.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two-piece checkered walnut with a semi pistol grip, straight comb, finger groove forend, and serrated composite Remington buttplate. There are some scattered scratches, compressions, light scrapes, areas of thinning, and areas of finish loss primarily on the buttstock.  The LOP measures approximately 14″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. Overall, the stocks are in about Very Good condition. There are no chips or cracks.

Type of Finish: Blue

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright. There are a couple spots of erosion toward the muzzle end. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 8/10 for C&R.

Overall Condition: This shotgun retains about 93% of its metal finish. There are some scattered spots of oxidation on the receiver with some thinning on the leading edges. There are some minor rust freckles and scabs on the receiver.  There is a small scuff on the right side of the receiver near the forend. The screwheads are sharp with serviceable slots. The markings are clear. Overall, this shotgun is in about Fine condition for C&R.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this shotgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None

Our Assessment: The Remington Sportsman is a variant of the Model 11 which was the first auto-loading shotgun made in the USA, originally as the “Remington Autoloading Shotgun(1905-1910)” before it was changed to the Model 11 in 1911. The Remington Sportsman shotgun shares the same basic action as the Model 11, The Browning A5 and the Savage 720. The model has been a staple of sportsmen all over the world since its inception and is a truly classic design. This one is chambered for 20 gauge and has a lot of finish remaining. It has some scattered light cosmetic wear but a good bore and mechanics. This will be a great shotgun for clay and flesh birds alike and should be a reliable shooter for decades to come. Please see our photos and good luck! – L.S.