How old is my Remington 870 Wingmaster?

[mrpackwolf]

I have an 870 Wingmaster 20 guage (Mod) in my safe that i collected a decade ago. My brother-in-law wants it and I am not sure whether to let it go or not. I prefer old guns as opposed to buying new but from a collectors standpoint, is this one worth hanging on to? The serial is 367XXX(X), there is an X at the end of the serial #. About how old is the gun and what is it likely worth? I am no dealer or expert but it looks like the gun just came out of the box. Any thoughts would be appreciated.

 

[Sergeant Sabre]

For the age, call Remington customer service. That's the only way. I looked on-line when I bought one and there is no database of serial numbers except at Remington.

 

[Shear_stress]

Here you go:

http://www.remingtonsociety.com/rsa/questions/barrelcodes

For the most accurate date give Remington a call.

 

[Virginian]

That is a standard weight 20 built on the 12 gauge sized receiver. The 1100s are in some demand by the target shooters, but i am not aware of any large following for the Wingmaster version, in fact I would suspect it would bring less than an LW version. It should recoil less, but it is also heavier. Nothing wrong with it.

 

[mrpackwolf]

thank you gentlemen! I will check with remington tomorrow.

 

[Sergeant Sabre]

Let us know. I found that mine was made in 1966.

 

[mrpackwolf]

The fellow at Remington was very nice and helpful. My 870 was made in 1954 and will be staying in my safe. It really is a fine example of the 870 model and I am extremely pleased with the information. Incidentally i had him check the age on two other remingtons i have, a 760 Gamemaster in 30-06 and a Model 8 in 30-Remington. The 760 was a 1955 model in almost as nice condition as the 870. The Model 8 was from 1928 and for its age is in good shape. I would not be afraid to take it to the field for a day of deer hunting! Thank you guys for the advice, I found out some great information that will keep these old Remingtons in my collection until they carry me home. Merry Christmas all.

 

[Sergeant Sabre]

1954? Nice. Wasn't that the first year of the 870? (EDIT: I looked it up and found that it was 1951)

You should post pics, by the way.

 

[EMC45]

I called Remingtong on my Model 11 and found out it was made in 1914. Very cool and they were very helpful.

 

[Virginian]

Apropos of nothing, they say my 5 digit 1100 doesn't exist. They wanted me to send it to them to verify it - a picture was not sufficient. Only time I have ever gotten a bit ticked with Remington. After that, I didn't have the heart to tell them about the 4 digit model I once had. They phone in info bunch are not infallible.

 

[mrpackwolf]

Here are some pics you might enjoy. If i get this upload thing right. I threw in pics of the REM model 8 and REM 760 along with another little prize I have collected my 1940 first series Colt Woodsman. Enjoy!

 

[mgmorden]

Very nice gun. In this particular area I know that the older smooth topped barrels with no vent-rib are particularly prized as shooters. Most of the locals just don't like the vent-rib and most will shoot 2.75" shells instead of 3" just to avoid the ribs.

Congrats!

 

[Sergeant Sabre]

Very nice.

 

[mrpackwolf]

Thanks guys, especially you Seargent Sabre. I appreciate the help figuring out how to post pics. Happy new year!!!