A&W engineering 4:1 Diverter Remington Model 870 Wingmaster 12 GA Folding Pump Action 18" Shotgun
Our Assessment: Remington had always wanted to best the Winchester Model 12, and when they realized it could not be done with the bottom ejecting Model 17, they introduced the Model 31. The Model 31 was made from 1931 to 1949 and was Remington's first-ever side-ejecting shotgun. It did well, but it too was not up to the task of beating the Model 12. With less than 200,000 produced of all gauges combined, the Model 31 would soon be discontinued, but elements of its design would be carried on to a new shotgun that would become one of the most popular guns ever made. In 1950, Remington introduced their new modern, streamlined, rugged, reliable, and relatively inexpensive shotgun – the 870. They reached two million guns by 1973 (ten times the number of Model 31 shotguns it replaced). As of 1983, the 870 held the record for the best-selling shotgun in history with three million sold. They have been used by militaries, police departments, and sportsmen all over the world. It has survived the years phenomenally, look great and has a very attractive folding "Law enforcement Only" stock. This will be a nice gun to take into the field or challenge yourself on a closed tactical course. Please see our photos and good luck!
Make: Remington
Model: Wingmaster 870
Serial Number: V095046V
Year of Manufacture: 1978 - 1982
Caliber: 12 Gauge, 2 3/4"
Action Type: Magazine Tube Fed Pump Action Shotgun
Barrel Length: 20"
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a metal bead.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks show a grooved forend, checkered pistol grip and folding metal butt stock. The stocks show light handling and storage marks. There are light scratches and light discoloration on the butt stock. The checkering on the pistol grip is sharp. The LOP measures 14" from the front of the trigger to the back of the butt stock. The stocks rate in about Fine overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright. There is no discernible erosion in the bore, however this light fouling at the muzzle that should clean up. In this writer's opinion, this bore rates 9.5 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This shotgun retains about 93% of its metal finish. The metal shows scattered scratches, scrapes, and small patches of oxidation. The screw heads and pins are used but unmarred. The markings are sharp. Overall, this shotgun rates in about Very Good Plus - Fine condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this firearm. We have cleaned this firearm and performed a mechanic's check but expect many will want to clean the firearm again depending on their standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None.
CA LEGAL: C&R: YES, CA PPT: NO
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