Remington Model 11-87 Premier 12ga (1989) - 28" Vent Rib, Rem-Choke - Excellent - PC191331

Iconic American Gas-Operated Performance and All-Weather Versatility

Introduced in 1987 as the evolution of the famed Model 1100, the Remington Model 11-87 was engineered to automatically adjust to a wider range of loads—seamlessly cycling both 2-3/4" target shells and heavy 3" magnum field loads without manual adjustment. Built with a solid steel receiver and a self-compensating gas system, the 11-87 gained immediate popularity among waterfowl and upland hunters for its reliability, soft-recoil impulse, and smooth swinging dynamics. Dated by its serial prefix and barrel date coding to 1989, this early-production example features a 28-inch ventilated rib barrel equipped with dual sighting beads (a white front bead and silver mid-bead) for fast target alignment, as well as Remington's internal Rem-Choke system. Serial number PC191331 represents an exceptional, well-preserved classic auto-loader from Remington's golden era of manufacturing.

Condition and Action Highlights

Overall Status: Rated in excellent condition overall, displaying immaculate metal bluing and clean wood finish with minimal signs of handling or field carry.

Blued Finish & Metalwork: The factory high-gloss blued finish across the steel receiver and 28-inch barrel is exceptionally clean, retaining rich, uniform coverage throughout with no notable wear or high-edge friction.

Walnut Furniture: The checkered American walnut stock and forend display a vibrant gloss finish with sharp checkering, showing only negligible surface handling character and zero cracks, chips, or splits.

Sighting System & Barrel: Fitted with a 28-inch ventilated rib barrel featuring dual sight beads (white front bead and silver mid-bead) and internal Rem-Choke threading for interchangeable choke tubes.

Action & Mechanics: Mechanically superb. The self-compensating gas system operates smoothly, the bolt locks up tightly, and the trigger breaks crisp and clean.

Bore Condition: The bore is mirror-bright and clean.

Technical Specifications

Manufacturer: Remington Arms Co. (Ilion, NY)

Model: 11-87 Premier

Year of Manufacture: 1989

Serial Number: PC191331

Caliber / Gauge: 12 Gauge (3" Chamber)

Barrel Length: 28.0 Inches (Ventilated Rib)

Choke System: Threaded for Rem-Chokes

Sights: Dual Bead (White Front Bead / Silver Mid-Bead)

Action Type: Self-Compensating Gas-Operated Semi-Automatic

Stock Material: Gloss-Finished Checkered American Walnut

Finish: Deep High-Gloss Blued Steel