Being as I have had the SAME O ring on my 1100 since 1966 when I replaced the original metal V ring so I wouldn't lose it, I would not call it a weak link. Over 95,000 rounds.
@@douganderson7002 Actually, quite easy to do. If you go trap/skeet shooting 12 times per year (or about once per month) and shoot an average of four strings of 25 shells apiece, then you get 1,200 shells through the firearm in a year. I know because I've done just that for five years now. And I know many people who shoot trap and skeet far more frequently and with far more shells consumed per range trip than I do. And yes, I've used the same Remington 11-87 for all of those shoots.
@@douganderson7002 Like the other guy said, that's not that crazy. I used to burn 100+ shells a weekend shooting just by myself. 400 shells a month, for at least late spring and the entirety of summer, plus occasional shooting during the other months. That being said I do agree with you, it's hard to imagine an o-ring from the mid 60's lasting that long in good working order even if the thing wasn't fired at all.
@@douganderson7002 You might want to do a little research before poping-off like this. We have slowed down due to the ammo shortage and expense (thanks Obama you POS) yet I still average 600+ rounds, shooting trap, a month with my 1100 Competion model. Do the math. I do have some cycling problems with some of the manufacturers rounds but no problems with the club's reloads. It helps to find a shell that you like and stick with it. I haven't done it for 50 years but I know shooters that have used them almost that long. Great gun. I replace the o-ring regularly just for grins.
Thanks man I have owned a couple different 1100s and never stoped to figure out how to take them down. Crazy how easy they are. Amazing good ol old firearms.
Great video. I have one and love it. Little tip: getting the mag spring and cap out and back without it shooting across the room or deflecting in all directions when putting back: insert your cleaning rod into the hole when taking out. Same for reinserting. Thread the cap and spring over the rod, insert into mag tube and simply slide it all down the shaft. Thank me later.🤣🤣
As long as you use reliable ammo. There seems to be some real crap out there these days. Nothing like shooting doubles, sporting clays, 5 stand, so on... and having touble with the gun failing to cycle. BTW - I clean it regularly, that can ,make a difference.
My 12 gauge 1100 has a 28 inch modified barrel. My father bought it brand new from Neal Hardware in Millen, GA in December 1978. It was my combination Christmas/high school graduation present . He paid $165 for it brand new. It has taken everything from deer and turkeys to rabbits and squirrels to doves and quail. And it has busted a lot of clay. Like I said, it cost $165 in December 1978. Go find a 78 White Diamond 1100 now and see what it will cost you.
I got mine in 1986 for $483.00 bought a 20" deer barrel for $142.00. total with tax $669.00. I have a Leupold Vari-X III 1.5 x 5 mounted on it. Beautiful looking/shooting gun. Extremely capable shotgun.
Thank you for this. I got one of these for $50, 20 years ago. Someone really abused it, completely rusted because it was left in a shed, and they sawed the barrel off on it. Well, for a few years I tried to find parts for it and I was unable to find anything. I just looked again and it seems like Remington is back at it. So I'm going to get it back in operation.
Excellent review! I'm impressed with the way you walk through and explain each step. It helped me out a lot with cleaning my early model 1100 20 ga. I had questions (worries) on the o-ring/seal. Your demontration followed up with talking points was perfect! Thank you, Jason H
Truly a sweet shotgun. I had an 1100 with the fleur de lis pattern on butt stock and forend, scroll work on receiver and bolt, white spacer and diamond design on grip cap, 1" recoil pad with white spacer, 26" improved cylinder vent rib barrel, in 12ga (2.75" only). Sold it to a good friend a few years back for $325. Didn't care about getting a great price, just wanted it to have a good home. Miss that gun.
Worth a fair bit more now for sure. Your not the only one, in my younger years when I thought subwoofers and flashy car wheels where more important then family heirlooms, I sold several fine firearms inc an Rem 1100 for peanuts. Whoopsy daisies...
@@thunderbugcreative7778- so freakin' true. In 2010 I spied a swell (mint) S&W 36 and figured to swap plus $ for it with the 1100. SOB wanted to give me $75. I'd rather give it away. Knew he'd resell it for hundreds. A little profit??? Whatta douchebag. Mine went to a good home where it will be used. My buddy actually felt guilty and gave me another $25 making total $350, he knew the 1100's worth. I bought it used in 1990 for $175. Still have my 12ga 870P (model #5028) that I purchased in 1983. Helluva sweet gun that 1100. If I'm lyin' I'm dyin'.
Your information as to Remington's first viable gas operated semi-auto is wrong! Remington's first gas operated semi-auto was the Remington Sportsman 58. First produced in 1957 and ended its run in 1963. I have my Dad's Sportsman 58, from 1957, still operating with no problems!
Bolt and bolt carrier actually tough sometimes to get into the receiver. Also the two-piece gas rings on mine (at least) have scalpel-sharp edges. Overall a fussy and kind of old-school system, but soft shooting and classic cool. Wear your red plaid Stormy Kromer cap to complete the look!
The rubber O-ring and two gas seals will last by far much longer if the magazine tube & seals were cleaned on a regular basis. Use very fine steel wool & Hoppes to remove the tarnish on the 2 metal seals and magazine tube then lightly oil before reassembly.
When he said "These thing are really cheap, and there are thousands of them out there" , I immediately looked to see what year this video was from ! Cheap ? not so much anymore ! These old classics are pulling big bucks nowadays !
I simply love these guns I have 2. Of em and wanting a 3rd,,,, they break down easy. Usually the only replacement is the O ring. Of you are kind to them. And there cheap to replace. ,,
i've owned several never had one fail, my dad has the same one since 60's squirrel and deer hunts with it every year never changed the rings and he only cleans it every 10 years lol.
Anything now that's Remington, is expensive. Only because they're under a different name called Rem. So, if you have an old 1100, 1187, or just some older Remington firearm, you should probably save it. Also, over time they will go up in value.
This is THE best shotgun ever made....my #2 is the 870. I've shot this gun for over 30 years, and it's never let me down. Great gun. But please don't compare it to the 870......I can shoot 3 rounds in half the time someone with a 870 can do.
Blueman Chicago thats not the point. I have 2 1100's and an 870. Of course you can shoot a semi quicker. Lol. Its just based on feel and following through on shots. When u learn on a pump versus a semi, its just a feeling of timing and swinging through the bird.
Good word Blueman. Actually with the #’s produced this design has been running almost completely reliable (I’m betting a few lemons 🍋 have made it out the door) going on 60years. Beat that eh?
I have a 870 light weight 20 gauge..I would trade it for a 20 in 11-87 Remington but my 20....870LW is in perfect condition 👌 maybe..6 boxes of shells threw it..since new in the 80s
the vlogger states "this is the first viable semi-auto 12 gauge shotgun" not true the Remington model 58 Sportsman was the 1st viable semi-auto shotgun, I have one that still works fine today and have passed it along to my son. I have had many shotguns in my life since I was 17 years old (I'm 60 now)...I always pick up the 1100 out of my safe for everything...hunting, sporting clays, whatever...because it's the best. I change the o ring every 3 years (which never really needed replacing just do it cause I have them, I think the 1st replacement was 40 years)...keep on going. even bought a 2nd one from the same era... with a short barrel and longer mag for the home to replace my MOS500. the Remington 1100 is not a gun you will fail with.
Hey man, FYI if you email Remington a shotgun's serial number they will send you back the date of manufacture. That's how I found out my 870 Wingmaster was made in 1966, and the 1100 is from 1969.
+David “The Crover” Montes There's lot's of serial number charts on the net that will give you the number code for date of manufacture. Just google "Remington 1100 Serial Numbers".
I went dove hunting yesterday with my grandfather and shot one of these in 20. I had shot my fifth one and when I went to set my gun down the stock popped off.
I know this videos 9 years old but I've just inherited my fathers 1100 with a poly deluxe choke and i believe a 26 inch barrel so pretty light shotgun and i havent shot it yet cause i wanted to disassemble clean inspect all that jazz. Is the charging handle kinda tough to pull back on these? The one i have was bought right after the war (Vietnam) and it looks immaculate before i take it apart this evening so i was curious about the charging handle. Maybe it needs oiled somewhere or just needs shot more idk.
Why do you think this is one of the first viable semi-auto shotguns? The browning Auto 5, the most successful semi auto shotgun in history, was designed in 1898 and entered production in 1902. The 1100 only came to the market 61 years later.
Boudreau888 lol I find it funny that back in the day. Browning was so frantic about getting his Auto-5 to market because he thought someone was going to beat him to it.
What stock pad does yours have? From what I can tell, these old wood stocks have a curve that no pads on the market can fit... Did you have your stock cut?
I still have the 12 gauge model 1100 that my father gave me as a high school graduation present in 1978. God only knows how many doves, quail and rabbits that thing has killed. He paid $165 for it brand new.
When you take the forearm off it's the same mechanism, just actuated by blow back gasses and a spring recoil to cycle the Bolt carrier. That is why the 1100s shoot so much softer. I had a 16 guage 870 and 12 guage 1100; could shoot the 1100 all day, the 870 beat you up.
There's a 20 ga 1100 at MilArm that's awfully tempting. Do they tend to handle modern loads alright? It'd be mostly for trap, but upland birds would be an option. Thoughts?
hey i need help i have a 1100 12 ga also and it wont eject short brass shells and will high brass shells it will any ideas why i have a 1100 20 ga also and it eject both short and high brass why wont the 12 ga eject low brass
Hi Gear Guy, I just ran across your video and have a question? My 1100 was purchased used on 12-14-1990. It has a 26" IC bore vent ribbed barrel with two beads, silver mid and ivory muzzle. Mine is also 2 3/4" and has the 1" recoil pad and white spacers on grip cap and recoil pad. Different engraving from yours with Fluer De Lis pattern on the fore end and butt stock. The serial number is N30xxxxx, any idea when mine left the factory??
Thanks Mike, it is a sweet shotgun providing you keep the ports clear and open. I've got a nice 870P (high gloss wood stock) 12ga. from 1983. Did some barrel swapping and it now has a 19" vent rib cyl. bore, sling and elastic ammo holder on butt stock. Unfortunately, after three eye surgeries think I'll be hanging up the 12ga. guns.
@@jerrybigrig9475 I've seen that done on here the tube I believe but I went on and invested in those Short Lane gun adapters and have a nice set including the 209 black powder adapter along with .410 bore 20 ga. .22LR .22Mag .38Spec. 9mm .45Colt and all out of my 12 ga. single shot H&R Topper model 58 shotgun !!!
+Nelton Brooks It should shoot semi. As to why it's not racking, it could be a number of reasons. Is it trying to rack back, but isn't quite making it?
Sometimes itll rack back and eject the shell halfway and I have to take the shell out and re engage it and sometimes I have to rack it back by hand...it cant be because its dirty because I broke it down and cleaned all the gunk out..
Nelton Brooks I'm no Remington 1100 expert, but here are some things to try: 1. Try different shells. If you're using low brass target rounds, they might not have enough stank to cleanly eject spent shells. 2. Check whether you're using a barrel meant for 3" or 2 3/4" shells. The 3" magnum barrel has fewer holes between the barrel and the gas system, so it might not work well with 2 3/4 shells. 3. Check for the rubber o-ring, if it's missing maybe that's the issue? 4. Replace gas piston seal rings. You can get the full kit for like $20 from Brownells.
Will do..ill try everything...thanks man that was real big help...my dad likes the gun and I was thinking about givin it to him for his bday so im just trying to get it to function correctly. ..have a happy new year and be safe 👍✌
I own one in 20 gauge, is it just me or did he load the chamber with a dummy shell in a weird way? Like I load mine by literally putting the shell into the chamber and closing the action. 0:52
I'm a 3 gunner, and when loading through the port I always just throw the shell in on the lifter. It would have worked except the fake shell isn't quite to spec. Here's how it looks in action: ruclips.net/video/CjbdXxNQwoM/видео.html
I bought mine New in 1979, plane barrel, 30", full choke for $200. Waterfowl hunting still allowed lead shot other than National Wildlife Refuges( Merritt Island, Fl) back then. The gun has had easily 10,000 rounds put through it and only used for waterfowling. And yes, it's been submerged at least a few times, but thankfully not in the brackish impoundments of Merritt Island. Always sprayed down after all hunts. It has never failed me other than the disengagement of 3 separate bolt-charge handles that vibrated loose and fell into the drink. But all three hunts were saved by inserting the slot-blade of a Swiss Army knife where those handles had fit. Certainly, the barrel is no longer full choke, more likely improved cylinder ☺️☺️. 90% of the rounds ended up being steel when that law became implemented for all waterfowl hunting. It's just been a great gun period.
I sent all 5 serial numbers to Remington and they sent my the manufacturing dates. Since Remington has been split up, there may be a web site that may have serial number ranges with dates, much like Browning does
I'm in Northern Alberta, everything freezes in the Winter. It's really fun watching all the different types of failures that are possible when it gets to -25C (-13F) and lower. We shoot 3 gun pretty far into Winter and it offers some good insight into what can go wrong in the cold.
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The 1100 and the 11-87 in my book are some of the best shotguns ever made. I have had a lot of shotguns
I own 5 1100's 1963-1976, shot trap and skeet each with over 300,000 each, still work great, never even replaced the "O" ring on any of them yet.
Being as I have had the SAME O ring on my 1100 since 1966 when I replaced the original metal V ring so I wouldn't lose it, I would not call it a weak link. Over 95,000 rounds.
@@douganderson7002 Actually, quite easy to do. If you go trap/skeet shooting 12 times per year (or about once per month) and shoot an average of four strings of 25 shells apiece, then you get 1,200 shells through the firearm in a year. I know because I've done just that for five years now. And I know many people who shoot trap and skeet far more frequently and with far more shells consumed per range trip than I do. And yes, I've used the same Remington 11-87 for all of those shoots.
@@douganderson7002 Like the other guy said, that's not that crazy. I used to burn 100+ shells a weekend shooting just by myself. 400 shells a month, for at least late spring and the entirety of summer, plus occasional shooting during the other months. That being said I do agree with you, it's hard to imagine an o-ring from the mid 60's lasting that long in good working order even if the thing wasn't fired at all.
@@douganderson7002 You might want to do a little research before poping-off like this. We have slowed down due to the ammo shortage and expense (thanks Obama you POS) yet I still average 600+ rounds, shooting trap, a month with my 1100 Competion model. Do the math. I do have some cycling problems with some of the manufacturers rounds but no problems with the club's reloads. It helps to find a shell that you like and stick with it. I haven't done it for 50 years but I know shooters that have used them almost that long. Great gun. I replace the o-ring regularly just for grins.
@@oldgoat50 I'm not sure I understand your point about $$$$$$$ and reloading. Care to clarify?
Thanks man I have owned a couple different 1100s and never stoped to figure out how to take them down. Crazy how easy they are. Amazing good ol old firearms.
Great video. I have one and love it.
Little tip: getting the mag spring and cap out and back without it shooting across the room or deflecting in all directions when putting back: insert your cleaning rod into the hole when taking out. Same for reinserting. Thread the cap and spring over the rod, insert into mag tube and simply slide it all down the shaft. Thank me later.🤣🤣
I just picked up an 1100 made in 1968 and I love it…this video showed me how to break it down to clean 👌🏻 Thank You!
The 1100/11-87 is by far still the best semi auto shotgun out there.
I've got my fathers he bought in 63'. I do sporting clay's and I love it. It just works.
As long as you use reliable ammo. There seems to be some real crap out there these days. Nothing like shooting doubles, sporting clays, 5 stand, so on... and having touble with the gun failing to cycle. BTW - I clean it regularly, that can ,make a difference.
My 12 gauge 1100 has a 28 inch modified barrel.
My father bought it brand new from Neal Hardware in Millen, GA in December 1978.
It was my combination Christmas/high school graduation present .
He paid $165 for it brand new.
It has taken everything from deer and turkeys to rabbits and squirrels to doves and quail.
And it has busted a lot of clay.
Like I said, it cost $165 in December 1978. Go find a 78 White Diamond 1100 now and see what it will cost you.
hands down the best all round bird/skeet gun ever made. they are freekin workhorses... nothing compares and probably will ever be built this well
I got mine in 1986 for $483.00 bought a 20" deer barrel for $142.00. total with tax $669.00. I have a Leupold Vari-X III 1.5 x 5 mounted on it. Beautiful looking/shooting gun. Extremely capable shotgun.
Bought mine in 04 for $500
LT 1100 20ga rifled barrel.
@@joeellis2692 where did you get a 20 gage rifled barrel...ive been searching for a while now ...no one has one ...
@@jerryking1434 NY gun show. I believe it was an antique gun show out of Syracuse New York.
How did you do the scope mount on yours?
I am got one of these for my 14 birthday and they are a fantastic shotgun .
Thank you for this. I got one of these for $50, 20 years ago. Someone really abused it, completely rusted because it was left in a shed, and they sawed the barrel off on it. Well, for a few years I tried to find parts for it and I was unable to find anything. I just looked again and it seems like Remington is back at it. So I'm going to get it back in operation.
Also Numrich gun sales. Has diagrams ,so you can identify the parts you need.
Do you still have it .... wanna get rid of it ...???
Excellent review! I'm impressed with the way you walk through and explain each step. It helped me out a lot with cleaning my early model 1100 20 ga. I had questions (worries) on the o-ring/seal. Your demontration followed up with talking points was perfect! Thank you, Jason H
Truly a sweet shotgun. I had an 1100 with the fleur de lis pattern on butt stock and forend, scroll work on receiver and bolt, white spacer and diamond design on grip cap, 1" recoil pad with white spacer, 26" improved cylinder vent rib barrel, in 12ga (2.75" only). Sold it to a good friend a few years back for $325. Didn't care about getting a great price, just wanted it to have a good home. Miss that gun.
Worth a fair bit more now for sure. Your not the only one, in my younger years when I thought subwoofers and flashy car wheels where more important then family heirlooms, I sold several fine firearms inc an Rem 1100 for peanuts. Whoopsy daisies...
@@thunderbugcreative7778- so freakin' true. In 2010 I spied a swell (mint) S&W 36 and figured to swap plus $ for it with the 1100. SOB wanted to give me $75. I'd rather give it away. Knew he'd resell it for hundreds. A little profit??? Whatta douchebag. Mine went to a good home where it will be used. My buddy actually felt guilty and gave me another $25 making total $350, he knew the 1100's worth. I bought it used in 1990 for $175. Still have my 12ga 870P (model #5028) that I purchased in 1983. Helluva sweet gun that 1100. If I'm lyin' I'm dyin'.
Your information as to Remington's first viable gas operated semi-auto is wrong! Remington's first gas operated semi-auto was the Remington Sportsman 58. First produced in 1957 and ended its run in 1963. I have my Dad's Sportsman 58, from 1957, still operating with no problems!
I’ve had a 1187 since 1997. Never a hiccup and it’s been used allot huntin trap&skeet.
Mine has a parkerized matte finish on it and runs like a champ.
Bolt and bolt carrier actually tough sometimes to get into the receiver. Also the two-piece gas rings on mine (at least) have scalpel-sharp edges. Overall a fussy and kind of old-school system, but soft shooting and classic cool. Wear your red plaid Stormy Kromer cap to complete the look!
I have a 1974 1100 in 20ga in pretty much pristine condition. It's a fantastic shooter :)
How's recoil? I have several 12 gauge 1100s but thinking of getting a 20 for my wife
@@deputyja1 your wife should be fine with it. I started shooting mine when I was 14 years old.
I think it’s the best hunting shotgun.
I've fired one of these granted it was a shorter barrel. I was running some pretty heavy buckshot and it was like shooting a 20 gage with bird shot
The rubber O-ring and two gas seals will last by far much longer if the magazine tube & seals were cleaned on a regular basis. Use very fine steel wool & Hoppes to remove the tarnish on the 2 metal seals and magazine tube then lightly oil before reassembly.
mad props on that 650 yard shot.
I will keep my 11-87 Remington 12gauge 3" and 2 3/4 " thank you 😊
When he said "These thing are really cheap, and there are thousands of them out there" , I immediately looked to see what year this video was from ! Cheap ? not so much anymore ! These old classics are pulling big bucks nowadays !
the browning auto 5 is actually a recoil operated design. i need to find me one of the 1100's.
I simply love these guns I have 2. Of em and wanting a 3rd,,,, they break down easy. Usually the only replacement is the O ring. Of you are kind to them. And there cheap to replace. ,,
i've owned several never had one fail, my dad has the same one since 60's squirrel and deer hunts with it every year never changed the rings and he only cleans it every 10 years lol.
I'm not sure I would brag about that?
Awesome Video, learned a lot about my shotgun by watching this!
Gramps gave me his 1100. Love it.
??? For you! What is the difference between the 1100 & the 11-87??
Anything now that's Remington, is expensive. Only because they're under a different name called Rem. So, if you have an old 1100, 1187, or just some older Remington firearm, you should probably save it. Also, over time they will go up in value.
I’ve had one since the early 80’s
I believe the next gen was the 11-87?
Kind of yes. By 1986 The 1100 received the design changes that make up the 1187 so Remington decided to re-brand it for 1987. Marketing genius 🙄
This is THE best shotgun ever made....my #2 is the 870. I've shot this gun for over 30 years, and it's never let me down. Great gun. But please don't compare it to the 870......I can shoot 3 rounds in half the time someone with a 870 can do.
Blueman Chicago thats not the point. I have 2 1100's and an 870. Of course you can shoot a semi quicker. Lol. Its just based on feel and following through on shots. When u learn on a pump versus a semi, its just a feeling of timing and swinging through the bird.
Good word Blueman. Actually with the #’s produced this design has been running almost completely reliable (I’m betting a few lemons 🍋 have made it out the door) going on 60years. Beat that eh?
Old standby.
Good guns
I just bought my 4th. 11-87 a couple days ago and ran the numbers for age and it was made in 98 .
I have a 870 light weight 20 gauge..I would trade it for a 20 in 11-87 Remington but my 20....870LW is in perfect condition 👌 maybe..6 boxes of shells threw it..since new in the 80s
My grandpa had it now it is my father's and I just took it without asking it has a hell of o kick
the vlogger states "this is the first viable semi-auto 12 gauge shotgun" not true the Remington model 58 Sportsman was the 1st viable semi-auto shotgun, I have one that still works fine today and have passed it along to my son.
I have had many shotguns in my life since I was 17 years old (I'm 60 now)...I always pick up the 1100 out of my safe for everything...hunting, sporting clays, whatever...because it's the best. I change the o ring every 3 years (which never really needed replacing just do it cause I have them, I think the 1st replacement was 40 years)...keep on going. even bought a 2nd one from the same era... with a short barrel and longer mag for the home to replace my MOS500. the Remington 1100 is not a gun you will fail with.
Hey man, FYI if you email Remington a shotgun's serial number they will send you back the date of manufacture. That's how I found out my 870 Wingmaster was made in 1966, and the 1100 is from 1969.
+David “The Crover” Montes There's lot's of serial number charts on the net that will give you the number code for date of manufacture. Just google "Remington 1100 Serial Numbers".
my 1100 was made ion 1978
Excellent video
I went dove hunting yesterday with my grandfather and shot one of these in 20. I had shot my fifth one and when I went to set my gun down the stock popped off.
They periodically need maintenance.
@@hornett22 WOW - what a concept!
@the hunting gear guy
I know this videos 9 years old but I've just inherited my fathers 1100 with a poly deluxe choke and i believe a 26 inch barrel so pretty light shotgun and i havent shot it yet cause i wanted to disassemble clean inspect all that jazz. Is the charging handle kinda tough to pull back on these? The one i have was bought right after the war (Vietnam) and it looks immaculate before i take it apart this evening so i was curious about the charging handle. Maybe it needs oiled somewhere or just needs shot more idk.
Why do you think this is one of the first viable semi-auto shotguns? The browning Auto 5, the most successful semi auto shotgun in history, was designed in 1898 and entered production in 1902. The 1100 only came to the market 61 years later.
Boudreau888 When I prepped out for the video, I had "first viable gas-operated" in my script, but forgot :(
Boudreau888 lol I find it funny that back in the day. Browning was so frantic about getting his Auto-5 to market because he thought someone was going to beat him to it.
Great video my friend! Now it's time for me to break mine down and give it a worthy cleaning!!!! :)
Thanks for the video
What stock pad does yours have? From what I can tell, these old wood stocks have a curve that no pads on the market can fit... Did you have your stock cut?
I call this shotgun ol' reliable... but I just bought a weatherby, looking to buy a trap shooting weapon soon
Great vid!
I always load 2 then pull the lever back and load another.. kinda awkward loading the first shell in the way you did in my opinion... nice video 👍🏻
Port loading through the side is the norm for 3 gun, that's why you see me doing it.
@@Huntinggearguy like I said just seemed awkward in my OPINION... sorry if you got offended 🤷🏻♂️
I have a1100 classic trap with a 30 & 32 inch full choke barrels that my father used in tersely 70s never seen a 32 inchRemington barrel ever
Can you make a video of you're primary hunting rifle(s)? Subscribed.
Can't beat an 1100.
I still have the 12 gauge model 1100 that my father gave me as a high school graduation present in 1978.
God only knows how many doves, quail and rabbits that thing has killed.
He paid $165 for it brand new.
I need one or both right now , how much ? It will be alright ,just close your eyes & tell me the price!
This is a review video, it is not for sale.
I have a 1100 and want to know if I need to buy a new barrel to shoot buckshot and slugs PS my barrel is the same as in the vid fluted
should i buy one? use; everything.
Surprised how similar it is to the 870.
When you take the forearm off it's the same mechanism, just actuated by blow back gasses and a spring recoil to cycle the Bolt carrier.
That is why the 1100s shoot so much softer.
I had a 16 guage 870 and 12 guage 1100; could shoot the 1100 all day, the 870 beat you up.
Can the 3” Magnum shoot light 2-3/4 target loads reliably? Can a 2-3/4 barrel be used on the Magnum receiver?
No to the first question, yes to the second.
Yes & Yes (1187)
There's a 20 ga 1100 at MilArm that's awfully tempting. Do they tend to handle modern loads alright? It'd be mostly for trap, but upland birds would be an option. Thoughts?
I guess it'd depend on age. My buddy's 1100 is super old and it works fine with 2 3/4" loads, but can't take 3". Should be fine for upland.
Can you have these in the UK on a shotgun license?
Good video by the way
hey i need help i have a 1100 12 ga also and it wont eject short brass shells and will high brass shells it will any ideas why i have a 1100 20 ga also and it eject both short and high brass why wont the 12 ga eject low brass
Next version of the 1100 is the 1187
Both..look the same to me 😊
favorite shotgun to deer hunt and duck hunt with?
I really like my Browning A5 (new style inertia system, not the old one)
i have this gun
The police model the shell loader is larger than the non police ...does anyone know the remmington part number to the police style shell loader ...???
Hi Gear Guy, I just ran across your video and have a question? My 1100 was purchased used on 12-14-1990. It has a 26" IC bore vent ribbed barrel with two beads, silver mid and ivory muzzle. Mine is also 2 3/4" and has the 1" recoil pad and white spacers on grip cap and recoil pad. Different engraving from yours with Fluer De Lis pattern on the fore end and butt stock. The serial number is N30xxxxx, any idea when mine left the factory??
"N" Could be a 1966, but if you call Remington, they'd be able to let you know for sure.
Thanks Mike, it is a sweet shotgun providing you keep the ports clear and open. I've got a nice 870P (high gloss wood stock) 12ga. from 1983. Did some barrel swapping and it now has a 19" vent rib cyl. bore, sling and elastic ammo holder on butt stock. Unfortunately, after three eye surgeries think I'll be hanging up the 12ga. guns.
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can you get a 26' barrell to shoot rimchoke on a3''mag 12 gag for an old 1100
Yep I believe you can Steve since a lot of those parts are interchangeable !!!!
@@jeffreyelliott622 are the barrels interchangeable . ... I've been told you can put a 20 gauge barrel on a 12 gauge frame...???
@@jerrybigrig9475 I've seen that done on here the tube I believe but I went on and invested in those Short Lane gun adapters and have a nice set including the 209 black powder adapter along with .410 bore 20 ga. .22LR .22Mag .38Spec. 9mm .45Colt and all out of my 12 ga. single shot H&R Topper model 58 shotgun !!!
does the spring in your tube fly out like mine does when I remove the cap?
duhh
So there should be a split washer cup thing that keeps that from happening.
I've got one chambered for the 3" magnum. What's the max allowed capacity for just fun shoots? (Not hunting). I've heard 5 rounds in the tube.
How do you not know? (Familiarize yourself with your very own shotgun...)
I have a 1100 and it doesn't keep racking after a shot so your saying that its just the gas seals I need to change? and it should shoot semi?
+Nelton Brooks It should shoot semi. As to why it's not racking, it could be a number of reasons. Is it trying to rack back, but isn't quite making it?
Sometimes itll rack back and eject the shell halfway and I have to take the shell out and re engage it and sometimes I have to rack it back by hand...it cant be because its dirty because I broke it down and cleaned all the gunk out..
Nelton Brooks I'm no Remington 1100 expert, but here are some things to try: 1. Try different shells. If you're using low brass target rounds, they might not have enough stank to cleanly eject spent shells. 2. Check whether you're using a barrel meant for 3" or 2 3/4" shells. The 3" magnum barrel has fewer holes between the barrel and the gas system, so it might not work well with 2 3/4 shells. 3. Check for the rubber o-ring, if it's missing maybe that's the issue? 4. Replace gas piston seal rings. You can get the full kit for like $20 from Brownells.
Will do..ill try everything...thanks man that was real big help...my dad likes the gun and I was thinking about givin it to him for his bday so im just trying to get it to function correctly. ..have a happy new year and be safe 👍✌
Another area to check is the gas ports in the barrel. They can get clogged up with fouling. Take a paperclip and clean them out.
Still killing pheasants with mine 50 year’s later
is there a lazer light used with that gun? if so can you recommend one thanks
King Jordan A Tactical laser/light combo? I know they're out there, but couldn't recommend any in good conscious because I haven't used any.
My father gave me his. It’s my first gun. I’ve considered extending the choke and shortening the barrel. Any thoughts? Pros/cons
If it's an older gun, I'd say keep it original. Nothing like these older shotguns.
How short? You might be able to find a replacement barrel instead of modifying your old shotgun barrel.
@@Huntinggearguy I was just hoping to find a barrel about 6 -8 inches shorter. I don't use it for hunting but for home defense, rather.
L F yup. I wouldn’t want to mess with any sentimental value so I’ve decided to buy another shotgun and leave this one as is. Thanks!
@@Huntinggearguy look at guns international site, They have them for sale from time to time.
I own one in 20 gauge, is it just me or did he load the chamber with a dummy shell in a weird way? Like I load mine by literally putting the shell into the chamber and closing the action. 0:52
I'm a 3 gunner, and when loading through the port I always just throw the shell in on the lifter. It would have worked except the fake shell isn't quite to spec. Here's how it looks in action: ruclips.net/video/CjbdXxNQwoM/видео.html
I actually don't have that cap that holds the plug in
+Caleb Mullen Yeah, that cap holds the spring in. It's nice to have because it keeps things nicely tucked away while you change your barrel.
Were would I find a bigger bolt handle?
Try the internet.
I wish I had the 11-87 in 20. Gauge too.
Question parts from 870 will fit 1100-LT20?
Some parts do.
@@Huntinggearguy The trigger assembly are the same
how can you shoot duck with an old one ? can you shoot steel with em ? i was thinking of buying a used older one
This one isn't compatible with steel shot, but some of the new ones likely are.
I bought mine New in 1979, plane barrel, 30", full choke for $200. Waterfowl hunting still allowed lead shot other than National Wildlife Refuges( Merritt Island, Fl) back then. The gun has had easily 10,000 rounds put through it and only used for waterfowling. And yes, it's been submerged at least a few times, but thankfully not in the brackish impoundments of Merritt Island. Always sprayed down after all hunts. It has never failed me other than the disengagement of 3 separate bolt-charge handles that vibrated loose and fell into the drink. But all three hunts were saved by inserting the slot-blade of a Swiss Army knife where those handles had fit. Certainly, the barrel is no longer full choke, more likely improved cylinder ☺️☺️. 90% of the rounds ended up being steel when that law became implemented for all waterfowl hunting. It's just been a great gun period.
would it be good for duck hunting
As long as you have a barrel that's rated for steel shot, absolutely. A 3" chambered 1100 would be the way to go.
of course
I want whatever you’re smoking!
How can I tell how old my Remington 1100 is
I sent all 5 serial numbers to Remington and they sent my the manufacturing dates. Since Remington has been split up, there may be a web site that may have serial number ranges with dates, much like Browning does
The Browning A5 is superior and designed 60 years earlier.
greater recoil
Quanto custa
My dad owns this
Do you know where do buy spare O-rings for this gun?
Ferrari_Guy; Lowe’s. It’s a standard size.
@@BilgePump Amazon
Ebay has them all the time.
I bought my o-rings off of Brownells !!!
11-87 is the next one then versa-max
stonedimaculate1983 is seams like you and I are the only ones that know that
Kaleb Shiver; I knew that.
Do these ones have changeable chokes ?
Not this one, it has a fixed choke. Maybe some other barrels come with interchangeable chokes.
I have an 11-87 from 1993 that has a rem-choke barrel
Mine has changeable chokes..plus it came with a non vent rib modified barrel for some reason..maybe it was the original barrel
Putting oil in the firing pin channel will cause a freeze up??? I’ve never heard that before. Did you say that by accident or something???
I'm in Northern Alberta, everything freezes in the Winter. It's really fun watching all the different types of failures that are possible when it gets to -25C (-13F) and lower. We shoot 3 gun pretty far into Winter and it offers some good insight into what can go wrong in the cold.
Tim Haskins IIRC German MG34 gunner tool kit have sulfur powder for winter use instead of normal gun oil
*cough* browning auto 5 *cough*
David M. Thank you. Remington licensed the auto5 from JB in 1911 and I believe it was the first mass produced auto loader shotgun for Remington.
Me and my 11oo stop ore else
I’m desperately looking for a barrel for my 1100! Can you help or advise me where I can purchase one?
Are you in Canada? Check out CGN.
Thegundealer.net
In the USA , try Ebay
650 yard 'hunting' shot? More like sniper
That O ring is junk ! Just replace it every couple of years. Also for a tight seal, run 2 O rings.