Hello. I have a couple questions concerning a set of Remington guns that have been in my family for some time now.
I have four Remington Model 1100's SD series. The guns are all 98% or better condition, and they are:
12ga. Serial number M-351262V
20ga. Serial number M-459965-X
28ga. Serial Number M-351264-J
410ga. Serial Number M-459967-H
I have tried researching these shotguns and can find little information on them. I was curious if you guys had ever seen or heard of this series, and what a ballpark figure would be of the guns value. I will try and attach photos of the guns. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
Remington Model 1100 SD question?
Re: Remington Model 1100 SD question?
I did a little searching and it appears people are calling D Tournament grade Skeet models SDs. Is it marked on the guns SD, or Skeet D? The D grades featured significantly upgraded wood and I believe a slightly higher polished bluing. I Googled it and saw several that had sold for what I would call ridiculous prices, and some of those were pretty worn, but for you that could be good news.
By the serial numbers;
12ga. Serial number M-351262V is a standard 1100 12 gauge, 2-3/4" chamber, manufactured between 1974 and 1978.
20ga. Serial number M-459965-X is a standard weight 2-3/4" 20 gauge (built on a 12 sized receiver), manufactured between 1974 and 1978.
28ga. Serial Number M-351264-J is a standard 1100 28 gauge, 2-3/4" chamber, manufactured between 1974 and 1978.
410ga. Serial Number M-459967-H is a standard 410 gauge, manufactured between 1974 and 1978. The chamber length will be stamped on the barrel - 2-3/4" or 3".
By the serial numbers;
12ga. Serial number M-351262V is a standard 1100 12 gauge, 2-3/4" chamber, manufactured between 1974 and 1978.
20ga. Serial number M-459965-X is a standard weight 2-3/4" 20 gauge (built on a 12 sized receiver), manufactured between 1974 and 1978.
28ga. Serial Number M-351264-J is a standard 1100 28 gauge, 2-3/4" chamber, manufactured between 1974 and 1978.
410ga. Serial Number M-459967-H is a standard 410 gauge, manufactured between 1974 and 1978. The chamber length will be stamped on the barrel - 2-3/4" or 3".
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Re: Remington Model 1100 SD question?
Virginian, thanks for your help. Everything you described matches these guns. Out of all the guns I've every come across, the wood and engraving is as quality as it comes. Where did you go to find the year range? I tried posting pics, but it said file was too big.
Re: Remington Model 1100 SD question?
I have Kuhnhausens book. I can't believe the 12 & the 28 are only two digits apart on serial #s, and the same with the 20 & the 410. Somebody ordered those. I would say 1975 and 1976 manufacture dates. An all gauge skeet shooter.
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Re: Remington Model 1100 SD question?
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Remington 870 Serial Number Prefix Codes
1950 - 1967
No Prefix
1968 - 1973
"S" Prefix
1974 - 1977
"T" Prefix
1978 - 1983
"V" Prefix
1984 - 1989
"W" Prefix
1990
"X" Prefix
1991 - 1993
"A" Prefix
1994 - 1996
"B" Prefix
1997 - 2000
"C" Prefix
2001
"D" Prefix
REMINGTON SHOTGUN SERIAL NUMBER STRUCTURE
M/870 LETTER PREFIX
1950 TO APPROX 1968: NO SERIAL NUMBER PREFIX
1968 TO PRESENT: LETTERS USED (IN SEQUENCE)
S-68, T-74, V-78, W-84, X-90, A-91, B-94, C-97, D-01, AB-05
LETTER SUFFIX (DESIGNATES GAUGE)
V 12 GA. (2 3/4”)
M 12 GA. MAGNUM (3”)
A 12 GA. “SUPER” MAGNUM (3 ½”)
W 16 GA. ( 2 ¾” )
X 20 GA. “HEAVY FRAME” (DISCONTINUED)
N 20 GA. “HEAVY FRAME MAGNUM” (DISCONTINUED)
K 20 GA. “LIGHT WEIGHT” (“LW”) (ALSO INCLUDES M/1100 “LT”)
U 20 GA. LW MAGNUM (ALSO INCLUDES M/1100 “LT”)
J 28 GA.
H .410 BORE (2 ½” OR 3”)
M/1100
LETTER PREFIX
1963 TO APPROX. 1968: NO SERIAL NUMBER PREFIX
1968 TO PRESENT: LETTERS USED (IN SEQUENCE)
L-68, M-74, N-78, P-85, R-90
LETTER SUFFIX
SAME STRUCTURE AS THE M/870
M/1187
LETTER PREFIX
1987 TO PRESENT: “PC” 12 GA., 1999 “TL“ 20 GA.,
2000 “SM” SUPER MAG.
LETTER SUFFIX
NO LETTER SUFFIX ON THIS MODEL
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Here's a list or two I've posted on this forum numerous times before. I found it/them elsewhere on the Internet some years ago. They may be from the book that Virginian was referring to.Jackson wrote:Virginian, thanks for your help. Everything you described matches these guns. Out of all the guns I've every come across, the wood and engraving is as quality as it comes. Where did you go to find the year range? I tried posting pics, but it said file was too big.
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Remington 870 Serial Number Prefix Codes
1950 - 1967
No Prefix
1968 - 1973
"S" Prefix
1974 - 1977
"T" Prefix
1978 - 1983
"V" Prefix
1984 - 1989
"W" Prefix
1990
"X" Prefix
1991 - 1993
"A" Prefix
1994 - 1996
"B" Prefix
1997 - 2000
"C" Prefix
2001
"D" Prefix
REMINGTON SHOTGUN SERIAL NUMBER STRUCTURE
M/870 LETTER PREFIX
1950 TO APPROX 1968: NO SERIAL NUMBER PREFIX
1968 TO PRESENT: LETTERS USED (IN SEQUENCE)
S-68, T-74, V-78, W-84, X-90, A-91, B-94, C-97, D-01, AB-05
LETTER SUFFIX (DESIGNATES GAUGE)
V 12 GA. (2 3/4”)
M 12 GA. MAGNUM (3”)
A 12 GA. “SUPER” MAGNUM (3 ½”)
W 16 GA. ( 2 ¾” )
X 20 GA. “HEAVY FRAME” (DISCONTINUED)
N 20 GA. “HEAVY FRAME MAGNUM” (DISCONTINUED)
K 20 GA. “LIGHT WEIGHT” (“LW”) (ALSO INCLUDES M/1100 “LT”)
U 20 GA. LW MAGNUM (ALSO INCLUDES M/1100 “LT”)
J 28 GA.
H .410 BORE (2 ½” OR 3”)
M/1100
LETTER PREFIX
1963 TO APPROX. 1968: NO SERIAL NUMBER PREFIX
1968 TO PRESENT: LETTERS USED (IN SEQUENCE)
L-68, M-74, N-78, P-85, R-90
LETTER SUFFIX
SAME STRUCTURE AS THE M/870
M/1187
LETTER PREFIX
1987 TO PRESENT: “PC” 12 GA., 1999 “TL“ 20 GA.,
2000 “SM” SUPER MAG.
LETTER SUFFIX
NO LETTER SUFFIX ON THIS MODEL
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Re: Remington Model 1100 SD question?
I appreciate your help guys. I'm gonna try and do something about gettin pics on here, or if u would like, post ur email and I will send the pics to you. Very unique and top notch quality 1100s. They rightfully need to be in the hands of a true Remington collector.
Re: Remington Model 1100 SD question?
From the prices I saw and the condition of the guns, it must have been collectors or eccentrics buying them. If you are interested in selling them, google Remington 1100 SD and you will see what I am talking about. Your best bet would be to list them on GunBroker or GunsAmerica, as a set, with good pics, and a healthy reserve and see what happens. Do not get scammed by the PayPal Scam or the Certified check scam. Accept only a U.S. Postal money order or if they want to use a certified check tell them it has to be American Express or it will take 40 days to clear. That usually separates the wheat from the chaff. If someone is worried, tell them they can use an escrow service - the details are on GunBroker. You will get much more exposure there. You could be looking at rather significant money for these in the condition described, so the escrow fee will be peanuts by comparison.
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Re: Remington Model 1100 SD question?
Virginian, I believe that's the route I will go. I have no financial need to sell theses guns, other than the fact I'm tired of the care required (theft, oiling, ect.) I have had one former gun broker look at the shotguns. He was highly impressed. He confirmed what information my family had passer down to me; the fact that the guns have never been fired. I have a figure I am set on for reserve, but will take your advice on payment methods. Their too nice for me to keep and nobody ever see, but will never leave my residence unless the money is right.