Remington Model 1100LW 1100-LW .410 GA 25″ Semi-Auto Shotgun, C&R 1973

SOLD FOR: $2,201.00

LSB#: LSB251207TF042

Make: Remington

Model: 1100 LW

Serial Number: L748877H

Year of Manufacture: 1973 (XX Date Code)

Gauge: .410 Bore 2 ½” Only

Action Type: Semi-Auto Shotgun, Mag-Tube Fed

Markings:. The left side of the barrel is marked “* 410 GA. FOR 2 ½ IN. PLASTIC SHELLS ONLY / SKEET / XX M”. The right side of the barrel is marked “REMINGTON ARMS CO. INC. ILION NY — MADE IN U.S.A.” and patent date.  The left side of the receiver is marked “REMINGTON MODEL-1100LW L748877H”. 

Barrel Length: 25″ with full length vented barrel rib.  

Choke: Fixed, Skeet Choke. 

Sights / Optics: This shotgun is mounted with a white bead at the muzzle on a full-length ventilated rib and has a silver mid bead. The rib and top of the receiver have a wavy pattern for glare reduction.  

Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two-piece checkered wood with a capped semi-pistol grip, fluted straight comb, finger groove forend, and serrated synthetic buttplate. There are some light handling marks. There are light scratches and compression marks. The checkering is intact and strong. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 14″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the checkered black hard rubber Remignton buttplate. The stocks rate in about Fine overall condition.    

Type of Finish: Blue

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright. There is no erosion in the bore. There is some minor fouling. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9 out of 10.

Overall Condition:  This shotgun retains about 98% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows little to no wear. There are light scratches and thinning throughout. The magwell shows light handling wear. There is thinning on the muzzle. The markings are clear. The pinheads are unmarred. Overall, this shotgun rates in about Excellent condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this shotgun. As with all previously owned firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None. 

Our Assessment: The Remington Model 1100LW in .410 bore represents the scaled lightweight variant of one of America’s most successful semi-automatic shotguns. Introduced in 1963, the Model 1100 quickly became a dominant force in sporting clays, skeet, and upland hunting due to its gas-operated action and soft recoil characteristics. The LW designation indicates the lightweight receiver specifically engineered for smaller gauges, and in .410 configuration it offered shooters a refined, low-recoil platform ideally suited for skeet competition and small game. The 1973 production date places this example firmly within the golden era of Ilion, New York manufacture, when fit and finish on Remington sporting arms were widely regarded as high quality.

This example presents in excellent overall condition, retaining nearly all of its original blued finish with only minor edge thinning and light handling marks noted. The 25 inch vent-rib barrel with fixed Skeet choke and dual bead sighting system reflects its intended purpose on the skeet field. The bore is bright with no erosion observed and only minimal fouling present. The checkered walnut stock set remains structurally sound with sharp checkering and only light cosmetic wear. Overall, this 1973 Remington 1100LW .410 stands as a well-preserved and desirable lightweight semi-automatic shotgun from one of Remington’s most respected production periods. Please see our photos for a better understanding of condition and good luck with your bids! -N.P