Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this classic recoil-operated sporting shotgun for a penny start auction, this is the Remington Sportsman '48 chambered in 12 Gauge w/ 28" Modified Choke Barrel, Blued Finish & Checkered Walnut Stock.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Remington Arms Company
Model: Sportsman 48
Serial: 3157503
Date of Manufacture: October 1959 ("EF" Barrel Date Code)
Caliber: 12 Gauge / 2 3/4" Chamber
Choke: Fixed Modified Choke
Finish: Factory Blued Receiver & Steel Barrel
Barrel Length: 28" Plain Steel Barrel
Optics/Sights: Single Metal Front Bead Sight
Stock/Grips: American Walnut Pistol Grip Stock w/ Press-Checkered Diamond Accents & Factory Buttplate
Action: Long-Recoil Semi-Automatic Shotgun w/ 3-Shell Tubular Magazine & Cross-Bolt Safety
Markings: Left receiver wall stamped "Remington / SPORTSMAN 48" alongside serial number "3157503"; left barrel shank stamped "REMINGTON ARMS CO. INC., ILION, N.Y. MADE IN U.S.A.", patent numbers, "12 GA. FOR 2 3/4 OR SHORTER SHELLS", "MOD.", and "E-FL" date code.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Introduced in 1949 as a streamlined evolution of the Model 11, the Remington Sportsman '48 was designed w/ a sleek, rounded rear receiver profile that defined modern autoloader styling. Operating via John Browning's long-recoil mechanism, the Sportsman '48 features a factory-restricted 3-shell capacity, making it explicitly tailored to comply w/ federal and state migratory bird hunting regulations without requiring magazine plugs. Renowned for its reliable cycling mechanics, natural pointing characteristics, and solid all-steel construction, the Sportsman 11-48/48 family remains an enduring favorite among classic American shotgun enthusiasts.
This specific example is an authentic Remington Sportsman '48 bearing serial number 3157503, manufactured in October 1959 according to its "E-FL" barrel date code. Chambered in 12 Gauge for 2 3/4" or shorter shells, it features a 28-inch plain barrel w/ fixed Modified choke, factory blued finish, metal front bead sight, and diamond press-checkered American walnut furniture. Displaying clean original blued steel surfaces w/ light, honest finish wear along high edges and slide paths, rich walnut wood grain, a mirror-bright bore, and smooth recoil-operated cycling mechanics, this 1959 Remington autoloader is ready for the field or classic sporting displays.
Model: Sportsman 48
Serial: 3157503
Date of Manufacture: October 1959 ("EF" Barrel Date Code)
Caliber: 12 Gauge / 2 3/4" Chamber
Choke: Fixed Modified Choke
Finish: Factory Blued Receiver & Steel Barrel
Barrel Length: 28" Plain Steel Barrel
Optics/Sights: Single Metal Front Bead Sight
Stock/Grips: American Walnut Pistol Grip Stock w/ Press-Checkered Diamond Accents & Factory Buttplate
Action: Long-Recoil Semi-Automatic Shotgun w/ 3-Shell Tubular Magazine & Cross-Bolt Safety
Markings: Left receiver wall stamped "Remington / SPORTSMAN 48" alongside serial number "3157503"; left barrel shank stamped "REMINGTON ARMS CO. INC., ILION, N.Y. MADE IN U.S.A.", patent numbers, "12 GA. FOR 2 3/4 OR SHORTER SHELLS", "MOD.", and "E-FL" date code.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Introduced in 1949 as a streamlined evolution of the Model 11, the Remington Sportsman '48 was designed w/ a sleek, rounded rear receiver profile that defined modern autoloader styling. Operating via John Browning's long-recoil mechanism, the Sportsman '48 features a factory-restricted 3-shell capacity, making it explicitly tailored to comply w/ federal and state migratory bird hunting regulations without requiring magazine plugs. Renowned for its reliable cycling mechanics, natural pointing characteristics, and solid all-steel construction, the Sportsman 11-48/48 family remains an enduring favorite among classic American shotgun enthusiasts.
This specific example is an authentic Remington Sportsman '48 bearing serial number 3157503, manufactured in October 1959 according to its "E-FL" barrel date code. Chambered in 12 Gauge for 2 3/4" or shorter shells, it features a 28-inch plain barrel w/ fixed Modified choke, factory blued finish, metal front bead sight, and diamond press-checkered American walnut furniture. Displaying clean original blued steel surfaces w/ light, honest finish wear along high edges and slide paths, rich walnut wood grain, a mirror-bright bore, and smooth recoil-operated cycling mechanics, this 1959 Remington autoloader is ready for the field or classic sporting displays.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.
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Payment Details
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Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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Additional Information
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https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1200450666 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-09-13 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
200 |
