1187/1100

ammo.crafter · September 29, 2007, 09:40 AM

What are the difference between Remingto 11-87 and 1100 models?

ebutler462 · September 29, 2007, 09:47 AM

The 11-87 is a beefed up version of the 1100. Most 1100s are 2.75", while the 11-87 handles longer magnum loads, some up to 3.5".

Both are mighty fine guns.

mjolnir · September 30, 2007, 08:46 AM

An 11-87 is basically the 1100 modified to handle BOTH 2.75" & 3" shells.

Main 11-87 differences:

1> The barrel has a gas venting system, consisting of a collar and spring on the front of the gas cylinder.
2> Different extractor (thicker...therefore bolt extractor slot wider, and barrel slot for extractor wider).
3> Magazine tube of stainless steel.

Because of 1 & 2, and some other details, 1100 and 11-87 barrels don't interchange.

There are about 24 other [minor] changes, let me know if you want a rundown.

mudstud · September 30, 2007, 07:07 PM

No argument with mjolnir, but there are also some 1100's built to take both 2-3/4" and 3". In fact, I've been looking at a used 20 gauge 1100 LT-20, which says it will take both lengths on the barrel.

Scorch · September 30, 2007, 07:11 PM

The big advantage of the gas venting system onthe 11-87 is that you can shoot any load from light target laods to heavy magnum loads without short cycling or banging the action up. Either gun is a good shotgun, though.

Shell Shucker · October 1, 2007, 09:45 PM

1100's WORK, 1187s MABEE. Just my personal experience, YMMV.

September 29, 2007, 09:40 AM	#1
ammo.crafter Senior Member Join Date: June 25, 2006 Location: The Keystone State Posts: 1,970	1187/1100 What are the difference between Remingto 11-87 and 1100 models? __________________ "Peace is that brief glorious moment in history when everybody stands around reloading". --Thomas Jefferson

September 30, 2007, 07:11 PM	#5
Scorch Senior Member Join Date: February 13, 2006 Location: Washington state Posts: 15,248	The big advantage of the gas venting system onthe 11-87 is that you can shoot any load from light target laods to heavy magnum loads without short cycling or banging the action up. Either gun is a good shotgun, though. __________________ Never try to educate someone who resists knowledge at all costs. But what do I know? Summit Arms Services

September 29, 2007, 09:47 AM	#2
ebutler462 Senior Member Join Date: March 16, 2007 Location: NC Posts: 437	The 11-87 is a beefed up version of the 1100. Most 1100s are 2.75", while the 11-87 handles longer magnum loads, some up to 3.5". Both are mighty fine guns.

September 30, 2007, 08:46 AM	#3
mjolnir Member Join Date: February 13, 2005 Location: Valhalla Posts: 79	An 11-87 is basically the 1100 modified to handle BOTH 2.75" & 3" shells. Main 11-87 differences: 1> The barrel has a gas venting system, consisting of a collar and spring on the front of the gas cylinder. 2> Different extractor (thicker...therefore bolt extractor slot wider, and barrel slot for extractor wider). 3> Magazine tube of stainless steel. Because of 1 & 2, and some other details, 1100 and 11-87 barrels don't interchange. There are about 24 other [minor] changes, let me know if you want a rundown.

September 30, 2007, 07:07 PM	#4
mudstud Member Join Date: March 20, 2002 Posts: 82	No argument with mjolnir, but there are also some 1100's built to take both 2-3/4" and 3". In fact, I've been looking at a used 20 gauge 1100 LT-20, which says it will take both lengths on the barrel.

October 1, 2007, 09:45 PM	#6
Shell Shucker Member Join Date: September 27, 2007 Posts: 46	1100's WORK, 1187s MABEE. Just my personal experience, YMMV.