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Well gents, I thought I had scored.

I'm newly getting back into trap, and a lefty. Right hand guns give me no issues, but I'd like to own ONE left handed gun in this life.

I found a pair of left handed Remington 11-87 at Cabelas in the gun room. One was the Premier model, the other a bit more plain, for about a hundred less.

I went back and forth and bought the premier, thinking to hell with it - it's a lifetime gun.


I got it home and only then noticed that 3 or 4 of the standoffs in the middle of the rib were broken loose from the barrel.


So I'm bummed, as it is a seriously nice gun.

Assuming that I most likely already paid top used dollar for this gun, is it easy/reasonable to get the rib repaired, or should I follow my gut and return it?

Seems to me if that many standoffs are defective, then the rest must be suspect as well.


I'm not even sure if I want to bother looking at the other gun, as opposed to just buying a new lefty 870 express for a first gun for now.
 
Go talk to the manager at Cabela's.
See what they will do.
Maybe on a slim chance they didn't notice the flaws and may
pay to have them repaired?
 
He did say there was a 30 day return window, so that oughtn't be a problem.

This gun apparently belonged to another clerk at the store, who hunted it.

I'm half thinking I ought to just go with a pump. I hear about 50/50 statements on the Internet as to whether or not the 11-87 3" will reliably cycle 1oz trap loads anyhow. Remington also does not recommend them.
 
you have it know why not shoot it for a bite and see how you like it ,,sounds like you got 30 days ,so put some shells threw her ,,Dutch
 
I'd take it back. Even if they fix it, likely you'll be having doubts about the gun anyway. As far as the 3" 11-87's not reliably cycling target loads, I have an 11-87, 3" SPS model that cycles 1 oz target loads with no problems. Hope you get this resolved to your satisfaction. Bac4
 
Thanks guys

I took it back and even the part time retired guy in the gun library said it wouldn't be worth fixing. The "plain" one was also a premier model. No engraving, and the wood wasn't as glossy but once I got it home and cleaned up of all the old grime on and in it it sure does look sharp.

Rib is firm on this one!

I also stripped it in the store to make sure that the gas system was all there. Had to buy a full choke since this one just had a cylinder bore one in it, but even so I'm $110 less for a gun that, on its own. Is just lovely.

It just lost some curb appeal next to its neighbour.

I just want to get myself a spare O-ring. This one looks ok, but it's a bit hard.

Thanks for the reassurance regarding the target loads too. I've never had a gas gun before. I've looked at many, but the Remington drew me for its simplicity....and affordability without having to buy a Turkish gun of unknown quality and fit.
 
I'm having issues with my 11/87 cycling light trap loads. I've stripped it down and cleaned it several times. Also replaced the o ring, still no luck. It cycles 3" no problem. Any ideas?
 
I bought viton orings for my 1187 off of the net about 4 years ago from an outfit that makes orings. They were something like 24 cents a piece and they work great. At 24 cents I usually put in a new one every year but last year I forgot and I got 2 years out of the oring with no problem.
 
Never had trouble with the 20 ga. version cycling target loads. Try a new O-ring as a cheap test. Usually that's the problem.

Oh and I can attest to shooting it wet with BreakFree CLP. You rarely need to clean the gas system, but when you do you'll find that clean up is a breeze.
 
Grouse Man said:
Never had trouble with the 20 ga. version cycling target loads. Try a new O-ring as a cheap test. Usually that's the problem.

Oh and I can attest to shooting it wet with BreakFree CLP. You rarely need to clean the gas system, but when you do you'll find that clean up is a breeze.
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I'm just going to give the BreakFree a try right off the hop, in that case.

Can hardly wait for trap night! :D
 
Just a note. I tried out my new(used) 11-87 and Ca1953 Auto5 for the first time tonight.

Both ran Challenger 1oz loads just fine, with strong extraction. I had the browning set up for heavy loads too.

The Remington was run damp with Breakfree and the Auto5 had an oily rag of the same applied to the mag tube.

The old Auto 5 became a fast favourite. I'm going to have to look for a later one next :)

I think I ought to pick up some new springs for it. I take it Brownells is the only real option?
 
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