I got a deal on a Rem 11 that has no finish, but otherwise looks pretty reasonable. Bead
blast and rust blue, refinish the stock and deepen the checkering. It has a Cutts with what
appears to be a full choke tube on it by the length. Probably will find or make a
spreader. Definitely install a new fiber buffer - Gun Parts has them.
Thanks for all the info. Wasn't actually looking for the best self defense shotgun, was looking
for info on Auto 5s. I have a Mossberg 500 and an Ithaca Riot Gun pump and they are fine
for the job. I just wanted to fool around with an Auto 5 or clone to learn about another
classic Browning design and maybe make a useful self defense shotgun out of it. The
info on using an 870 mag tube is REALLY great news, appreciate hearing that. Hope the
Rem 11 has the same situation.
Reid Coffield had a series on rebuilding a Rem 11 and I have read several of the installments.
If anyone has the Part 2 of 'Salvaging a Remington 11", I'd love to borrow it or maybe
you could scan the article and send it.
Thanks again for all the info - learned a lot already, will certainly learn more. I think
$150 is a fair price, we'll see once I get it in my hands!
Bill