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The Remington 11-48 is a lighter, streamlined version, of the Model 11, and was the first new semi-automatic shotguns to be introduced by Remington after World War II. Manufactured from 1949 to 1968, it was produced in 12, 16, 20 and 28 gauge and .410 variations.
Learn more about this shotgun in this "I Have This Old Gun" segment from a recent episode of American Rifleman TV.
Despite the incredible array of polymer-frame, striker-fired, semi-automatic handguns on the market, the classic revolver not only refuses to die, it has seen something of a resurgence in recent years.
For 2026, the semi-automatic shotgun market has seen even more growth, with some manufacturers expanding their current offerings and other makers entering the marketplace with novel designs.
For the past 100 years, the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute (SAAMI) has established the standards that ensure our safety when using modern shotshells, cartridges, firearms and more.