The Remington 870 Fieldmaster is a 12-gauge pump-action shotgun with a 26-inch barrel, 4+1 capacity, and a 3-inch chamber. At 7.3 lbs and 46.5 inches overall, it sits in standard field-gun territory. The composite stock and satin blued finish keep it weather-resistant without adding weight. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Gauge: 12 Gauge 
• Chamber: 3 inches 
• Action Type: Pump Action 
• Capacity: 4+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 26 inches 
• Overall Length: 46.5 inches 
• Weight: 7.3 lbs (approx.) 
• Sights: Front Bead Sight 
• Stock Material: Composite 
• Grip Type: Black Synthetic 
• Finish: Satin Blued Black 
   

Detailed Features 

Three interchangeable chokes (Full, Modified, Improved Cylinder) let you tune the shot pattern to the target distance and game type. The trigger guard safety is straightforward to operate. The pump action cycles reliably across shell lengths from 2-3/4" to 3" in the 3-inch chamber.

The 870 Fieldmaster has a decades-long reputation as a working shotgun, and owner sentiment reflects that. Reliability is the most consistent theme: it runs in rain, cold, mud, and heavy use without drama, which is what hunters and home defense users want to hear.

Versatility draws frequent praise too. The choke system handles waterfowl, upland birds, and clay targets by swapping chokes, and the synthetic stock holds up to rough field treatment. The aftermarket for the 870 is one of the deepest in the shotgun world — stocks, sights, extended magazines, tactical gear — which appeals to owners who customize.

On the critical side, 7.3 lbs gets flagged for long carry days in the field. The 12-gauge recoil can be fatiguing in extended sessions, especially compared to lighter gauges. Trigger pull runs on the heavier side, which matters more for precision clay work than hunting. Finish wear over heavy use gets occasional mention.