The Remington 870 Fieldmaster Synthetic is a 12-gauge pump-action shotgun with a 28-inch barrel, 4+1 capacity in a 3-inch chamber, and a composite black synthetic stock with satin blued finish. At 7.5 lbs and 48.5 inches overall, the longer barrel compared to the 26-inch variant improves handling on crossing shots for clay sports and waterfowl. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Remington 
• Model Name: 870 Fieldmaster Synthetic 
• Type: Pump Action Shotgun 
• Gauge: 12 GA 
• Chamber: 3" 
• Barrel Length: 28" 
• Capacity: 4+1 rounds 
• Overall Length: 48.5" 
• Weight: 7.5 lbs. 
• Sights: Front Bead 
• Stock Material: Composite (Black Synthetic) 
• Finish Color: Satin Blued 
• Safety Feature: Trigger Guard Safety 
   

Detailed Features 

The pump action cycles reliably across 2-3/4" and 3" shells. Three chokes (Full, Modified, Improved Cylinder) ship with the gun for shot-pattern adjustment. The synthetic stock handles weather without the maintenance of walnut.

The 870 Fieldmaster is one of the most widely owned pump shotguns in the country, and the sentiment that comes through from long-term owners matches that track record.

Reliability is the word that comes up most. Owners report it runs cleanly under various conditions and holds up to heavy use over years. The pump action is intuitive for new and experienced shooters alike, and the wide availability of accessories and parts means the 870 platform can be modified easily.

Value is a recurring theme. The price-to-performance ratio is considered strong by most owners, which is partly why it continues to sell alongside more modern designs. Performance on clay targets and in the field draws positive comments, particularly from hunters who use it seasonally.

Complaints focus on weight (7.5 lbs is noticeable on long days), 12-gauge recoil over extended sessions, and a trigger pull that's serviceable but not refined. The satin blued finish shows wear over time under hard field use.