The Remington 870 Wingmaster in 20 gauge is a pump-action shotgun with a 26-inch barrel, 3-inch chamber, and 4-round capacity. The stock is satin American walnut. The trigger is gold plated with a crossbolt safety. The receiver is finished in high-polish blue. Overall length is 46.5 inches and weight is 6 lbs. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Remington 870 Wingmaster 
• Gauge: 20 Gauge 
• Chamber: 3 inches 
• Action: Pump 
• Capacity: 4 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 26 inches 
• Overall Length (OAL): 46.5 inches 
• Weight: 6 lbs (6.12 lbs) 
• Sights: Twin Bead 
• Stock Material: Satin American Walnut 
• Trigger Type: Standard / Gold Plated 
• Safety Mechanism: Crossbolt 
• Finish: High Polish Blued 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The high-polish blued receiver and satin walnut stock give the Wingmaster a traditional appearance that distinguishes it from the more utilitarian Express variants in the 870 line. The twin bead sighting system uses a front and mid bead for consistent head position during the swing, which suits bird hunting and clay sports. 
 
The 26-inch barrel works well for upland birds and provides a competitive length for trap and skeet. The 20 gauge chambering produces less felt recoil than 12 gauge in equivalent loads, making it a sensible choice for youth shooters, smaller-framed adults, or anyone who spends long days shooting without wanting to accumulate recoil fatigue. 
 
The 870 action has been in production long enough that parts availability and gunsmith familiarity are essentially non-issues. 
 

Usage Notes 

 
Upland hunting and clay sports are the primary uses. The Wingmaster finish level makes it better suited to a dry gun cabinet and clean field days than wet mud-season duck hunting. The 4-round capacity is standard for a magazine-tube 20 gauge at this barrel length.

The 870 Wingmaster 20 gauge is consistently well-regarded, with most criticism directed at the newer production quality rather than the design itself.

Common themes:

• Craftsmanship: The walnut stock and blued finish draw genuine appreciation from owners who prefer traditional American shotgun aesthetics. The Wingmaster finish tier is visibly distinct from the 870 Express.
• Reliability: The 870 action's long track record comes up regularly. Most owners report trouble-free operation across a variety of loads.
• 20 gauge recoil: The lighter recoil is frequently cited as a specific reason for choosing this chambering, especially for newer shooters or those who want to shoot high volumes without fatigue.
• Versatility: Owners note it works for upland, waterfowl with appropriate chokes, and clay sports, though the walnut finish makes some hesitant to use it in harsh conditions.
• Parts and accessories: The 870 platform has extensive aftermarket support, though the Wingmaster grade parts like the polished receiver are specific to that line.
• Older versus newer production: Some longtime 870 owners note that quality control on recent production has varied, which occasionally surfaces in discussions about the Wingmaster line specifically.