Im not sure the year of the model 870. It is a Wing Master 12 ga. Ser# s189445v.
100-300 USD
In 1950 Remington introduced fifteen versions of the Model 870 shotgun, in 12, 16 and 20 gauges.
Hey, I'm not sure about the worth, but I am also interested in the answer. I too just found a Remington 870 wingmaster 12 gauge made in 1951...
The W ahead of the serial number indicates that your Remington 870 wingmaster was made in 1972.
Winchester did not make a model 810 wingmaster shotgun.Remington made a model 870 Wingmaster shotgun,is this what you are asking about?
A lot less than a new 870 Wingmaster in any gauge. $300 if you are lucky. However, if it has the same year barrel and original wood and it is in 98% condition then it could be worth $750-900. With the box, paperwork and hang tag it could be a 1500 dollar gun. If it was a 12 gauge I would tell you to enjoy it and shoot it, but with the price of shells for a 16 gauge I would sell it and buy a 12 or 20 gauge. Since they have built more than 10 million 870s they have little collector value. I have a 1951 870 wingmaster in 12 gauge and I was stoked to learn that it was worth $300 and I paid $265 for it in 2008. I just hunt dove and quail with it and keep it clean and try not to scratch it up too much. An 870 is just a good working gun and should be used as such.
depending on age and condition, from between $250 and $450.
The last Wingmaster 870 12-gauge shotgun was produced in Ilion, New York, in 2021, marking the end of an era for this iconic firearm. Remington Arms, which manufactured the Wingmaster 870 since its introduction in 1950, faced significant financial challenges and changes in ownership leading to the cessation of production at their Ilion facility. The Wingmaster 870 is renowned for its reliability and versatility, making it a favorite among hunters and sport shooters alike.
Remington Society of America, there is a link for manufacture dates link which will explain the date codes.
Best to get it checked by a competent gunsmith before firing. It might be corroded.
50-350 usd
Lookup date code on Remington Society of America here: http://remingtonsociety.com/rsa/questions/barrelcodes