STEVENS 311D

Seller Description For This Firearm

Stevens 311D side by side 20 gauge in good condition will ship in a soft case.

The Stevens Model 311D 20 Gauge is a classic American-made side-by-side, break-action double-barrel shotgun manufactured by Stevens Arms as part of the long-running Model 311 series. The 311 series was produced from roughly the 1920s through the late 1980s and became known as a rugged, affordable utility shotgun for hunting and field use.

Typical Description
Gauge: 20 gauge
Action: Break-action, side-by-side double barrel
Triggers: Usually double triggers (one for each barrel)
Barrels: Commonly 26"–28" barrels, though lengths varied
Chokes: Often fixed chokes, commonly Modified and Full
Stock: Hardwood stock and forearm
Finish: Blued steel with a plain, utilitarian appearance
Use: Upland bird hunting, small game hunting, and general field use
Model 311D Features

The "D" designation identifies a particular production variation within the 311 family. Collectors generally regard the letter suffixes (A, D, H, etc.) as indicating manufacturing or design updates rather than major functional differences.

General Reputation

The 311D is widely regarded as:

Durable and reliable
Mechanically simple
Not highly engraved or ornate
A practical working shotgun rather than a luxury firearm

Many shooters appreciate the 20-gauge versions because they are lighter handling and produce less recoil than comparable 12-gauge models.

Example Catalog-Style Description

Stevens Model 311D 20 Gauge side-by-side shotgun featuring a break-action design, double triggers, blued barrels, hardwood stock, and fixed chokes. A dependable American field gun designed for hunting and sporting use, valued for its rugged construction and straightforward operation

UPC	ECOM00575511
Action	SIDE BY SIDE
Barrel Length	20" BARREL
Capacity	2 ROUNDS
Finish	BLUED
Gauge	20 GA