Manufactured in 1950 and subsequently master embellished by Angelo Bee. Blued steel barrel with single steal bead on the matted solid rib, a band of engraving at either side of the muzzle, on the magazine tube retainer, and on the barrel collar. The receiver displays magnificently detailed game scenes on either side consisting of a trio of pheasant on the left in a farm scene and three pigeons in a forest scene on the right. The birds and game scene borders are rendered raised relief gold inlay. The remaining surfaces of the receiver are engraved with magnificent floral scroll on a matted background. The left side scene is signed "A.BEE" for the world renowned Master Engraver Angelo Bee. The action has been mated to a wonderfully figured fancy checkered walnut slide handle and buttstock with blued steel grip cap and Winchester buttplate. Stock measurements: 1 3/8 inch drop at the comb; 2 1/4 inch drop at the heel; 13 11/16 inch length of pull; weight 6 lbs. 5 oz.

Extremely fine as custom embellished by Master Engraver Angelo Bee, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks, some slight discoloration on the left game scene, and crisp engraving. Wood is also excellent with limited handling marks and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.