The Winchester Model 1885 is based on John Moses Browning's first of many firearms patents and was produced in a wide variety of rifle calibers and configurations. However, the company also produced a small number of Model 1885s as 20 gauge shotguns in the early 20th century. This very scarce Winchester shotgun was manufactured in 1913 with a plain barrel with a silver bead front sight, the two-line nickel steel marking and the two-line Winchester address and patent markings followed by "20 GA." and "MOD" markings on the left side, "WP" proofs on top of the barrel and action, the latter location offset to the left due to the wavy line "matting" on the top of the frame, the three-line trade mark legend on the upper tang, the serial number on the lower tang followed by "A" at the rear, smooth Schnabel tip forearm with contrasting inlay, and straight grip stock with 13 3/8 inch length of pull. The chamber appears to be 3 inches.

Very good, retains 30% original blue finish, the casehardened frame turned to smooth brown patina with vivid original case colors showing on the protected areas of the breech block, with scattered heavy freckling overall. Stock is also very good with numerous scattered scratches, discoloration, and otherwise defined edges. Mechanically excellent.