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Lot 1465: Cased Winchester Model 23 Grand Canadian Two Gun Set

Cased Winchester Model 23 Grand Canadian Two Gun Set

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: August 24, 2024

Lot 1465: Cased Winchester Model 23 Grand Canadian Two Gun Set

Cased Winchester Model 23 Grand Canadian Two Gun Set

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: August 24, 2024

Estimated Price: $4,500 - $6,500
Price Realized:
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A) Winchester 20 Gauge Model 23 Grand Canadian Shotgun

Manufacturer: Olin-Kodensha
Model: 23 Grande Canadian
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 20
Barrel: 25 1/2 inch vent rib
Finish: blue/coin
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1523
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 424
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

Manufactured as one of 50 Grand Canadian two gun sets, with this example being the second produced. Blued Winchester Proof steel with dual white bead sights on the raised matted vent rib, 3 inch chambers with ejectors, and chokes marked improved cylinder/modified. The coin action displays maple leaf clusters on all sides surrounded by floral scroll with a pair of gold inlaid maple leaves on the underside, a single leaf on the triggerguard flanked by scrolls, and a matching motif on the top lever. Features a gold washed single trigger and a tang mounted selective safety. Mounted in a beautifully figured, fleur-de-lis checkered walnut beavertail forend with engraved fittings and Deeley release and straight grip stock with solid Winchester recoil pad. Cased with "B". Includes a takedown case for both guns. Barrel and stock measurements (R/L): bore nine inches from the breech .617/.618 inches; choke constriction .005/.015 inches; minimum wall thickness .031/.030 inches; 1 7/16 inch drop at the comb; 2 5/16 inch drop at the heel; 14 7/16 inch length of pull; weight 7 lbs.

Rating Definition:

Excellent, retaining 99% plus original blue and coin finishes with limited handling marks, and crisp engraving. Wood is very fine with some dings and scratches, and a couple tiny hairline cracks coming off the lower tang. Mechanically excellent. Case is very fine.



B) Winchester Model 23 Grand Canadian Shotgun

Manufacturer: Olin-Kodensha
Model: 23 Grande Canadian
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 25 1/2 inch vent rib
Finish: blue/coin
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1523
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 424
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

Blued Winchester Proof steel with dual white bead sights on the raised matted vent rib, 3 inch chambers with ejectors, and chokes marked improved cylinder/improved modified. The coin action displays maple leaf clusters on all sides surrounded by floral scroll with a pair of gold inlaid maple leaves on the underside, a single leaf on the triggerguard flanked by scrolls, and a matching motif on the top lever. Features a gold washed single trigger and a tang mounted selective safety. Mounted in a beautifully figured, fleur-de-lis checkered walnut beavertail forend with engraved fittings and Deeley release and straight grip stock with solid Winchester recoil pad. Cased with "A". Barrel and stock measurements (R/L): bore nine inches from the breech .734/.734 inches; choke constriction .009/.025 inches; minimum wall thickness .028/.029 inches; 1 7/16 inch drop at the comb; 2 5/16 inch drop at the heel; 14 7/16 inch length of pull; weight 7 lbs. 5 oz.

Rating Definition:

Exceptionally fine, retaining 98% plus original blue and 99% plus original coin finishes with light handling marks, some light spotting/pitting under the forend, and crisp engraving. Wood is very fine with some dings and scratches, and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.



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