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Lot 3532:Bridger 85 Shotgun 45-70

September 11th, 2015|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 3532:Bridger 85 Shotgun 45-70

September 11th, 2015|Rock Island, IL
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Naval Company/Winchester Model 85 Bridger Line Throwing Gun with Case and Accessories

Originally manufactured by Winchester as a Model 37 single barrel shotgun, this shoulder arm was refitted by the Naval Company of Doylestown, Pennsylvania as a dedicated line thrower powered by 45-70 caliber blanks. A large aluminum line canister is attached to the forearm and barrel, which have both been shortened, the former sanded down to fit the cylinder bracket and the latter stamped with Naval's markings. Smooth pistol grip stock, with a brass instruction plate and slip-on Pachmayr recoil pad. With a hardwood case, 10 brass projectiles, 3 reels of line, 3 spindles for re-winding the line, 30 blank cartridges (20 in box, 10 in sealed can), cleaning tools and papers.

ConditionThe front cover is absent from the cylinder, otherwise the gun is excellent overall, 98% original blue, showing some light handling marks. The stock is in equal condition, and the case shows some light handling wear. Mechanically excellent. NOTE: This arm is intended as a line thrower only.
Details
ManufacturerBridger
Model85
TypeShotgun
ClassCurio & Relic Long Gun
Caliber / Gauge45-70
Barrel14 inch round
Finishblue
Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views1914
Catalog page202
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