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Lot 1426: Winchester 21 Shotgun 20

Desirable Pre-War Winchester Model 21 Double Barrel 20 Gauge Trap Skeet Shotgun with Cody Museum Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 5, 2015

Lot 1426: Winchester 21 Shotgun 20

Desirable Pre-War Winchester Model 21 Double Barrel 20 Gauge Trap Skeet Shotgun with Cody Museum Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 5, 2015

Estimated Price: $4,000 - $7,000
Price Realized:
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Desirable Pre-War Winchester Model 21 Double Barrel 20 Gauge Trap Skeet Shotgun with Cody Museum Letter

Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 21
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 20
Barrel: 26 inch solid rib
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1161
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 183
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Manufactured in 1934 with a red front and steel mid bead sights on matte solid rib with WS1/ WS2 marked chokes, ejectors and 2 3/4 inch chambers. The bottom of the trigger guard plate is marked "SKEET" and "TRAP" and the water table bears the patent markings, model and address. The matching serial number is marked on the upper tang and on the bottom of the forearm. Single selective trigger and tang mounted safety with gold "SAFE" marking. Checkered deluxe walnut pistol grip stock and forearm with a checkered naked butt. Length of pull is 13 7/8 inches. The included Cody letter confirms the serial number, configuration, sights and that is was made for Western Cartridge Company.

Rating Definition:

Very fine as partially refinished (wood and trigger guard) with 85% plus original blue finish remaining, showing some light edge wear, minor dings at the muzzle, clear markings, small surface scratches and general handling marks. The wood is fine as refinished with sharp checkering, glossy finish a repaired hairline crack on the right side of the forearm, a large chip on the left of the forearm and general handling marks. Mechanically excellent.



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