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Lot #2547
Lot #2549

Lot 2548: Two U.S. Military Shotguns

Collector's Lot of Two U.S. Military Shotguns

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 1, 2018

Lot 2548: Two U.S. Military Shotguns

Collector's Lot of Two U.S. Military Shotguns

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 1, 2018

Estimated Price: $1,600 - $2,500
Price Realized:
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A) U.S. Savage Model 720 Semi-Automatic Shotgun

Manufacturer: Savage Arms Corporation
Model: 720
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 20 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1996
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 244
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Single bead sight, with "P/flaming bomb" on the barrel, along with the standard commercial markings. The receiver is also marked "P/ bomb" next to "U.S." on the left side, along with a set of commercial-style scroll/game scene etching on the sides and top. Checkered pistol grip stock, with a serrated buttplate. Cylinder choke, 2 3/4 inch chamber, 14 inch length of pull.

Rating Definition:

Fine, with 50% of the blue finish, showing areas of gray and brown patina, rust and pitting around the muzzle, and scattered handling marks. The receiver screws have been turned. The refurbished, recheckered stock is good, with some dents and scuffs. Mechanically excellent.



B) U.S. Stevens Model 520-30 Slide Action Riot Shotgun

Manufacturer: Stevens J Arms Co
Model: 520
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 20 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1996
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 244
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Single bead sight, with an extra-cylinder choke and a 2 3/4 inch chamber. The left side of the barrel and receiver bear "P/(flaming bomb)" stamps, with "U.S" on the receiver. Fitted with a checkered forearm and pistol grip stock, with a serrated plastic buttplate and a 14 inch length of pull.

Rating Definition:

Fine, with 60% of the original blue finish, showing areas of gray and brown patina, bright edge wear, and mild spotting and handling marks. The stock is good, with a number of scuffs and scratches. The action bar occasionally disengages from the breech block during cycling, otherwise mechanically good.



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