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Lot #1744
Lot #1746

Lot 1745: Engraved, Gold Inlaid Winchester Model 23 Shotgun Two Barrel Set

Cased, Engraved, and Gold Inlaid Winchester Model 23 Side by Side Custom Two Barrel Hunting Set Shotgun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 7, 2019

Lot 1745: Engraved, Gold Inlaid Winchester Model 23 Shotgun Two Barrel Set

Cased, Engraved, and Gold Inlaid Winchester Model 23 Side by Side Custom Two Barrel Hunting Set Shotgun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 7, 2019

Estimated Price: $3,500 - $5,500
Price Realized:
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Cased, Engraved, and Gold Inlaid Winchester Model 23 Side by Side Custom Two Barrel Hunting Set Shotgun

Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 23
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 20
Barrel: 25 1/2 inch vent rib
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1520
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 387
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

Barrels marked "MODEL XXIII - WINCHESTER CUSTOM 2 BARREL HUNTING SET - 20 GA. 2 3/4" & 3"" on the left barrel with a single white bead sight, automatic ejectors, and improved cylinder/modified chokes. Both barrel sets feature wedges of light scroll engraving and are numbered "1" and "2" respectively at the breech end of the rib. Box lock receiver with fine scroll engraving surrounding dog and game bird scenes of duck on the right, a pheasant on the left, and a retriever with a duck on the underside. The birds and dogs are rendered in detailed, semi-relief gold inlay. The trigger guard tang is marked "ONE of 500". Nicely figured checkered walnut pistol grip stock and beavertail forearm with fancy fleur-de-lis carved accents, engraved blue steel grip cap, and blank initial oval. Includes a takedown case, snap caps, oiler, and an extra set of 28 gauge barrels. The 28 gauge barrel set is also 25 1/2 inches with 2 3/4 inch chambers and its own matching forearm. Stock measurements are: drop at comb 1 1/2 inches; drop at heel 2 1/2 inches; length of pull 14 1/8 inches.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% original finishes, minor handling evidence, tiny area of spotting on the grip cap, and sharp stock checkering. Mechanically excellent. The case and extra barrel are both excellent.



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