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Lot 601: Pre-World War II Winchester Model 21 Shotgun

Pre-World War II Winchester Model 21 Standard Grade Double Barrel Shotgun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 6, 2019

Lot 601: Pre-World War II Winchester Model 21 Shotgun

Pre-World War II Winchester Model 21 Standard Grade Double Barrel Shotgun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 6, 2019

Estimated Price: $3,000 - $5,000
Price Realized:
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Pre-World War II Winchester Model 21 Standard Grade Double Barrel Shotgun

Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 21
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 30 inch vent rib
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1156
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 290
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Manufactured in 1938 and features double, orange front and steel mid sights on the added Simmons matte vent rib, 3 inch chambers, with ejector and chokes marked modified/full. The right barrel is marked "MODEL 21- WINCHESTER / TRADEMARK - 12 GAUGE", and the left is marked with the two line address and "PATENTS PENDING" marking; both are marked at the breech end of the barrel. The underside of the barrels are Winchester proof steel marked and "MOD." on the right and "FULL" on the left. The barrel flat, forearm hardware and wood are marked with the matching serial number. Single selective trigger and manual tang safety with gold "SAFE". Mounted with a nicely figured checkered walnut beaver tail forearm and pistol grip stock with a solid Winchester recoil pad. Bore and stock measurements (R/L): chambers measured at 3 inches; bores 9 inches from the breech measured at .732/.731; chokes .016/.033; minimum wall thickness .028/.031; drop at comb 1 1/2 inches; drop at heel 2 1/2 inches; length of pull 14 1/2 inches; weight 7 lbs. 12 oz.

Rating Definition:

Very good as professionally refinished with 95% blue remaining showing some wear on the fences, high edges and on the lower tang. The chambers have been lengthened and two filler screws are present on the lower rib. There is a small area of touched up pitting on top of the frame and trigger guard, an area of minor oxidation on the left barrel at the mid bead sight, and some light scratches on the underside of the receiver. The wood is excellent with a few minor handling marks, with crisp recut checkering. The markings remain crisp and clear. Mechanically excellent.



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