Manufactured in Japan, the Model 23 Classic was only imported in 1986 and 1987. Dual white bead sights on the matte rib with the East Alton, Illinois, address on the left barrel and "28" marked on the rear of the rib. The receiver is lightly scroll engraved with a golden inlaid quail on the underside. Mounted on a checkered walnut pistol grip stock with an ebony insert at the forearm tip, engraved steel grip cap, and an unmarked inscription panel. Includes Winchester luggage style takedown case. Barrel and stock measurements: 2 3/4 inch chambers, improved cylinder/modified chokes, 1 1/4 inch drop at comb, 2 1/4 inch drop at heel, and 14 7/16 inch length of pull.

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue, limited handling evidence, and sharp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent. The case is very fine.