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Lot 460: Factory Engraved Winchester Model 21 Double Barrel Skeet Shotgun

Documented Factory Engraved Winchester Model 21 Double Barrel Skeet Shotgun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 3, 2021

Lot 460: Factory Engraved Winchester Model 21 Double Barrel Skeet Shotgun

Documented Factory Engraved Winchester Model 21 Double Barrel Skeet Shotgun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 3, 2021

Estimated Price: $8,000 - $13,000

Documented Factory Engraved Winchester Model 21 Double Barrel Skeet Shotgun

Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 21
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 28 inch vent rib
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1446
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 278
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Blued Winchester Proof Steel barrels with dual white bead sights on the matted, vent rib which is marked "CUSTOM BUILT BY WINCHESTER FOR WM. E. HARBOTTLE", standard proofs on the flats, chokes marked "WS-1"/"WS-2", and 2 3/4 inch chambers with ejectors. The action displays #4 pattern engraving consisting of floral scrollwork with borders and two simple bands at either breech. The gun features a gold plated single selective trigger and tang mounted manual safety with gold inlaid "SAFE". Beautiful, fancy figured, multi-point checkered beavertail forend with engraved fittings, rotary latch release, and ebony tip inlay and pistol grip stock with blued steel grip cap, gold inscription oval mark "W.E.H.", and Winchester red rubber recoil pad. Included with the gun is a copy of the final inspection report listing many of the features and a date of August 18, 1966. While the William E. Harbottle that ordered this gun cannot be positively identified, William E. Harbottle Jr. and William E. Harbottle III of Dayton, Ohio are likely candidates. Harbottle Jr. was the president of Miami-Jacobs Junior College at the time this gun was built. Barrel and stock measurements (R/L): bore diameter nine inches from the breech .729/.729 inches; choke constriction .004/.003 inches; minimum wall thickness .026/.028 inches; 1 3/8 inch drop at comb; 1 3/4 inch drop at heel; 14 1/16 inch length of pull; weight 7 lbs 11 oz.

Rating Definition:

Excellent as engraved and refurbished, retaining 99% blue finish with only minor handling evidence. The wood is very fine with a few scattered minor marks and sharp checkering. Mechanically excellent.



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