This shotgun was designed for use by the U.S. Army Air Corp. during World War II for skeet shooting in order to train aerial gunners in the art of leading a flying target. "U.S." and flaming bomb proof marked on the barrel and left of the receiver, and "MILITARY FINISH" marked on the left of the receiver. Naval anchor stamped on the left of the trigger guard. Crossed Ordnance cannons and "FJA" (Frank J. Atwood) inspection cartouche marked on the left of the buttstock. It is complete with the original Cutts compensator and Lyman choke on the barrel, single nickel bead front sight, and 2 3/4 inch chamber. The barrel is correctly without choke markings. Length of pull is 14 inches. Provenance: The Steven Preston Military Collection

Excellent, retains 90% plus original blue finish with scattered light scratches, some light wear around the compensator, and sharp markings in the metal. Wood is also excellent with defined edges, some light scratches and handling marks, and crisp inspection stamps. Mechanically excellent.