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Lot 1559: Bodson Engraved Browning 20 Gauge F-7 C Grade Superposed Shotgun

Factory Mario Bodson Signed and Engraved Belgian Browning 20 Gauge F-7 C Grade Superposed Shotgun with Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 26, 2023

Lot 1559: Bodson Engraved Browning 20 Gauge F-7 C Grade Superposed Shotgun

Factory Mario Bodson Signed and Engraved Belgian Browning 20 Gauge F-7 C Grade Superposed Shotgun with Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 26, 2023

Estimated Price: $5,000 - $8,000
Price Realized:
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Factory Mario Bodson Signed and Engraved Belgian Browning 20 Gauge F-7 C Grade Superposed Shotgun with Case

Manufacturer: Fabrique Nationale
Model: Superposed
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 20
Barrel: 26 3/8 inch vent rib
Finish: blue/coin
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1298
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 433
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

Blued steel barrels with dual white bead sights on the matted vent rib, standard factory markings, single band of engraving at the breech, chokes marked "**$"/"**$" (skeet/skeet), and 2 3/4 inch chambers with automatic ejectors. The coin finished action displays attractive C Grade F-7 pattern scroll engraving surrounding a pair of game scenes with a trio of pheasants in flight on the left and a trio of mallards taking off from a pond on the right. The gun is signed "M.BODSON" on the left side for FN engraver Mario Bodson. The gun features a single trigger and tang mounted safety with gold "O", "U", and "S" markings. Beautifully figured, multi-point checkered forend with engraved fittings, and pistol grip stock with Browning rubber buttplate. Includes a factory takedown case. Barrel and stock measurements (U/O): bore diameter nine inches from the breech .625/.625 inches; choke constriction .003/.005 inches; minimum wall thickness .034/.031 inches; 1 7/16 inch drop at comb; 1 7/8 inch drop at heel; 14 7/16 inch length of pull; weight 6 lbs. 3 oz.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% original blue and coin finishes with minor handling evidence, a few areas of slight discoloration in the coin, and sharp checkering on the stock and forend. The case is very fine. Mechanically excellent.



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