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Lot 504: Winchester Model 21 Grand American Style Shotgun Two Barrel Set

Engraved and Gold Inlaid Winchester 20 Gauge Model 21 Grand American Style Double Barrel Shotgun Two Barrel Set with Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 25, 2023

Lot 504: Winchester Model 21 Grand American Style Shotgun Two Barrel Set

Engraved and Gold Inlaid Winchester 20 Gauge Model 21 Grand American Style Double Barrel Shotgun Two Barrel Set with Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 25, 2023

Estimated Price: $16,000 - $25,000
Price Realized:
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Engraved and Gold Inlaid Winchester 20 Gauge Model 21 Grand American Style Double Barrel Shotgun Two Barrel Set with Case

Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 21
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 20
Barrel: 28 inch vent rib
Finish: blue/gold
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 744
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 416
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

Blued Winchester Proof Steel marked barrels with a single red bead sight on the matted vent rib which is marked "CUSTOM BUILT BY WINCHESTER", standard barrel markings, 3 inch wedges of floral scroll engraving at either breech, chokes marked "MOD"/"FULL", and 2 3/4 inch chambers with automatic ejectors. The blued boxlock action displays beautiful modified Grand American pattern engraving consisting of near full coverage floral scrollwork surrounding four gold inlaid game scenes. The left side shows a setter in a field scene, the right has a pointer in a field scene, the underside shows a pair of flushing pheasant in a field scene, and a bust of a pointer on the triggerguard all rendered in highly detailed gold inlay. The gun features a gold plated single selective trigger and tang mounted automatic safety switch with gold inlaid "SAFE". Exceptional, feather crotch figured, fancy 21-B pattern fleur-de-lis checkered beavertail forend with engraved fittings, rotary latch release, and ebony tip inlay and straight grip stock with matching fleur-de-lis checkering, "GRAND AMERICAN" in gold on the lower tang at the wrist, blank gold inscription oval, and checkered bare butt. Included is a second matching set of 28 inch 28 gauge barrels with matching engraving and its own beavertail forend and featuring 2 3/4 inch chambers with ejectors and chokes marked "IMP CYL"/"MOD". Also included is a wood and leather takedown case that houses the entire set along with a pair of nickel snap caps for each set, nickel oiler, and Winchester Model 21 certificate. Barrel measurements for the 28 gauge set (U/O): bore diameter nine inches from the breech .548/.551 inches; choke constriction .050/.053 inches. Barrel and stock measurements for the 20 gauge set (R/L): bore diameter nine inches from the breech .613/.613 inches; choke constriction .038/.039 inches; minimum wall thickness .037/.038 inches; 1 1/2 inch drop at comb; 2 3/8 inch drop at heel; 14 1/2 inch length of pull; weight 7 lbs. 5 oz. Provenance: The Buffalo Bill Center of the West

Rating Definition:

Exceptionally fine as custom upgraded/built to current configuration, retaining 99% plus blue and gold finishes, limited handling evidence, and sharp checkering on the stock and forend. The case and accessories are excellent. The extra barrel set shows some slight oxidation on the rib, otherwise it is very fine. Mechanically excellent.



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