Manufactured in 1975. Blued steel barrels with single bead sight on the matted vent rib, chokes marked "**"/"*" (modified/full), and 2 3/4 inch chambers with automatic ejectors. The coin gray finished action displays the standard Pigeon Grade full coverage floral scroll engraving surrounding scenes of pigeons in flight on the left and right as well as relief carved oak leaf and acorn designs carved at the fences. Gold washed single trigger and tang mounted safety/selector switch with gold inlaid "O", "U", and "S". Nicely figured, multi-point checkered Schnabel forend with engraved fittings and straight grip stock with Browning buttplate. Stock measurements: drop at comb 1 1/2 inches; drop at heel 2 1/2 inches; length of pull 14 7/16 inches; weight 6 lbs. 9 oz. Provenance: The Joe Marlin Hilliard Collection

Excellent overall, retaining 99% original blue and coin finishes with limited handling evidence, some oil staining on the underside of the action, and sharp wood checkering. Hairline crack visible on the right rear of the forearm. Mechanically excellent.