serial #236169, 10 ga. (2 7/8'') on No. 3 frame, 30'' special steel barrels choked full in both with bright excellent bores, the left tube showing a tiny ding about 6'' from the muzzles. The barrels retain about 92-95% original blue, the loss is due primarily to even fading, light muzzle wear, and the expected light dings or handling marks that come from the years, showing remnants of a very light speckling of surface oxidation which was removed, showing brown freckles under high-intensity light. The frame retains about 95% original color case-hardening which is muting somewhat with the years and toning to pewter and plum on the rounded carry point of the frame ahead of the bottom flat, the edges of the fences as well, more of a pewter patina. The G grade engraving remains very nice with open swirls of flowing scroll with game birds left and right and a pheasant scene on the belly. The checkered round knob pistolgrip buttstock rates very fine showing only light handling marks, a bit of worn finish, a couple small fabric impressions and a left side 3/4'' drying crack at the butt. The splinter forend rates very good with a few more handling marks. This big ten bore features double triggers, extractors, automatic safety and tight on-face lockup with the top lever still well right of center. A great candidate for the marsh or turkey blind, still with excellent investment potential. (39768-6) {C&R} (2000/3000)
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