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LOT 3599
Factory Engraved Winchester Parker Reproduction DHE Grade
28 Gauge Double Barrel Shotgun Three Barrel Set with Case - Serial no. 28-00567, 28
gauge, 26 inch solid rib bbl., blue/casehardened finish, walnut stock. Manufactured between 1983 and
1989 as a faithful reproduction of the beloved Parker shotgun. Dual white bead sights on the solid matte rib which marked with a gold “1” at the base, “1” marked on the lump, 2 3/4 inch chambers with ejectors,
and chokes marked “MOD”/”FULL”. The casehardened receiver shows the standard DHE grade
engraving of hunting dogs on either side and a covey of pheasants on the underside along with “PARKER”. The gun features single a selective
trigger and manual tang mounted safety switch. Beautifully figured, multi-point checkered walnut semi-
beavertail forend with engraved fittings including the Deeley latch release and straight grip stock with
carved flats and a checkered bare butt. Includes two extra sets of matching serial numbered 26 inch, 28 gauge barrels with a “2”
and “3” on their respective ribs, 2 3/4 inch chambers with ejectors, and chokes marked “IMP.CYL”/”MOD” for barrel “2” and “Q1”/”Q2”
for barrel “3”. Also included is a leather bound takedown case that houses the whole set, a canvas cover, and two nickel snap caps.
Barrel measurements for set “3” (R/L): bore diameters measured nine inches from the breech .553/.553 inches; choke constriction
.005/.012 inches. Barrel measurements for set “2” (R/L): bore diameters measured nine inches from the breech .555/.555 inches; choke
constriction .009/.019 inches. Barrel and stock measurements for set “1” (R/L): bore diameters measured nine inches from the breech
.554/.554 inches; choke constriction .019/.039 inches; 1 5/8 inch drop at comb; 2 1/4 inch drop at heel; 13 1/4 inch length of pull;
weight 5 lbs. 9 oz.
CONDITION: Very fine overall, retaining 98% original blue finish, 25% original case colors with the balance a fine grey, some minor scratches on the barrels and wood, small chip at the forend tip and sharp checkering on the stock and forend. The case and extra barrel sets are very fine. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 5,500 - 8,500
LOT 3600
Factory Engraved Winchester Super Grade XTR Over/Under Combination Gun with Box and Case - Serial no. SR000251, 12/30-06 gauge, 25 inch solid rib bbl., blue/coin finish, walnut stock. Beaded blade front and folding rear sights, quick detach scope mounts, shotgun chamber marked 3 inches with an automatic
ejector and WinChoke choke (full installed), action displays extensive floral scroll engraving with “WINCHESTER/Super Grade”, single trigger and tang mounted safety/selector switch. Beautifully figured, multi-point checkered forend with engraved fittings and pistol grip stock with blued grip cap, raised
cheekpiece, and Winchester brown rubber recoil pad. Includes the original factory box, Winchester luggage style takedown case, scope rings, and three extra choke tubes (modified, improved modified, and extra full). Length of pull 14 1/16 inch. Weight 8 lbs. 4 oz. CONDITION: Excellent overall, retaining 99% original blue and coin finishes, limited handling evidence, and sharp checkering on the stock and forend. The box is good and the case is very fine. Mechanically excellent. Estimate: 2,500 - 4,500
LOT 3601
Factory Engraved Connecticut Shotgun Manufacturing Co. 20 Gauge RBL Launch Edition Double Barrel Shotgun with Case - Serial no. RBL001255, 20 gauge, 28 inch solid rib bbl., blue/coin finish, walnut stock. Blued steel barrels with single brass bead sight on the smooth concave solid rib, standard barrel markings, 2 3/4 inch chambers with ejectors, and interchangeable choke tube system (full/improved cylinder installed). The coin finished boxlock action displays scroll engraving on all sides covering nearly 100% of the surface with “RBL” in a ribbon on the underside. The gun features a single selective trigger, double rolled trigger guard, and tang mounted manual safety switch. Beautiful highly figured, multi-point checkered beavertail forend with engraved fitting and Anson button release and pistol grip stock with coin grip cap and serrated plastic buttplate. Includes original shipping box as well as a takedown case containing two snap caps, a nickel oiler, cleaning tools, shooting glasses, and a choke tube
pouch containing two chokes (skeet and modified). Stock measurements: 1 7/16 inch drop at comb; 2 1/16 inch drop at heel; 14 13/16 inch length of pull; weight 6 lbs. 7 oz.
CONDITION: Excellent overall, retaining 99% original blue and coin finishes with limited handling evidence and sharp checkering on the stock and forend. The shipping box is very good and the case and accessories are excellent. Mechanically excellent. Estimate: 2,500 - 4,000
LOT 3602
Factory Engraved Winchester 20 Gauge Model 23 Grande Canadian Double Barrel Shotgun with Case - Serial no. GC370, 20 gauge, 25 1/2 inch vent rib bbl., blue/coin finish, walnut stock. Winchester proof steel barrels with dual white bead sights on the matte vent rib, 3 inch chambers with automatic ejectors, standard markings, “GRANDE CANADIAN” marking on the rib, and improved cylinder/modified chokes. Bright coin finished receiver with scroll and maple leaf motif engraving, gold inlaid maple leaves on the underside, gold washed single selective trigger, and tang mounted automatic safety/selector switch. Mounted in
a highly figured, multi-point checkered straight grip stock and beavertail forend with fleur-de-lis carved accents, engraved fittings, and Winchester solid rubber recoil pad. Includes a factory Grande Canadian takedown case. Stock measurements: 1 1/2 inch drop at comb; 2 1/2 inch drop at heel; 14 5/16 inch length of pull; weight 7 lbs.
CONDITION: Excellent overall, retaining 99% original blue and coin finishes with minor handling evidence and sharp checkering on the stock and forend. The case is very fine. Mechanically excellent. Estimate: 2,000 - 3,000 333