Savage Valmet Set of Model 333-T & 330 12 Ga & 20 Ga 30″ & 26″ O/U Shotguns
SOLD FOR: $1475
LSB#: 220114RL023 & 220114RL024
Make: Savage Arms Co. by Valmet Oy
Model: 333-T and 330
Serial#: The 333T’s serial number is 47617V; The 330’s serial number is 32282V
Year of Manufacture: Circa 1972-1980 for the 330-T and 1969-1980 for the 330, ATF Modern
Gauge: The 333-T is a 12 Gauge; The 330 is a 20 Gauge
Action Type: A pair of Hammerless Over/Under Top-Break Shotguns with Extractors.
Markings: The Model 333T is marked “SAVAGE”, “SAVAGE ARMS / WESTFIELD, MASS.” and “MODEL 333-T” on the left side of the top barrel’s chamber. The left side of the bottom barrel’s chamber is marked with the serial number “47617V”, “12/70 GA” and “(F) / (IM)”. The right side of the top barrel’s chamber is marked “PROOF TESTED 12GA. 2 3/4” CHAMBER / MADE BY VALMET Oy FINLAND”. The forend is marked “990” in marker. The forend hinge has decorative markings. The receiver has decorative markings. The bottom of the receiver is marked “SAVAGE”. The receiver is serial matched to the barrels. The butt-pad has Pachmayr markings.
The Model 330 is marked “SAVAGE”, “SAVAGE ARMS / WESTFIELD, MASS.” and “MODEL 330” on the left side of the top barrel’s chamber. The left side of the bottom barrel’s chamber is marked with the serial number “32282V”, “20/75 GA” and “(M) / (IC)”. The right side of the top barrel’s chamber is marked “PROOF TESTED 20GA. 3” CHAMBER / MADE BY VALMET Oy FINLAND”. The forend hinge has decorative markings. The receiver has decorative markings. The bottom of the receiver is marked “SAVAGE”. The receiver is serial matched to the barrels. The butt-plate has a Savage Arms marking.
Barrel Length: The 333-T is 30”, The 330 is 26”
Choke: The 333-T is choked Full above Improved Modified. The 330 is choked Modified above Improved Cylinder. The chokes are fixed.
Weight: The 333-T weighs 7 Pounds and 15.2 Ounces; The 330 weighs 6 Pounds and 8.2 Ounces.
Sights/ Optics: The 333-T has a serrated ventilated rib with a fixed red fiber-optic rod by the muzzle and a metallic bead half-way down the rib. The 330 has a metallic bead fixed to a raised base by the muzzle.
Stock Configuration & Condition/ Grip: The 333-T has a detachable checkered forend, a checkered semi-pistol grip, a fluted Monte Carlo comb and an aftermarket black rubber Pachmayr butt-pad. The stocks have a few light handling marks, nicks and scuffs. Notably, there are two small light cracks at the bottom tang, one that originates on the left side and the other on the right. The checkering remains sharp. The LOP is 14.5” from the trigger to the rear end of the butt-pad. The drops are approximately 1.25” at the comb, 1.30” at the rear end of the cheek piece and 2.25” at the heel. The butt-pad has moderate-heavy handling wear. Overall, the stocks are in Very Good condition.
The 330 has a detachable checkered forend, a checkered semi-pistol grip, a fluted straight comb and an black hard rubber butt-plate. The stocks have some light handling marks, nicks and scuffs. Notably, there is a small nick on the left side of the forend and a few scattered light handling marks on the butt. The checkering remains sharp. The LOP is 14.5” from the trigger to the rear end of the butt-pad. The drops are approximately 1.75” at the comb and 2.25” at the heel. The butt-pad has some light handling wear and brown discoloration. Overall, the stocks are in Very Good condition.
Type of Finish: Blue on both shotguns
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bores on the 333-T are bright and have no erosion. The bores on the 330 are bright and have no erosion.
Overall Condition: The 333-T retains about 90% of its metal finish. There are some light handling marks, nicks and scuffs. Notably, there is some finish loss at the rear end of the trigger guard, finish loss along the leading edges in addition to general handling marks on the barrels and receiver from the forend. Also, the leading edges of the rib have finish loss. The markings remain clear. The screwheads have light tool-marks but they remain serviceable. Overall, the shotgun is in Very Good condition.
The 330 retains about 90% of its metal finish. There are some light handling marks, nicks and scuffs. Notably, there is a scratch on the left side of the receiver and a nick on the right side of the bottom barrel, just ahead of the forend. The markings remain clear. The screwheads have light tool-marks and remain serviceable. Overall, the shotgun is in Very Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly on both shotguns. The barrels on both guns lock with no play. The shotguns both have a single trigger with a barrel selector button. As with all previously owned firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box Paperwork and Accessories: The shotguns come in a black plastic Negrini case that holds both of them nicely. The case is lined with red colored padding and has a slot for each gun. The case has some light handling wear, but it remains in Fine condition.
Our Assessment: This is a set of Valmet Oy manufactured over/under shotguns which were made under contract for Savage Arms. Valmet is a Finnish company whose origins can be traced back to the late 18th century. The iteration of the company that manufactured these shotguns was created in 1946 when a number of Finnish state owned metal workshops were merged to form the Valtion Metallitehtaat (State Metalworks), among its early projects was the manufacture of items that served as war reparations to the Soviet Union after WWII. In 1951 the company became Valmet Oy and a diverse selection of items including these shotguns. The company was never specialized as an arms manufacturer but the shotgun’s manufactured by the company were produced to a high standard. These shotguns both have some light handling marks, but they remain both aesthetically pleasing and mechanically sound. The pair is especially nice because they have different gauges (12 and 20 gauge) and chokes, thus you can use them in a variety of situations. They should prove a worthy addition to any collection. Good luck on your bid!