SKB Arms Japan Model 885 SKEET 28″ 28 Gauge 2.75″ Over Under Shotgun
SOLD FOR: $2,634.00
LSB#: LSB260128MC017
Make: SKB, Imported by G.U. INC Nebraska
Model: 885 SKEET
Serial Number: NS85483
Year of Manufacture: Modern post 1994
Gauge: 28 Gauge, 2.75” Shells
Action Type: Top-Break Over Under with Single Selective Mechanical Trigger and ejectors. The safety does not automatically reset. The barrel selector is incorporated into the trigger.
Markings: The left of the top barrel is marked “MODEL 885 28GA 2-3/4″ CHAMBER PROOF TESTED / MADE BY NEW SKB ARMS COMPANY JAPAN”. The left of the monoblock is marked “Z 745” and the right is marked “C / C”. The bottom of the monoblock is marked “U N8888C NS85483”. The left side of the bottom barrel “G.U. INC OMAHA NE”. The bottom of the receiver is marked “NS 85483 SKB SKEET”. The forend iron is marked “NS 85483”.
Barrel Length: 28” Vent Rib
Choke: Threaded for SKB interchangeable chokes. Currently installed with extended SKB chokes Improved Cylinder over Skeet. Also includes flush Modified and Full. Four chokes total.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a small white bead there also a small silver mid bead. The rib is finely checkered to reduce glare.
Weight: 7lbs 6oz.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The furniture set includes a two piece high gloss checkered Walnut set. The forend is a full finger shelf forend. The stock has a capped semi-pistol grip with a fluted straight comb and vented rubber butt pad. The length of pull is 13.75”, the cast is essentially neutral, the drop at comb is 1.5” and the drop at heel is 2”. The wood shows very few light scattered compressions, scratches and surface level lines. There is a notable marr on the left side of the flank of the stock. There are no cracks or chips in the wood. There is a small chip in the gloss finish on the left side of the nose of the forend. The gloss finish shows some faint crazing. The butt pad is pliable and shows only minor rub wear. Overall the furniture set is in Very Good-Very Good+ condition.
Type of Finish: Blued barrels, coin receiver, gold toned trigger.
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The smooth bores are bright and there is no erosion present. There are no visible lines from use or plastic fouling in the forcing cones. If this shotgun has been fired outside of factory testing it appears to have been very little. In this writer’s opinion the bores rate 10/10.
Overall Condition: This shotgun retains about 99% of its metal finish. The barrel set shows minor scattered marks with some rub wear from the forend that is hidden when the shotgun is assembled. The markings are clear and the screw heads are sharp. Overall this shotgun is in about Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly including ejectors. The lockup is tight. We have not fired this shotgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Four total chokes.
Our Assessment: This SKB Model 885 Skeet is a 28 gauge over/under featuring 28-inch barrels threaded for interchangeable choke tubes. Built during the era when SKB of Japan was well regarded for producing durable and finely fitted sporting shotguns, the 885 Skeet combines competition-ready features with upscale finish details. The coin-finished engraved receiver is decorated with game scenes depicting a duck and a pheasant, while the gold-toned trigger incorporates the barrel selector, a distinctive and practical design feature.
The shotgun is fitted with high-grade walnut furniture finished in a high-gloss sheen, giving it an especially refined appearance. This example appears to have seen very little, if any, use, with bores being in exceptional condition. Overall, it represents a particularly attractive and well-preserved small-bore SKB, offering desirable 28 gauge handling qualities along with premium cosmetic and mechanical features. Please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.