Iver Johnson Arms & Cycle Works Skeet-er Skeeter 12ga. 28″ SxS Shotgun C&R
SOLD FOR: $1135
LSB#: 210611TP28
Make: Iver Johnson
Model: Skeet-er
Serial Number: 25510
Year of Manufacture: 1927-1941
Gauge: 12
Action Type: Side by Side, Box Lock, Dual Non-Selective Trigger Shotgun with Tang Safety & Extractor
Markings: The left of the receiver is marked “IVER JOHNSON/SKEET-ER”. The right of the receiver is marked “IVER JOHNSON’S/ARMS & CYCLE WORKS/FITCHBURG MASS.U.S.A.” “SAFE” is marked underneath the automatic safety. The frame underneath the barrel is marked “PATENTED/MAR 16, 1915/APR 27 1915” on the left side and “S/25510” on the right. The underside of the barrel is marked “25510 F” under the left barrel. The inside of the forend is marked “25510”.
Barrel Length: 28”
Choke: Both barrels are skeet.
Sights / Optics: This shotgun is mounted with an ivory bead at the muzzle and another smaller mid bead.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two-piece checkered wood with a round-bottom forened, straight grip, straight comb, and red ventilated rubber Red Head recoil pad. The stocks have minor scratches wear. There are minor scratches on the forend and butt stock. Most notably the butt stock has a series of scratches on the left side. The recoil pad shows light scuffing on the face. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 14” from the front of the front trigger to the end of the recoil pad and 13” from the rear. The stocks rate in about Fine-Excellent overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright. There is no erosion.
Overall Condition: This gun retains about 95% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows light frecklings and oxidation with scuffs along the barrels. There are minor scratches here and there, and the muzzles’ finish is thinning. The receiver and trigger guard likewise have light oxidation and finish thinning. The top rib has a few scratches in it. The screwheads are sharp and the markings are clear. This gun rates in about a Very Good – Fine overall condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The shotgun has dual non-selective triggers, a tang-mounted safety that returns to ‘safe’ when the action is opened and an extractor. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None
Our Assessment: Iver Johnson produced the Skeeter from 1927 to 1941 with instant success. The company, more known for its utilitarian revolvers and single shot shotguns, had outdone themselves with the fancy American black walnut stocks and overall fit and finish of the model. This shotgun is in Fine condition, with most of its blued finish remaining, bright bores that are free of erosion and beautiful stocks. The action functions correctly, the dual bead solid rib and straight wrist give comfortable, swift sighting and the action has no movement in full lockup. This is a great find for collectors but given its configuration and looks, it will appeal to hobbyists who are into Skeet shooting as well. Please see our pictures and good luck.