Savage Arms Corp. 24J-DL .22 Winchester Mag 20 GA Combo Gun, MFD 1972-1989

SOLD FOR: $1101

LSB#: 211002RH01

Make: Savage

Model: 24J-DL

Serial Number: NSN

Year of Manufacture: 1972-1989

Caliber: .22 WMR Magnum over 20 Gauge.

Action Type: Top Lever Break Action Over/Under Combo Gun with Extractor

Markings: The top of the rifle barrel is marked “22 WIN. MAGNUM R. F. ONLY”. The left side of the shotgun barrel is marked “PROOF TESTED 20 GAUGE / —3 INCH CHAMBER—”. The right side of the shotgun barrel is marked “SAVAGE ARMS CORPORATION / WESTFIELD, MASS. U. S. A.”. The right side of the receiver is marked “SAVAGE 24J—DL”.

Barrel Length: 24”

Choke: Improved Modified, Fixed

Sights/Optics: The front sight is a beaded blade dovetailed into the barrel. The rear sight is a u-notch elevator tang sight.

Stock Configuration and Condition: The stocks are two-piece press-checkered wood with checkered black-capped pistol grip and forend, monte-carlo comb, and serrated black hard rubber buttlate. There a few minor handling marks and a few scuffs on the left side near the plate. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 14 3/4” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The buttplate has a few light scuffs near the toe and a few minor nicks in the serrations. Overall, the stocks rate in Very Good-plus condition.

Type of Finish: Blued Barrel Assembly with Coin Receiver and Gold Plated trigger

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: Both barrels are bright, the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in either bore, though a bit of minor stubborn fouling can be seen.

Overall Condition: This shotgun retains about 96% of its metal finish. The barrel assembly has oil build up/residue where the barrels meet along with scattered minor nicks and scuffs. The receiver has a few light nicks mainly on the top. Markings are clear. Screws are lightly tool marked with strong slots. Overall, this rifle/shotgun combo rates in Fine condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The barrel selector is in the hammer. The barrel assembly locks up tight with no play to the frame. We have not fired this rifle/shotgun combo. As with all used firearms, thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your standards.

Box, Paperwork, and Accessories: None.

Our Assessment: The Model 22-410 was introduced in 1938 as a survival gun. The .22 Long Rifle barrel was good for small game/varmint hunting, while the .410 was good for turkey. Not a bad tool to put dinner on the table with! It was produced until 1950 when Savage, after having acquired Stevens, re-branded the gun as the Model 24. This example—the 24J-DL—is in Fine condition, both bores are a little, the lock-up is tight, and mechanically everything is in good working order. This rifle/shotgun combo has been well-taken care of and will last for years to come should the winning bidder treat it just as well. Good luck and happy bidding!