Engraved Winchester Class B SXS Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun Antique
SOLD FOR: $2,035.00
WOA#: WY240611RD050
Make: Winchester, European Import
Model: Class B SXS hammer
Serial Number: 1158
Year of Manufacture: 1879-1884
Caliber: 10 Gauge
Action Type: Double Barrel SxS Top Break Shotgun with Extractors
Barrel Length: 30”
Choke: Fixed
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a bead fixed to the rib above the muzzles.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two-piece checkered walnut featuring semi-pistol round bottom grip, straight comb,steel buttplate and a checkered splinter foregrip. The LOP measures 13 1/2” and 14 1/2” from the fronts of the triggers to the back of the buttplate, and 13 1/4” and 14 1/4” to the buttplate. The cast is right handed. There are some light handling marks, the checkering is crisp. There are light compression marks and scratches throughout. The stocks are in Fine overall condition.
Type of Finish: Case colored
Finish Originality: Refinished
Bore Condition: The bore is gray. There is moderate erosion. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 7/10.
Overall Condition: This shotgun retains about 99% of its metal refinish. The balance of the finish shows no notable wear or damage, just some light handling marks. The screw heads tool marks with serviceable slots. The markings range from not readable to fair. Overall, this shotgun is in fine condition as a refinish.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The barrel lockup is tight with no play to the receiver. We did not fire this firearm. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None.
Our Assessment:This shotgun was one of the first shotguns to bear the Winchester Repeating Arms Co.name, and were imported from England where they were produced in five grades, ranging from “D” at the lowest, up through “A”, and finally to “Match Grade” for the finest guns. “Class B” guns were in the middle of the five grades. Approximately 10,000 of these side-by-side shotguns were imported by Winchester circa 1879-1884. This shotgun not only serves as a functional hunting tool but also as a collector’s piece that reflects a fascinating cross-cultural collaboration in firearm production. Please see our photos and good luck in your bidding! – C.M.