SKB 385 28" Vent-Rib 12 GA SXS Side by Side Shotgun & Chokes, 1996-2004

SKB 385 28″ Vent-Rib 12 GA SXS Side by Side Shotgun & Chokes, 1996-2004

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SOLD FOR: $1,305.00

LSB#: LSB250622CH007

Make: SKB Arms Company

Model: 385

Serial Number: NS42426

Year of Manufacture: 1996-2004

Caliber: 12 Gauge, 2 3/4” & 3″ Shells

Action Type: Top Lever Break Action Side by Side Double Barrel Shotgun with Inertial Single Selective Trigger and Ejectors

Barrel Length: 28”, Vent-Rib, Ported

Choke: Both barrels are threaded. We are not certain of the thread pattern. The installed chokes are Hevi-Shot Extended Range and Medium Range, extended and ported. Also included are Modified, Improved Modified, Improved Cylinder, Skeet (x2) and Cylinder.

Sights/Optics: There is a white bead in a base fixed to the front of the barrel rib and a smaller silver-colored mid-bead. The top of the rib is textured to reduce glare.

Weight: 7 lb., 12.4 oz.

Stock Configuration and Condition: The stocks are two-piece checkered walnut with beavertail forend, capped pistol grip, straight comb, and a black rubber Old English buttpad. There are a few light nicks and small scratches. The checkering is well-defined. There are no chips or cracks. The drop at comb is 1 3/4”, the drop at heel is 2 3/4”. The cast is about neutral. The LOP measures 14 1/8” from the front of the trigger to the back of the pad, 13 5/8” to the wood. The pad has light wear. Overall, the stocks rate in Very Good-Fine condition.

Type of Finish: Blue Barrel Assembly with Silver Nitride Receiver and Forend Iron

Finish Originality: Original. We are not certain if the ports are factory.

Bore Condition: Both bores are bright and there is no erosion. In this writer’s opinion, the bores rate 10/10.

Overall Condition: This shotgun retains about 96% of its metal finish. There are a few scattered minor nicks and small scratches. There are spots of black residue on the left barrel over the rear of the forend. The action shows light operational wear. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this shotgun rates in Fine condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The lock up is tight with no play. We have not fired this shotgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your standards.

Box, Paperwork, and Accessories: This shotgun comes with the additional chokes in an SKB zipper case.

Our Assessment: This is certainly a beautiful looking shotgun and with the legendary SKB name, it probably shoots as well as it looks. It is an easy gun to shoulder and comes right up with your head down on the stock. This should prove to be a fine hunting or clays shotgun. The gun is in Fine condition with wear consistent with light use, great bores and strong mechanics. The gun locks up like a bank vault and is sure to bring a lifetime’s more shooting enjoyment, especially with the extensive suite of included chokes. Please see our photos and good luck!

Please forgive any typos, I was educated in California. -Bud

SKB 385 28" Vent-Rib 12 GA SXS Side by Side Shotgun & Chokes, 1996-2004
SKB 385 28″ Vent-Rib 12 GA SXS Side by Side Shotgun & Chokes, 1996-2004