SKB Arms Japan Model 800 SKEET Grade 28″ 20 GA 2.75″ Over Under Shotgun
SOLD FOR: $1,350.01
LSB#: LSB260414NH006
Make: SKB, imported by Mitsui & Co.
Model: 800 SKEET Grade
Serial Number: S6800508, all serialized parts match.
Year of Manufacture: 1969-1975
Gauge: 20 Gauge, 2.75” Shells
Action Type: Top-Break Over Under with Single Selective inertial trigger and ejectors. The safety does not automatically reset. The barrel selector is incorporated into the trigger.
Barrel Length: 28” Vent Tramline Rib
Choke: Fixed Skeet over Skeet.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a white bead there also a small silver mid bead. The rib is finely checkered and serrated to reduce glare.
Weight: 6lbs 11oz.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The furniture set includes a two piece high gloss checkered Walnut set. The forend is a round profile forend. The stock has a capped semi-pistol grip with a fluted straight comb and vented rubber butt pad. The length of pull is 14”, the cast is slightly right handed, the drop at comb is 1 3/8ths” and the drop at heel is 2.25”. The wood shows light scattered compressions, scratches and surface level lines. There are several small but notable marrs on the belly of the stock. The top rear edges of the forend show marrs and dents. Both sides also show small cracks forming and the right side shows a small chip. The butt pad is pliable and shows minor rub wear. Overall the furniture set is in about 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 barely visible lines from use and no 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 98% 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 Very Good+-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: None.
Our Assessment: This SKB Model 800 Skeet Grade is an elegant 20 gauge over-under shotgun built specifically with skeet shooting in mind. Featuring 28-inch barrels with fixed Skeet over Skeet chokes and traditional 2.75-inch chambers, this configuration is ideal for the close, fast-moving targets encountered on the skeet field. SKB earned a reputation for producing exceptionally well-made shotguns that offered excellent fit, finish, and reliability, and the Model 800 Skeet Grade stands as one of the company’s finest offerings. The shotgun utilizes a single selective trigger with the barrel selector integrated into the trigger itself, providing intuitive operation while maintaining the clean lines of the receiver.
This example is especially attractive, fitted with beautifully figured checkered walnut furniture finished in a rich high-gloss treatment that highlights the natural character of the wood. The coin-finished receiver is tastefully adorned with scroll engraving, lending the shotgun a refined appearance that complements its sporting purpose. Combining the effortless handling characteristics of a 20 gauge with classic styling and quality Japanese craftsmanship, this Model 800 Skeet Grade is both a highly functional target shotgun and a genuinely beautiful firearm that would be equally at home on the skeet field or in a fine sporting arms collection. Please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.