Winchester Model 101 Field 26.5” 20 GA 3″ Fixed MOD Over IC O/U Shotgun
SOLD FOR: $1,310.00
LSB#: LSB260502MV005
Make: Winchester
Model: 101
Serial Number: K230196
Year of Manufacture: CA. 1970s
Gauge: 20 Gauge, 2.75” and 3” Shells
Action Type: Top-Break Over/Under Shotgun with Single Selective Trigger (Mechanical) and Ejectors. The safety does not automatically reset.
Markings: The left side of the top barrel is marked “MODEL 101 – WINCHESTER – 20 GAUGE-2 3/4” & 3” MADE IN JAPAN”. The left of the monoblock top barrel is marked “MOD”, the bottom “IMP.CYLD” and each with an ovalled “WP” proof. The bottom of the bottom barrel is marked “WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL”. The bottom of the monoblock is marked “PB / 230196”. The top of the forend iron is marked “230196”, the inside of the forend is marked “230196”. The top tang is marked “K230196” and “S U O”. The bottom of the receiver “OlinKodensha CO.LTD”.
Barrel Length: 26.5” With Ventilated Rib.
Choke: Fixed Choke barrels Modified over Improved Cylinder.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a brass bead. There is no mid bead. The top of the rib is finely checkered for reducing glare.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The furniture set is a two-piece checkered walnut with full length finger shelf forend, fluted straight comb, capped semi-pistol grip and Pachmayr whiteline butt pad. The LOP measures 14.25?. The cast is essentially neutral. The drop at comb is 1.5” the drop at heel is 2.5”. The shotgun weighs 6 lbs 13 oz. The cap shows surface rust. The butt pad is semi rigid and is showing white oxidation with some rub wear around the edges. The wood shows scattered minor compressions, lines, and scratches, There are no chips or cracks. Overall the furniture set is in Good-Good+ condition
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The smooth bores are very bright with no erosion or pitting. There are visible lines from use with minor plastic fouling in the forcing cones. In this writer’s opinion the bores rate 9/10.
Overall Condition: This shotgun retains about 95% of its metal finish. The bottom of the receiver, lower tang, and trigger show finish loss. The barrels show some rub wear from the forend that is mostly concealed when assembled. The barrels also show some minor scattered marks. The upper tang shows some surface rust freckles and rub wear from the safety. The tang lever shows some surface rust freckles. The bottom of the forend iron shows surface rust freckles. The inside of the action shows some minor rub wear from use. The action is smooth, the markings are clear, and the screw heads are sharp. Overall this shotgun is in Good-Good+ condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The barrels lock up to the receiver with no play. The safety does not engage automatically when the action is opened, and does function properly when engaged manually. 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 Winchester Model 101 Field was manufactured during the 1970s by Olin-Kodensha and is a classic 20-gauge over-under renowned for its quality, reliability, and graceful handling. It features 26.5-inch barrels with 3-inch chambers and fixed Modified and Improved Cylinder chokes, an ideal combination for upland hunting or sporting clays. The Improved Cylinder barrel excels on close flushing birds, while the Modified barrel offers tighter patterns for longer crossing shots, giving the shooter excellent versatility without the need for interchangeable choke tubes. The shotgun is equipped with a single selective mechanical trigger, providing crisp and reliable operation regardless of barrel firing order.
The shotgun is stocked with attractive walnut furniture featuring a full finger-shelf forend and a capped semi-pistol grip stock that offers both classic styling and a comfortable, secure hold. The Model 101 earned its reputation as one of the finest production over-under shotguns of its era thanks to its strong action, excellent balance, and superb Japanese craftsmanship. Whether carried through the uplands in pursuit of pheasants and quail or broken open on the sporting clays course, this 1970s Winchester 101 Field remains a timeless sporting shotgun that continues to perform as well today as it did when it left the factory. Please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.