Winchester Model 101 Skeet 26.5″ 20 GA O/U Over Under Shotgun 1970 C&R
SOLD FOR: $2,025.00
LSB#: WY250106SD003
Make: Winchester
Model: 101 Skeet
Serial Number: K222972
Year of Manufacture: CA. 1970
Gauge: 20 Gauge, 2 ¾” and 3” Shells
Action Type: Top-Break Over/Under Shotgun with Single Selective Trigger (mechanical) and Ejectors
Markings: The left side of the top barrel is marked “MODEL 101 – WINCHESTER – 20 GAUGE – 2 ¾” & 3” / MADE IN JAPAN”. The right side of the top barrel is marked “WINCHESTER”. Under the forend, the left of the top barrel is marked “SKEET”, the bottom “SKEET” 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 “P B 22972” and “20-3”. Just in front of the right side of the mono block is marked “H88 / H75” The top of the forend iron is marked “222972”, and again the number is stamped on the wood inside of the forend. The top tang is marked “K222972”. The receiver, trigger guard, exposed portions of the forend iron and the barrel shoulders have decorative scroll and floral engraving. The recoil pad is marked “WHITE LINE PAD BY PACHMAYR XXXXX LOS ANGELES, CALIF. MADE IN U.S.A.”
Barrel Length: 26.5” With Ventilated Rib.
Choke: Fixed SKEET over SKEET.
Sights / Optics: There is a fixed white bead at the front of the rib and a smaller white mid-bead. The top of the rib is finely checkered to reduce glare.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The furniture set is a two-piece checkered walnut with rounded finger shelf forend, fluted straight comb stock with capped semi-pistol grip and black vented rubber Pachmayr buttpad. The LOP measures 14? from the front of the trigger to the back of the recoil pad. The drop at comb is 1.5” and the drop at heel is 2.5”. The cast is slightly right handed. The shotgun weighs 6lbs 10 OZ. The forend shows minor handling wear with a few surface level lines. The stock shows similar wear to the forend with a notable compression on the left side of the wrist, a scratch on the left flank just behind the grip, and a small series of scratches on the face of the grip. The pad has almost no wear, shows some dust in the venting and is still pliable. Overall, the furniture is in about Very Good+ condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bores are very bright. There is no visible erosion. There is some minor plastic fouling present. In this writer’s opinion the bores rate 9/10.
Overall Condition: This shotgun retains about 99% of its metal finish. The shotgun shows some minor handling wear, some finish thinning on the muzzles, and some rub wear on the friction surfaces inside the action. The markings are clear and the screw heads sharp. Overall, this shotgun is in about Very Good + to Excellent 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: The Winchester 101 Skeet, made circa 1970, is a finely crafted over/under shotgun known for its balance, smooth handling, and solid construction. This 20 gauge variant features 26.5 inch barrels, making it a quick-pointing shotgun ideal for skeet shooting and upland hunting. With fixed Skeet/Skeet chokes, it offers a wide and even shot pattern, perfect for hitting fast-moving clay targets at close range. The barrels are constructed with Winchester’s high-quality steel, and the rib provides a clear sighting plane for precise shot placement.
The checkered walnut stock and forend add to the shotgun’s classic aesthetic while providing a comfortable and secure grip. This model is equipped with a single selective mechanical trigger, allowing the shooter to choose which barrel fires first without relying on recoil to reset the mechanism, an advantage in competition or hunting scenarios. The Winchester 101 series is renowned for its durability and craftsmanship, making well maintained examples highly desirable among collectors and shooters alike. Please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.
