Winchester Pigeon Grade XTR Skeet 28” 28 Gauge 2.75” Over Under Shotgun

SOLD FOR: $2,100.00

LSB#: LSB250902JM036

Make: Winchester

Model: Pigeon Grade XTR

Serial Number: PK269574, all serialized parts match. 

Year of Manufacture: Late 1970s-Mid 1980s. 

Gauge: 28 Gauge, 2.75” Shells

Action Type: Top-Break Over/Under Shotgun with Single Selective mechanical Trigger and Ejectors. The safety does not automatically re-set. 

Barrel Length: 28” with Vent-Rib.

Choke: Fixed Skeet over Skeet chokes. 

Sights / Optics: There is a white bead in a base at the front of the rib and a smaller white mid-bead. The rib is finely serrated for glare reduction.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The furniture set is a two-piece checkered walnut with semi-beavertail forend with finger shelf. The stock is a semi-pistol grip, with checkered cheeks, fluted straight comb and black plastic butt plate. The length of pull is 14”. The drop at comb is 1.5” the drop at heel is 2.5”. The shotgun weighs 6lbs 13OZ. The cast is neutral. The forend shows some minor scattered compressions. The stock shows scattered surface level lines and small compressions. The butt plate shows some light compressions and surface level lines. The comb has a notable line. There are no visible chips. There is a very small crack forming at the rear point of the upper tang. There is some minor discoloration on the forend iron in the recess for the take down tab.  Overall the wood is in Very Good+ condition.

Type of Finish: Blue & Coin

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bores are mirror bright and show no erosion. There are some barely visible lines from use with no visible plastic fouling in the forcing cones. In this writer’s opinion the bores rate 10/10.   

Overall Condition: This shotgun retains about 97% of its metal finish. The barrels have minor rub wear from the forend, concealed when assembled. The action shows minor operational wear again concealed when assembled. Both sides of the barrel set show minor finish thinning at the outermost edges. The most notable area is on the upper barrel at the chamber on both sides. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this shotgun is in about Very Good+ condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly including ejectors. The barrels lock up with no play. The safety does not return to safe when the action is opened, but functions 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 Pigeon Grade XTR Skeet in 28 gauge is a refined and desirable sub-gauge over/under, built with 28-inch barrels, 2.75-inch chambers, and a single selective mechanical trigger. As an upgraded version of the standard Pigeon Grade, this XTR model features enhanced engraving that adds depth and visual appeal, complementing the gun’s clean lines and balanced handling. The 28-gauge configuration gives it the smooth, effortless swing and light recoil that sub gauge skeet shooters appreciate, making it both practical on the field and highly collectible.

The walnut furniture is equally well executed, with a semi-beavertail forend for secure control and a semi-pistol-grip stock that offers a natural, comfortable mount. Together, these features give the shotgun classic Winchester character with the added elegance of the Pigeon Grade enhancements. As a small-bore XTR Skeet model, it represents an ideal blend of beauty, handling, and craftsmanship, offering both functional performance and strong appeal for shooters who appreciate premium Winchester over/unders. To better understand this shotgun please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.