December 6-8, 2023 Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/7/2023
High-condition Winchester Model 23 made by Olin-Kodensha in Japan for Winchester Repeating Arms Company circa 1980. 28" blued fluid Winchester Proof Steel barrels with ventilated rib marked with "PIGEON GRADE", Winchester address, model designation, twin bead sights, and ejectors with 3" chambers. Barrel flats marked "FULL" and "MOD". Polished floral engraved boxlock receiver marked "WINCHESTER" with single selective trigger and top tang safety barrel selector. Standard checkered walnut round knob pistol grip configuration stock with beavertail forearm with latch release, and serrated hard rubber buttplate. CONDITION: 98% barrel blue with light handling marks. 98% vivid action finish with good screws. 98% varnish. There are small handling marks and dings overall, with significant remaining checkering. Good bore and crisp mechanics.