Winchester Model 21 16 Gauge **REDUCED PRICE**
Guns International #: 100528724 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Winchester Shotguns - Model 21 - Shotguns - American Double
Seller's Information
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Seller: Vintage Firearms, Inc
Company: Vintage Firearms, Inc.
Member Since: 5/19/07
First Name: jay
Last Name: shachter
State: Michigan
Zip: 49546
Country: United States
Phone: (616) 292-6240
Phone2: (616) 608-4337
Fax: (616) 608-4701
Platinum Seller
Number of Active Listings: 171
Total Number of Listings: 5121
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
3 days
Payment Types Accepted: credit card, check, certified funds, wire transfer (Advertised price represents the 3% cash discount price. Actual price if paid by credit card is 3% higher cost.)
Description:
Winchester Model 21 16 Gauge **REDUCED PRICE**
sn24527 - PIGEON, 21-6 ENGRAVED, FACTORY LETTER, CASED
In the world of engraved Model 21's, the factory letter is everything. Collectors, investors, and savvy shooters know a properly documented M21 has lasting value. The more rare a gun and its features, the more desirable it will be in the future. This gun, sn24527 built in 1950, was factory engraved by John Kusmit in the 21-6 pattern, and is one of the very few ever made in 16ga., with a ventilated rib no less! The letter from Cody Firearms Museum is detailed, and the gun is configured just like it shipped. If you study the letter closely you will see the stock was changed out at the owners request in the last week before delivery. The stock on the gun is original to the gun. The gun shipped with a Winchester pad. This pad is an original Winchester pad replaced at a later date. What an opportunity to own Winchester's finest in a rare a beautiful configuration.
General Specifications
Winchester, 1951, 16 Gauge, 7 lb 3 oz, Serial Number 24527
Barrels
Barrel Length: 28"
Chokes: .007/.029 IC/F
Bores: mirror
Bore Diameter: 0.667
Wall Thickness: .023/.025
% Blue: 100% rust blue
Chambers: 2 3/4"
Ribs: vented rib, tight
Sights: double silver
Action
Action: tight centered
Ejectors or Extractors: ejectors, timed
Case Color: 100% restored
Screws: perfect
Engraving: 21-6 engrave, John Kusmit
Trigger Type: single selective trigger, crisp
Trigger Guard Color: 100% reblue
Stock
Type: capped pistol grip/beavertail deluxe
LOP: 13 7/8"
LOP To End Of Wood: 13"
DAH: 2 1/2"
DAC: 1 7/16"
Cast: 3/16" on
Checkering Condition: excellent
Butt Treatment: factory pad
The 28" barrels are choked IC/F (.008/.029), mirror bores, 2 3/4" chambers, bore diameter .667, minimum wall thickness 23 thou right, 25 thou left, 100% rust blue, VENTILATED RIB tight, double silver beads, clear sharp engraving wedge at breech, barrels tight on breech face and hinge, jeweled barrel flats and lug, all excellent!
The receiver has been perfectly restored to 100% proper blue,with clear 21-6 engraving by famed Winchester engraver John Kusmit (Ulrich died in 1949, and Nick Kusmit began his apprenticeship in 1950, not doing any 21-6 work until the late 1950's, leaving John Kusmit as the only possible engraver doing the high grade guns), crisp SST breaking at 3.5lbs. right, 4.5lbs. left, action tight with lever centered, ejectors strong and perfectly timed, all lettering crisp and clear, perfect screws, trigger guard fully engraved and 100% blue, action stripped, inspected, cleaned and properly lubricated for another 50 years of service, all in perfect mechanical condition.
The Deluxe Grade wood is all factory, with nice figure, no cracks or repairs, Deluxe style checkering pattern, perfect checkering, excellent wood to metal fit, blank gold shield in belly of stock (per letter), 13 7/8" LOP to vintage Winchester pad, 13" LOP TO END OF WOOD (letter calls for leather faced pad and 13 1/2" LOP, but also notes customer did not like stock and it was changed out before delivery, explaining slight differences. 95% remaining oil finish, 2 1/2" drop at heel, 1 7/16" drop at comb, neutral cast, (can be bent to your specs within 21 days of purchase for about $200), all in great condition.
This is a rare and desirable Model 21. You will not likely see another offered for decades, if ever. With field chokes (rather than the common WS1/WS2), 28" vent rib barrels, and 16ga. bore, it is everything in the world of Model 21 engraved guns. Cased in a fine leather case with accessories, this is a great investment vehicle that will be a pleasure to own and shoot as it increases in value.
There are more photos upon request. We offer a 30 day mechanical warranty on this fine shotgun. PLEASE SEE MY OTHER FINE VINTAGE FIREARMS. Just open one of my ads and click on the line that says “see all items from this seller” and a very nice list of fine sporting and collectible arms will appear. I have many more fine sxs shotguns not yet listed. Thanks for looking!
We employ a full time gunsmith on premises and can perform alterations to suit your needs within a few weeks of purchase.
Payment Methods: Money Order, Certified Check, Personal Check, Wire Transfer
Inspection Period / Return Policy: Three Days from the date the item was received.
Sales Tax: 6% Michigan Only
Shipping: Ground $140.00 We ship internationally!
Item Condition: Used
Requires FFL?: Yes
If you have any questions about this item or payment, please email me directly at #616-292-6240. Thanks! Vintage Firearms Inc
SOLD
Curio/Relic: Yes