Factory Engraved and Gold Inlaid Winchester 20/28 Gauge Model 23 Double Barrel Shotgun Two Barrel Hunting Set with Case

A highly desirable limited-production Winchester collectible, manufactured circa 1986 and marked “ONE OF 500,” this elegant two-barrel-set shotgun combines fine engraving, gold-inlaid game scenes, premium figured wood, and factory-cased presentation, ideal for collectors seeking rarity, versatility, and strong display appeal.

• Manufactured circa 1986
• Limited-edition marking: “ONE OF 500” on the lower tang, a major collector feature
• Built with blued Winchester Proof steel barrels
• Primary barrel set marked with a “1” at the base of the matted concave solid rib
• Single white bead front sight
• Matted concave solid rib for a classic, glare-reducing sighting plane
• Standard barrel marking
• Wedges of engraving at the breech for added refinement
• 3-inch chambers on barrel set “1”
• Automatic ejectors
• Chokes marked:
  • Improved Cylinder
  • Modified
• Blued action with scroll engraving surrounding relief gold-inlaid game scenes, including:
  • Pigeon on the right side
  • Pheasant cock on the left side
  • John Olin’s famous Labrador, King Buck, with a duck on the underside
• Single trigger for simple, modern handling
• Manual safety/selector
• Beautifully figured beavertail forend with fleur-de-lis checkering
• Forend fitted with engraved blued iron and release
• Pistol grip stock with:
  • Blued grip cap
  • Gold inscription oval
  • Rubber recoil pad
• Includes a second matching barrel set:
  • 25 1/2-inch 28 gauge barrels
  • Marked with a “2” on the rib
  • 2 3/4-inch chambers
  • Chokes marked Improved Cylinder/Modified
• Includes factory leather case, enhancing originality, presentation, and collector value
• Barrel measurements for barrel set “2” / 28 gauge barrels:
  • Bore diameter 9 inches from the breech:
    • Right: .554 inch
    • Left: .555 inch
  • Choke constriction:
    • Right: .007 inch
    • Left: .018 inch
  • Minimum wall thickness:
    • Right: .028 inch
    • Left: .031 inch
• Barrel and stock measurements for barrel set “1”:
  • Bore diameter 9 inches from the breech:
    • Right: .619 inch
    • Left: .619 inch
  • Choke constriction:
    • Right: .010 inch
    • Left: .017 inch
  • Minimum wall thickness:
    • Right: .028 inch
    • Left: .027 inch
  • Drop at comb: 1 7/16 inches
  • Drop at heel: 2 3/8 inches
  • Length of pull: 14 3/16 inches
  • Weight: 6 lbs. 11 oz.

With its “ONE OF 500” limited-edition marking, gold-inlaid game scenes, King Buck tribute, matching 28 gauge barrel set, and factory leather case, this is a standout Winchester collectible with exceptional sporting elegance and long-term desirability.