Factory Engraved and Gold Inlaid Winchester 20 Gauge Model 23 Classic Double Barrel Shotgun with Case

A refined Winchester shotgun introduced in 1978, this example offers strong collector appeal with its blued Winchester Proof steel barrels, tasteful engraving, gold inlaid game scene, attractive figured wood, and included Winchester case.

• Introduced in 1978, adding period-correct appeal for Winchester collectors
• Built with blued Winchester Proof steel barrels, a respected feature associated with Winchester quality and durability
• Vent rib sighting system:
  • Dual white bead sights
  • Ventilated rib for a clean sight picture
• Chambering and barrel features:
  • 3 inch chambers
  • Ejectors for automatic shell extraction
  • Chokes marked Improved Cylinder / Modified, a versatile field and sporting combination
• Blued action with decorative factory-style engraving:
  • Floral scroll engraving on the sides
  • Panel scene on the bottom
  • Gold inlaid pheasant cock, adding desirable visual and collectible appeal
• Controls and operation:
  • Single trigger
  • Automatic tang safety/selector, conveniently located on top of the grip area and used to select the firing barrel
• Stock and forend:
  • Attractively figured wood
  • Multi-point checkered forend for both appearance and grip
  • Engraved forend iron
  • Black forend tip
  • Pistol grip stock
  • Steel grip cap
  • Stock oval
  • Winchester recoil pad
• Included accessory:
  • Winchester case
• Stock measurements:
  • Drop at comb: 1 5/16 inches
  • Drop at heel: 2 3/16 inches
  • Length of pull: 14 1/2 inches
  • Weight: 7 lbs. 1 oz.

With its engraved blued action, gold inlaid pheasant scene, quality Winchester Proof steel barrels, attractive figured furniture, and matching Winchester case, this shotgun presents as a handsome and desirable collectible for Winchester enthusiasts.