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J.P. SAUER & SOHN MODEL VIII SXS SHOTGUN.

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:350.00 USD Estimated At:700.00 - 1,000.00 USD
J.P. SAUER & SOHN MODEL VIII SXS SHOTGUN.

Cal. 20 Ga., 2 3/4". S# 25133 (11/54 = Nov. 1954). The 26" bbls. are stamped w/ maker’s name, steel information & “MADE IN GERMANY”. Bbl. flats are stamped w/ "11 54" German nitro proofs along w/ Mod. & Mod. choke proofs. Case hardened boxlock action w/ automatic safety & dbl. triggers. Action is roll engraved w/ geometric pattern & vine type scroll showing "J.P. SAUER & SOHN" in banner. "Original Sauer" markings are on triggerplate. Top lever & triggerguard are blued & engraved w/ scroll & borders. European walnut capped pistol grip buttstock w/ cheekpiece has LOP: 14 1/4" over J. P. Sauer buttplate. Point pattern checkering on stock & forearm; forearm has matching numbered iron. underside of bbl. & toeline of buttstock has sling swivel. CONDITION: Good plus blue has considerable peppery oxidation throughout w/ minimal finish wear. Good visible case colors w/ pinprick oxidation & finish wear notable in carry areas. Very good stock finish w/ light impression in checkering. Buttplate has large chip at heel. Very good shiny bores w/ 1 small dent in left bore. (22-5430/MD). CURIO. $700-1,000.