Gun Collectors Dream Auction #88 December 5th & 6th
Lot 1044:
Description
This Maverick Arms Model 88 pump-action shotgun is chambered for 12 gauge and configured as an all-purpose field firearm. It features a 28-inch barrel equipped with a ventilated rib and a dual bead sighting system, including a brass mid-bead and a white front bead. The barrel is further enhanced by the Mossberg Accu-Choke system, and this lot includes a total of three screw-in choke tubes marked Full, Modified, and Improved Cylinder (one installed), along with a Mossberg 500 Ulti-Mag choke tube wrench. The shotgun is built with a black synthetic textured polymer stock and forearm, featuring a rubber recoil pad embossed with the Mossberg name. Key markings include the manufacturer and model data on the underside of the receiver: MAVERICK ARMS, EAGLE PASS, TX, 12 GA. MODEL 88. The serial number MV0227769 is stamped on the lower right side of the receiver. Barrel markings specify WARNING BEFORE USE READ OWNER’S MANUAL… EAGLE PASS TX U.S.A. 78852 and CHAMBERED FOR 2 3/4 AND 3 IN. SHELLS — 12 GA. — 28 IN. ACCU-CHOKE. A P proof mark inside a circle is visible on the barrel near the receiver. Note – All firearms require a federal 4473 background check.
Condition report:
The metal components retain a strong blued finish with minor mechanical wear visible on the action bars from standard operation. The black synthetic furniture is in good condition, showing only light handling marks, including a small white surface mark on the left side of the buttstock. The bore is bright and the pump action appears to function correctly when cycled. The rubber recoil pad is intact with light surface soil.
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