Lot 1134:
Iver Johnson Champion Single Shot Break Action Shotgun 12 Gauge with 30 Inch Barrel
Description
This Iver Johnson Champion is a single shot break action shotgun chambered for 12 gauge shells. The firearm is configured with a 30 inch barrel featuring a bead front sight and is specified as having an improved cylinder choke. The metal surfaces of the barrel and receiver display a thinning blued finish transitioned to a brown patina with visible surface oxidation and scattered areas of light pitting. The furniture consists of a smooth wood buttstock and a slim forend showing numerous scratches, dings, and finish wear consistent with utility and age. Notably, the shotgun has been fitted with a non-original black hard rubber buttplate bearing the molded logo of the Ithaca Gun Co. around a central bird. The left side of the receiver is clearly stamped with the manufacturer information: MANUFACTURED BY / IVER JOHNSONS ARMS & CYCLE WORKS / FITCHBURG, MASS. U.S.A. The top of the barrel is further marked IVER JOHNSON PAT. APLD. FOR. The shotgun utilizes a single trigger and a side-mounted opening lever for operation. Note – All firearms require a federal 4473 background check.
Condition report:
The shotgun is in fair overall condition. The barrel and receiver show significant finish thinning and a heavy brown patina with localized surface oxidation and light pitting. The wood stock and forend are structurally sound but exhibit numerous handling marks, impressions, and scratches through the finish. The bore was not inspected. The break-action mechanism appears to function correctly, though it has not been live-fire tested. The Ithaca buttplate is a later replacement and shows some edge wear.
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