Lot 1182:
Smith & Wesson Model 1000 Semi-Automatic Shotgun 12 Gauge with 25.5 Inch Barrel
Description
This Smith & Wesson Model 1000 is a gas-operated semi-automatic shotgun chambered for 12-gauge 2-3/4 inch shells. The firearm features a 25.5-inch blued steel barrel equipped with a ventilated rib and a single brass bead front sight. The barrel is factory marked with an Improved Cylinder choke designation. The black-finished receiver displays decorative scroll engraving on both the left and right sides. The furniture consists of a gloss-finished walnut stock and forend with checkered gripping surfaces. The stock is fitted with a black plastic grip cap and a black plastic buttplate, both featuring the Smith & Wesson monogram. Manufacturer markings on the left side of the barrel read SMITH & WESSON – SPRINGFIELD, MASS. / PAT. PENDING – PROOF TESTED. The right side of the barrel is marked 12GA. 2-3/4 CHAMBER / IMP. CYL. / MFG IN JAPAN TO S&W SPEC. The right side of the receiver is marked SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1000 and the serial number is FS81545. Note – All firearms require a federal 4473 background check.
Condition report:
The metal surfaces show moderate wear consistent with field use, including various scratches, minor surface oxidation, and areas of light pitting on the barrel and receiver. The wooden stock and forend exhibit numerous scratches, dings, and impressions in the gloss finish, with some thinning of the finish at the high points and edges of the checkering. The bore is bright with some light fouling present. The mechanical action appears to function correctly when cycled by hand; however, the firearm has not been test-fired.
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