Gun Collectors Dream Auction #88 December 5th & 6th

Winchester Model 370 Break Action Shotgun 12 Gauge with 30 Inch Barrel

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Start price: $10

Estimated price: $100 - $150

Buyer's Premium: 12%

Description

This Winchester Model 370 is a single-shot break-action shotgun chambered for 12 gauge 2 3/4 and 3-inch shells. It is equipped with a 30-inch barrel featuring a full choke and a front bead sight. The firearm is constructed with a blued steel finish on the barrel and receiver, paired with a smooth wood buttstock and a matching 9-inch wood foregrip. The receiver features a top-lever release and an external hammer for manual cocking. Markings on the left side of the barrel include WINCHESTER ® MODEL 370 12 GA – 2 3/4 & 3 CHAM / FULL CHOKE — WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL / MADE IN CANADA. The underside of the receiver is stamped with the serial number C260162, and two circular proof marks are visible on the top of the frame and barrel breech. The buttstock is finished with a black textured plastic buttplate secured by two screws. Note – All firearms require a federal 4473 background check.


Condition report:

The metal surfaces exhibit a thinning blued finish that has transitioned into a mottled brown patina with scattered surface oxidation and freckling throughout the barrel and receiver. The wood furniture remains solid but shows numerous handling marks, light scratches, and impressions from use. A notable chip is present in the black plastic spacer at the rear of the foregrip on the left side. The bore has not been internally inspected, and the mechanical action appears to function correctly, though it has not been test-fired.