Winchester Model 1901 10 Gauge 32″ Lever Action Full Choke Shotgun, MFD 1907 C&R Improved 1887

SOLD FOR $2,375.00
LSB#: 180508SH27

Make: Winchester Repeating Arms

Model: 1901

Serial Number: 67549

Year of Manufacture: 1907

Caliber: 10 Gauge, 2 7/8”

Action Type: Lever Action Tubular Magazine Fed Shotgun

Markings: The top of the barrel is marked “MANUFACTURED BY THE WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. / NEW HAVEN, CONN. U.S.A.PAT. FEB.16, 86, JULY 20, 86. DEC. 14. 86. AUG. 31.97.”, “MODEL 1901 10 GA.”, and at the receiver on the left with “FULL”. The underside of the receiver is marked “67549” and the left side of the receiver has the “WRA Co” logo. The top tang of the receiver is marked “REG. IN U.S. PAT. OFF. / -WINCHESTER- / -TRADE MARK-“.

Barrel Length: 32”

Choke: Full (0.742″)

Sights / Optics: The shotgun is mounted with a brass bead front sight.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are smooth walnut with a pistol grip, checkered metal butt plate and a two piece forearm. The forend has some bruises on the left panel with only light marks on the right. The finish is thinning throughout the forend. The buttstock has discoloration at the rear consistent with a slip-on or tie-on pad or cover and scattered light marks. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 12 2/4” from the front of the trigger to the rear of the butt plate. The plate has worn through the finish in the raised portion but still has finish remaining in the checkering which is still well-defined, almost sharp. The plate is in about Very Good condition. The stocks rate in about Very Good overall condition.

Type of Finish: Blue

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright. There does not appear to be any erosion though there is some stubborn fouling which should clear out with a patient cleaning.

Overall Condition: This shotgun retains about 80% of its metal finish. Finish is thinning at all edges. The barrel has scattered light wear with several scattered light marks. The magazine tube has scattered light wear, moreso near the rear. The receiver has scattered light wear and a vertical scratch on the right side above the lever pin. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this shotgun rates in about Very Good-plus condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this shotgun. As with all used fierarms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None

Our Assessment: The Winchester Model 1901 was an improved version of the Model 1887 made only in 10 gauge. In its day it was largely considered a “goose” gun and popular with some of the commercial hunters. Today it is more of a curiosity, only about 13,500 were manufactured before Winchester discontinued the lever action in favor of the slide or pump action repeating shotgun. It was designed to shoot 2 7/8” 10 gauge smokeless shells. As a Winchester, a lever action shotgun, and a model which was not produced in great numbers, this piece has a great deal of collector value, especially with so much of its original finish and its nice bore. Please see our photos and good luck!

CA Legal or CA Private Party Transferable: This shotgun can be transferred in California and is C&R eligible.