Make: Iver Johnson

Model: Skeet-er Deluxe

Serial Number: 30076

Year of Manufacture: 1927-1941

Gauge: 20 GA

Action Type: Side by Side, Box Lock, Dual Non-Selective Trigger Shotgun with Tang Safety & Extractor

Barrel Length: 26”

Choke: Both barrels are skeet.

Sights / Optics: This shotgun is mounted with an ivory bead at the muzzle. The top of the center rib is serrated for glare reduction.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two-piece checkered select walnut with a beavertail forend, capped semi-pistol grip, fluted straight comb, and serrated hard rubber Iver Johsnon buttplate with an owl motif. There are a few minor handling marks. The checkering is sharp. There are no chips or cracks The LOP measures 13 1/8" and 14 1/8" from the front of the front triggers to the end of the buttplate, respectively. The stocks rate in about Excellent overall condition.

Type of Finish: Blue

Finish Originality: Original. All serialized parts match.

Bore Condition: The bores are bright. There is no erosion in the bores. There is minor wad fouling. In this writer's opinion the bores each rate 9/10.

Overall Condition: This gun retains about 95% of its metal finish. There are minor scratches here and there, and the muzzles’ finish is thinning. There is light intermittent oxidation. The screwheads are sharp to tool marked with serviceable slots. The markings are clear. This gun rates in about a Fine overall condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The shotgun has dual non-selective triggers, a tang-mounted safety that returns to ‘safe’ when the action is opened and an extractor. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None.

Our Assessment: Iver Johnson produced the Skeeter from 1927 to 1941 with instant success. The company, more known for its utilitarian revolvers and single shot shotguns, had outdone themselves with the fancy American black walnut stocks and overall fit and finish of the model. This shotgun is in Fine condition, with most of its blued finish remaining, bright bores that are free of erosion and beautiful stocks. The action functions correctly, the solid rib and semi-pistol grip gives comfortable, swift sighting and the action has no movement in full lockup. This is a great find for collectors but given its configuration and looks, it will appeal to hobbyists who are into Skeet shooting as well.