Lot 1029: Browning Lightning Superposed Shotgun Attributed to Gen Joe Foss
Factory Engraved Belgian Browning Lightning Superposed Shotgun Attributed to World War II Ace General Joe Foss
Auction Location: Bedford, TX
Auction Date: October 4, 2024
Lot 1029: Browning Lightning Superposed Shotgun Attributed to Gen Joe Foss
Factory Engraved Belgian Browning Lightning Superposed Shotgun Attributed to World War II Ace General Joe Foss
Auction Location: Bedford, TX
Auction Date: October 4, 2024
Estimated Price: $3,000 - $4,500
Price Realized:
Factory Engraved Belgian Browning Lightning Superposed Shotgun Attributed to World War II Ace General Joe Foss
Manufacturer: Fabrique Nationale
Model: Superposed
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 30 inch vent rib
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2116
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number: 
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: Shiny - Very little wear
Description:
Manufactured in 1965. Left side of the action inlaid with "Joe Foss" in silver script. Joseph Jacob Foss was an American Marine Corp pilot and the most successful American ace of World War II and received the Medal of Honor for his exploits before going on to serve as a Brigadier General in the Air National Guard, Governor of South Dakota, as well as being the President of the NRA. Another gun attributed to Foss is available in the previous lot. Chambers marked 2 3/4", choke marked modified/full, and 14 1/2" LOP.
Rating Definition:
Excellent, original finish with minor handling evidence. The wood has a few scratches and some crazing in the varnish. Mechanically excellent.
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