#93 • Winchester Model 98, 10 Gauge Signal Cannon

Part of June Firearms Auction (live auction by Linkous Auction Group)

High bid $1,000.00

Status: Sold

Winchester 10 gauge breech loading signal cannon with blanks. Appears to have been refinished with a matte black finish, some pitting is visible underneath the newer finish. Introduced in 1903, with a 12 inch barrel and marked NOT FOR BALL with the traditional two line Winchester barrel address followed by 10GA. 1 1/4 inch diameter muzzle with a good bore. Matching serial numbers on the base of the barre and barrel band are matching: 180. Mounted on a cast iron carriage marked "WRACo / TRADE MARK / REGISTERED IN U.S.A." Wheels are in excellent condition and pinned. Also includes a group of empty paper 10 gauge blanks and Winchester box of 5 rounds paper 10 gauge blanks. Serial number: 180 FFL status: Not Applicable