IVER JOHNSON CHAMPION
Product Information & Specs
Seller Description For This Firearm
Vintage Iver Johnson Champion – .410 Bore Single-Shot Shotgun
A classic piece of American sporting history: the Iver Johnson Champion single-shot, break-action shotgun, chambered in the highly desirable .410 Bore. Known as the quintessential farm-and-field gun of the early 20th century, the Champion was built for rugged utility and simplicity. This particular model is a fantastic example of early American firearms manufacturing, perfect for vintage collectors or as a nostalgic small-game shotgun.
Key Specifications & Features
Manufacturer: Iver Johnson's Arms & Cycle Works (Fitchburg, Mass.)
Model: Champion
Chambering: .410 Bore
Action Type: Single-shot, top-break with an exposed hammer.
Barrel Markings: The barrel is distinctly stamped with the classic factory roll mark: "410 GAUGE CHOKE BORE BARREL AND LUG FORGED IN ONE" along with "PAT'D JUNE 15, 1915 PAT'S PENDING". This one-piece forged barrel and lug design was a major selling point for Iver Johnson's durability.
Condition Report
Metalwork: The barrel and receiver have transitioned into a beautiful, honest plum-brown patina. The metal is smooth overall, showing typical finish loss and minor handling marks consistent with a working gun of this era, but it remains free of severe pitting.
Stock & Forearm: The wood furniture is solid, featuring a smooth, dark finish. It shows standard field wear, compressions, and handling marks you would expect from a vintage piece, but retains its structural integrity and classic profile.
Mechanics: The exposed hammer and top-break lever are intact and functional. The action opens smoothly. (Note: As with all vintage firearms, we recommend a basic inspection by a qualified gunsmith prior to firing, WE HAVE TEST FIRED AND WORKS AS IT SHOULD).
Why the Iver Johnson Champion?
Produced for decades, the Champion line earned a reputation for being reliable, lightweight, and easy to carry all day in the field. Finding these in .410 bore is becoming increasingly difficult, as they were often heavily used and passed down through generations. This shotgun represents a charming, tangible connection to an era of simple, effective gunmaking.
| UPC | ECOM00597145 |
| Action | SINGLE SHOT |
| Barrel Length | 26" BARREL |
| Capacity | 1 ROUND |
| Finish | BLUED |
| Gauge | .410 BORE |
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