About Paul Johnston Expertise I can answer most questions regarding firearms, their use, function, action etc. with a focus on german firearms my speciality.
Experience I am a registered Federal Firearms Licensed dealer. and am owner of Johnston Small Arms Co. . I am a part-time gunsmith and full-time gun enthusiast.
Organizations Pro-Gun NH, Gun Owners of NH (G.O.N.H.), Life memeber NRA, Instructor NRA., member North American Hunting Club.
Education/Credentials I have a certificate in machining, and have apprenticed with Ed Lander of NH for 5 years, a full-time gunsmith since 1946.
Question QUESTION: Hi,
My father is passing me his never been fired Western Field 20 Gauge, SB-100A, Full Choke, Chambered for 3" (?Magnums?) I cannot seem to find any information on the manufacturer (Stevens,Mossberg, Savage, etc.) for this specific model/gauge. Any assistance in the background of this gun would be appreciated.
Thank you
ANSWER: These were the trademark guns for Montgomery Ward. Your gun was made by Savage/Stevens, so if you needed parts that would be where you would cross-reference. If it is chambered in 3",you may be able to but I would hesitate to use magnums, although they are usually good solid guns. Thanks for the question.
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QUESTION: Thanks,
On the cross reference, is there a specific model match w/ Savage/Stevens based on the SB-100a that I would use or did they produce just 1 20 gauge, 3" full choke barrel model during the early/mid 60's?
Answer Numrich Armns/ Gunparts is the biggest parts place (next biggest is Sarco), so on their site, I think if you punch in your model # it will automatically cross-refernce it. Thanks.
Took time to answer your initial question, and a follow-up, for which I get nothing, and you leave negative/neutral feedback. Thanks.
