Make: Pointer (Trade Name), made by Silma (Italy), imported by Legacy Sports International (LSI)
Model: M-80
Serial Number: 133539
Year of Manufacture: 2007 (CB Date Code)
Caliber: 12 Gauge, 3” Chamber
Action Type: Over/Under Double Barrel Shotgun with SST and Extractor
Barrel Length: 27.5”, Dual Vent Ribs
Choke: The muzzles are threaded for choke tubes. The currently installed choke tubes measure Full (Top) and Modified (Bottom).
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a red fiber optic in a mount fixed to the top rib above the muzzles. There is a small mid-bead fixed to the upper rib. The top of the upper rib is textured to help reduce glare.
Weight: 7 lbs, 6.5 oz.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two-piece checkered walnut with a schnabel forend, semi-pistol grip, straight comb, and black rubber recoil pad. The wood shows some minor handling and storage marks. The checkering is sharp. The LOP measures 14 5/8” from the front of the trigger to the back of the recoil pad. There is a bit of residue on the recoil pad. The stocks are in Excellent overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blue with Coin Receiver
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bores are bright. There is no erosion in the bores. In this writer’s opinion, these bores rate a 10 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This shotgun retains about 98% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows some operational wear on the barrel lug. There are scattered handling marks. The markings are clear. Overall, this shotgun is in Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The barrel lockup is tight with no play to the receiver. We did not fire this shotgun. As with all used firearms, thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This shotgun comes with a cloth sock.
Our Assessment: Pointer is a noted trademark owned by Legacy Sports International (LSI). In this particular case, the M-80 was made by the Italian manufacturer Silma for import by LSI, and features beautiful walnut stocks, a coin colored receiver, blued barrels, and a red fiber optic front sight. This shotgun was made in 2007 and is in Excellent condition. It’s chambered in 12 gauge with 27 ½” barrels, and has bright bores and a tight lockup. This would be a wonderful addition to any shotgun collection.
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