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Make: Savage Arms
Model: 220
Serial Number: N/A
Year of Manufacture: 1938 until 1965 (Utica Plant Closed in 1947, making this pre-47)
Gauge: 12 Gauge, 2 ¾” Shells
Action Type: Break-Open, SIngle-Shot Shotgun with Ejector
Barrel Length: 34", 2.75" chamber
Choke: Full, Fixed
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a serrated plastic ramp screwed to the barrel. The top of the barrel is serrated for glare reduction.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two piece checkered walnut with capped pistol grip, monte carlo comb, vented orange rubber buttpad, and beavertail forend. There are scattered compression marks , nicks, and scratches. There is a small crack on the left side of the wrist at the receiver. The LOP measures 14 ⅛” from the front of the trigger to the rear of the buttpad. The stock rates in Good condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 10/10.
Overall Condition: This shotgun retains about 10% of its metal finish. Most of the finish has gone to white except for parts of the receiver. The screw heads are serviceable and the pins are unmarred. The markings are mostly clear. Overall, this shotgun rates in about Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this shotgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None.
Our Assessment: The Savage Model 220 Single Barrel Shotgun is a dependable, single-shot, break-action firearm produced in the mid-20th century. Known for its simplicity and affordability, it was offered in popular gauges such as 12, 16, and 20, with barrel lengths typically ranging from 26" to 30". Featuring a hardwood stock and a blued or matte black finish, the Model 220 was lightweight, easy to carry, and ideal for hunting, sport shooting, and teaching beginners. Its rugged design and straightforward operation made it a favorite among farmers, homesteaders, and budget-conscious shooters, and it remains a nostalgic piece often found in collections or passed down through families.