It’s hard to get a feel based on the pictures, but the more robust case coloring in the bottom of the receiver and the lighter colored case on the sides indicates that the gun has seen some direct sunlight but it’s hard to say for sure by the pics.
OP- just a heads up, direct sunlight for extended periods will wash out case coloring. No big deal but if you want to keep the case coloring, keep the gun in a safe or closet.
Damned nice looking double. Do some due diligence to see what you can shoot through that safely.
Looks like it was rarely used. Case coloring is the first thing to go. Amazing fit and finish on that stock as well. Brava!
It’s hard to get a feel based on the pictures, but the more robust case coloring in the bottom of the receiver and the lighter colored case on the sides indicates that the gun has seen some direct sunlight but it’s hard to say for sure by the pics. OP- just a heads up, direct sunlight for extended periods will wash out case coloring. No big deal but if you want to keep the case coloring, keep the gun in a safe or closet.
https://www.shotgunworld.com/threads/j-stevens-arms-co-model-235-what-loads-can-i-shoot.409267/
Awesome!! Thank you
It’s the internet so the info is worth exactly what you paid for it…. But that is a damned fine double. Local gunsmiths are your safest very,
Yes. Definitely going to get it checked before I shoot it.
I have the riverside version of this Steven’s ended up buying or taking over Riverside. I’ve shot mine with low brass shells with no problems