Unusual Winchester Model 50 Stamping

Fairlane66

January 14, 2014 06:57

Trying to find out the significance of unusual markings on a Winchester Model 50 shotgun. Most Models 50 have the serial number stamped on the bottom of the receiver and below that a Winchester proof mark. I'm looking at a Model 50 that has that standard configuration, but also an "S" stamped below the Winchester proof mark. Does anyone know the significance of the "S" stamp or what it might denote? Thank you.

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  Grasshopper

  January 14, 2014 08:23

  Maybe a SKEET model?

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  Fairlane66

  January 14, 2014 08:30

  I own three skeet models and two trap guns, so am very familiar with the variants. None of my guns or others I have seen have any special stamping. Trap and skeet models were characterized by upgraded wood, 3-diamond checkering on the bottom of the forend, and a metal grip cap. The Trap guns also had Winchester recoil pads added. Other than that, the metal on these guns had no special markings so, no, I don't think the "S" stands for skeet. Bobski used to be the resident Model 50 expert, but I think he's long gone from this site. Hope someone else can fill in the blanks. Thanks for your input. I won't claim you're wrong, but from my experience the "S" marking isn't standard on a Skeet model.
  
  The only unusual marking I've seen on a Model 50 is either the pigeon or the word "PIGEON" stamped on the bottom of the receiver, denoting a Pigeon Grade gun with all the associated trappings.

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  Grasshopper

  January 14, 2014 09:13

  Yea,,taking a stab,,no 50 expert here,,perhaps Bert can help,,and Bobski I think so rode off in the sunset for some reason-

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  Bert H.

  January 14, 2014 09:55

  I do not know what it means. Most extraneous stamped markings on Winchester firearms are inspector stamps.

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  Fairlane66

  January 14, 2014 10:16

  Could the "S" symbolize a special order gun?

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  toad67

  January 14, 2014 10:22

  How were the guns marked after they were sent back to the factory for work such as reblue, rib work, etc?

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  Fairlane66

  January 14, 2014 10:23

  toad67, good question, I have no idea.

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  perry shooter

  January 14, 2014 12:35

  Google 'VANSANT CLAY PIGON" FARM tell them Perry Shooter sent you. Model 50 EXPERT

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  4440rk

  January 14, 2014 12:56

  Fairlane66: You might try Google vanzant shooting club to try to contact bobski.

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  Fairlane66

  January 14, 2014 15:45

  Good suggestion, guys, thanks. Figured Bobski would probably be the guy who would know. Hope I can get in touch with him.

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