my grandfather gave me an old Iver Johnson rifle/shotgun and im not sure what it is, my grandfather tells me it is a .44, but one of my uncles tells me its a .410 i know sum about hunting and guns but i have no idea what this gun is, a .410 shell will not fit in the gun! Its a single barrel,break barrel, single center shot, with a hammer on the out side, the side plate reads IVER JOHNSONS ARM AND CYCLE WORKS FINCHBURG MASS USA ---- CHAMPION under the trigger guard are the numbers 1167 can any one help me ???
2007-02-11 13:03:19 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Sports ➔ Outdoor Recreation ➔ Hunting
CHAMPION
- 10, 12, 16, 20, 24, 28, 32 ga., or .410 bore, also available in .44, .45, 12mm, or 14mm rifle cal., single barrel shotgun or rifle, 26-32 in. full barrel, exposed hammer, auto ejector, plain pistol grip stock. Mfg. 1909-56.
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2007-02-12 23:25:53 · answer #1 · answered by bferg 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well, the 410 gauge and the .44 don't interchange. Some .45 Long Colt and 410s do.
Was the shell you tried a modern 3" 410? Did you try the 2 n 1/2" 410? Look down the bore. Is it grooved? If it is grooved from bore to breech it is a rifle caliber, not a shotgun. Try a .45 Long Colt. If it doesn't work then try the .44 Special and the .44-40. My guess is it is a .44 either the Special or the .44-40. The 410 shotgun shell will not fit these.
Have it checked out by a competent gunsmith before you try shooting it even if you do find the proper shell casings for it. Make sure it is cleaned and the barrel is not obstructed.
Good luck.
H
2007-02-11 15:51:42 · answer #2 · answered by H 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If a .410 don't fit, it could be a .44 caliber rifle. IJ made the 'Champion' from 1909 to 1956. It could be had in 10, 12, 16, 20, 24, 28, 32, or .410 ga. shot shell and .44, .45, 12mm, or 14mm rifle calibers. 'Cycle Works' probably indicates an early model. It might be worth something in excellent condition. If Grampaw says it's a .44, it must be, but don't try to shoot .44 Magnum in it without knowing for sure it is a Magnum type rifle.
2007-02-11 14:30:29 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Found it. You've got an Iver Johnson shotgun, If the .410 shell is too small, you have a 28, 20, or 16 guage. Worth about 150.00 in my gun book,
2007-02-12 07:03:19 · answer #4 · answered by sarge 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
if the 410 will not fit i could very well be a 44 but i would have a gunsmith check it before i tried it good luck and happy hunting
2007-02-11 13:15:08 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Monetarily, it is probably valued in the $50-75.00 range. Sentimental value -- Priceless. Don't even think of selling it outside the family. If you don't want it, give, trade or sell it to a sibling or another descendant of your great-grandfather. I have my grandfather's ancient Hopkins Allen shotgun. Monetarily, it wouldn't bring $50.00 at auction to a room full of rich drunks. I wouldn't swap it for a brand new Holland & Holland Royal Grade. Doc
2016-05-23 23:13:34 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
IJ made that rifle in a mess of calibers. Take it to your local gunsmith and have him gauge it, and inspect it. They'll be able to tell you the ammo to use, and if the weapon can even be safely fired.
2007-02-12 06:13:20 · answer #7 · answered by Rebelpvtj 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋