Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this break-action single-shot shotgun for a penny-start auction; this is the Eagle Arms Companion.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Eagle Arms
Model: Companion
Serial: 95766
Caliber: 20G
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 28" Ventilated and Ribbed barrel
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Silver Bead
Stock/Grips: Checkered Hardwood Pistol Grip Stock
Action: Break Action Single Shot
Markings: Scroll Engravings On The Left and Right Of The Receiver
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Eagle Arms Companion 20-gauge is a distinctive Italian-made shotgun that gained popularity in the United States during the late 1960s and early 1970s. Manufactured in Gardone Val Trompia, Italy—a region renowned worldwide for its centuries-old firearms tradition—the Companion was imported under the Eagle Arms name and is commonly associated with M.A.V.I. production. One of the shotgun's most recognizable features is its unique folding design, allowing the barrel to pivot beneath the stock for compact storage and transportation. Unlike many conventional break-action shotguns of its era, the Companion combined portability, simplicity, and elegant European styling in a lightweight package that appealed to hunters, trappers, campers, and outdoorsmen. The receiver was often finished with attractive scroll engraving, giving the firearm a more refined appearance than many utilitarian single-shot shotguns of the period. Chambered in 20 gauge, the Companion offered a balance between manageable recoil and effective field performance, making it suitable for small game hunting, upland birds, and recreational shooting. Many examples feature a ventilated rib barrel, checkered walnut stock, and chrome or silver-toned receiver with decorative roll engraving. The gun's compact dimensions and relatively light weight made it easy to carry over long distances, although shooters often noted that its light construction could produce noticeably sharper recoil than heavier shotguns.
Model: Companion
Serial: 95766
Caliber: 20G
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 28" Ventilated and Ribbed barrel
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Silver Bead
Stock/Grips: Checkered Hardwood Pistol Grip Stock
Action: Break Action Single Shot
Markings: Scroll Engravings On The Left and Right Of The Receiver
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Eagle Arms Companion 20-gauge is a distinctive Italian-made shotgun that gained popularity in the United States during the late 1960s and early 1970s. Manufactured in Gardone Val Trompia, Italy—a region renowned worldwide for its centuries-old firearms tradition—the Companion was imported under the Eagle Arms name and is commonly associated with M.A.V.I. production. One of the shotgun's most recognizable features is its unique folding design, allowing the barrel to pivot beneath the stock for compact storage and transportation. Unlike many conventional break-action shotguns of its era, the Companion combined portability, simplicity, and elegant European styling in a lightweight package that appealed to hunters, trappers, campers, and outdoorsmen. The receiver was often finished with attractive scroll engraving, giving the firearm a more refined appearance than many utilitarian single-shot shotguns of the period. Chambered in 20 gauge, the Companion offered a balance between manageable recoil and effective field performance, making it suitable for small game hunting, upland birds, and recreational shooting. Many examples feature a ventilated rib barrel, checkered walnut stock, and chrome or silver-toned receiver with decorative roll engraving. The gun's compact dimensions and relatively light weight made it easy to carry over long distances, although shooters often noted that its light construction could produce noticeably sharper recoil than heavier shotguns.
Collectors today appreciate the Companion not only for its unusual folding mechanism but also for its connection to the postwar wave of imported Italian sporting arms that introduced affordable European craftsmanship to the American market. While it was never produced in the same numbers as major domestic models from Winchester, Remington, or Mossberg, the Eagle Arms Companion has earned a reputation as a reliable and interesting field gun with a distinctive appearance. Well-preserved examples, particularly those retaining their original engravings, finish, and Italian proof marks, continue to attract interest from shotgun enthusiasts who value vintage firearms with unique engineering and classic Old World styling.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1180798554 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-06-21 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
25 |
