Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this single-shot shotgun for a penny-start auction, this is the Iver Johnson Champion.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Iver Johnson
Model: Champion
Serial: 74889A
Caliber: 12 Ga
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 30" Full Choke Bore
Stock/Grips: Smooth Hardwood Stock and Fore-End with Pistol-Style Grip (Please note this fore-end has a crack in it, along with the stock on both sides where it makes contact to the receiver)
Action: Single-Shot / Break-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Iver Johnson Champion is a classic American single-shot shotgun that embodies simplicity, ruggedness, and utilitarian design, qualities that made it a staple on farms, in hunting camps, and behind truck seats for decades. Produced by Iver Johnson Arms & Cycle Works from the early 20th century through the post-World War II era, the Champion was offered in a wide range of gauges—including .410 bore, 28, 20, 16, and 12 gauge—making it adaptable to everything from small game and pest control to upland birds. Its break-open action is straightforward and robust, typically featuring an external hammer and a top-lever or side-lever release depending on production period, allowing for quick visual confirmation of the gun’s status and exceptionally easy loading and unloading. Barrels were commonly plain-blued steel with fixed chokes, often full or modified, emphasizing effective patterning over versatility, while stocks were usually plain walnut or hardwood with a straight grip and simple butt-plate, keeping costs down and durability high.
Model: Champion
Serial: 74889A
Caliber: 12 Ga
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 30" Full Choke Bore
Stock/Grips: Smooth Hardwood Stock and Fore-End with Pistol-Style Grip (Please note this fore-end has a crack in it, along with the stock on both sides where it makes contact to the receiver)
Action: Single-Shot / Break-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Iver Johnson Champion is a classic American single-shot shotgun that embodies simplicity, ruggedness, and utilitarian design, qualities that made it a staple on farms, in hunting camps, and behind truck seats for decades. Produced by Iver Johnson Arms & Cycle Works from the early 20th century through the post-World War II era, the Champion was offered in a wide range of gauges—including .410 bore, 28, 20, 16, and 12 gauge—making it adaptable to everything from small game and pest control to upland birds. Its break-open action is straightforward and robust, typically featuring an external hammer and a top-lever or side-lever release depending on production period, allowing for quick visual confirmation of the gun’s status and exceptionally easy loading and unloading. Barrels were commonly plain-blued steel with fixed chokes, often full or modified, emphasizing effective patterning over versatility, while stocks were usually plain walnut or hardwood with a straight grip and simple butt-plate, keeping costs down and durability high.
The Champion’s balance is slightly forward, lending itself well to instinctive pointing and smooth swings, particularly appreciated by novice shooters and seasoned hunters alike. Internally, the design is minimal, with few moving parts, contributing to the model’s reputation for long-term reliability and ease of maintenance even under hard use. Though never intended as a luxury or competition shotgun, the Iver Johnson Champion earned enduring respect for doing exactly what it was designed to do—provide an affordable, dependable, and accurate single-shot shotgun—and today it remains a nostalgic and practical reminder of an era when simplicity and function defined American sporting arms.
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.
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
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.
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Payment Details
We accept all forms of Payment including Personal Check, Business Check, PO Money Orders, Certified Check, Etc.
Please note we place a 7 business day hold on shipment, for all non-certified payments.
Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
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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About Us
From a small town hobby, to a leader in the investment and collector grade firearms industry. Bryant Ridge Firearms is here to offer the best in quality and customer service when you are looking to unload your collector grade firearm collection. 
Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1192279363 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-08-09 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
21 |
SoldOutTime: |
2026-08-09 17:11:27 |
