Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this pump-action shotgun for a penny-start auction, this is the Stevens Model 820!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Stevens
Model: 820
Caliber: 12 Ga
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 28 ¼"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Bead
Stock/Grips: Smooth Wood Stock with Ribbed Foregrip
Action: Pump-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Stevens Model 820 is a classic American pump-action shotgun that reflects the no-nonsense, hardworking design philosophy that made Stevens/Savage firearms fixtures in mid-20th-century homes, farms, and hunting camps across the country. Produced primarily during the 1940s and 1950s, the 820 is a straightforward 12-gauge pump built for reliability rather than frills, featuring a sturdy steel receiver, a tubular magazine, and a smooth-cycling action that locks up securely via a robust tilting breech block. Many examples were issued with plain walnut stocks and forearms—often uncheckered but well-shaped—giving the gun a pleasantly utilitarian appearance, while the blued finish on both barrel and receiver was workmanlike but durable for its era. Barrel lengths varied, but the gun commonly appeared with a 28-inch barrel choked for general field use, making it suitable for everything from upland birds to small game and farmyard pest control. Like other Stevens designs, the 820 employs a simple, reliable internal layout that is easy to maintain, with parts compatibility across several related models, which further cemented its reputation as a dependable “everyman’s pump gun.” Many 820s also saw government service in training or security roles during World War II and the postwar period, adding an additional layer of historical interest for collectors. While it lacks the polished refinement of higher-end sporting pumps, the Model 820 stands out for its rugged charm—an honest, American-made shotgun that did exactly what it was built to do and has continued to serve faithfully for decades, often still functioning smoothly today despite hard use and the passage of time.
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.
Model: 820
Caliber: 12 Ga
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 28 ¼"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Bead
Stock/Grips: Smooth Wood Stock with Ribbed Foregrip
Action: Pump-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Stevens Model 820 is a classic American pump-action shotgun that reflects the no-nonsense, hardworking design philosophy that made Stevens/Savage firearms fixtures in mid-20th-century homes, farms, and hunting camps across the country. Produced primarily during the 1940s and 1950s, the 820 is a straightforward 12-gauge pump built for reliability rather than frills, featuring a sturdy steel receiver, a tubular magazine, and a smooth-cycling action that locks up securely via a robust tilting breech block. Many examples were issued with plain walnut stocks and forearms—often uncheckered but well-shaped—giving the gun a pleasantly utilitarian appearance, while the blued finish on both barrel and receiver was workmanlike but durable for its era. Barrel lengths varied, but the gun commonly appeared with a 28-inch barrel choked for general field use, making it suitable for everything from upland birds to small game and farmyard pest control. Like other Stevens designs, the 820 employs a simple, reliable internal layout that is easy to maintain, with parts compatibility across several related models, which further cemented its reputation as a dependable “everyman’s pump gun.” Many 820s also saw government service in training or security roles during World War II and the postwar period, adding an additional layer of historical interest for collectors. While it lacks the polished refinement of higher-end sporting pumps, the Model 820 stands out for its rugged charm—an honest, American-made shotgun that did exactly what it was built to do and has continued to serve faithfully for decades, often still functioning smoothly today despite hard use and the passage of time.
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
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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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