Original Winchester Model 98 Breech Loading Signal Cannon 10 GA Blank Only Carriage Crate, 1908-1955

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Make: Winchester

Model: 98 Breech Loading Signal Cannon

Serial Number: 798

Year of Manufacture: 1908-1955

Caliber: 10 Gauge BLANK ONLY

Action Type: Breech-Loading Blank-Firing Signal/Salute Cannon

Barrel Length: 12"

Approximate Overall Dimensions, Assembled: W: 8", H: 8", L: 16"

Sights / Optics: None.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The gun is mounted on a cast iron carriage with black enamel finish. The carriage shows scattered wear and some minor oxidation. The markings on the carriage are clear. Overall, the carriage is in about Very Good condition.

Type of Finish: Blue

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is dark with scattered erosion and pitting. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 5+ out of 10.

Overall Condition: This gun retains about 10% of its metal finish. Finish remains mostly around the mounting bracket. Most surfaces have worn to white. There is scattered minor oxidation. There are some light nicks and small scratches. The markings are clear. Overall, this cannon is in Good condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this gun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This gun comes with the carriage mount as described, the cannon is housed in a wood dovetail crate with lid (standard crate). A portion of the crate's lid is missing and the crate shows scattered wear.

Our Assessment: Originally offered in Winchester’s 1903 catalog, the 98 Breech Loading Signal Cannon is a 10 Gauge blank-firing cannon intended for signaling and saluting celebrations such as the 4th of July as well as good clean fun firing off black powder blank shells. Produced for more than a century, production was licensed to the Bellmore Johnson Company just a few miles from the original Winchester factory in 1975. This is an original Winchester-made signal cannon made beween 1908 and 1955. This will be a great addition to any Winchester collection as well as being a fun piece to take out to the range. Please see our photos and good luck!


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This item is part of Lock Stock Barrel Premier Auction May 2025 Day 2
 Sunday, Jun 1, 2025 | 9:00 AM  Mountain
 
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Original Winchester Model 98 Breech Loading Signal Cannon 10 GA Blank Only Carriage Crate, 1908-1955
Original Winchester Model 98 Breech Loading Signal Cannon 10 GA Blank Only Carriage Crate, 1908-1955
Lot number: 1149
Seller: Lock Stock & Barrel Auctions
Event: Lock Stock Barrel Premier Auction May 2025 Day 2
Ends: Sunday, June 1 | 9:00 AM  Mountain

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