SKB O/U Shotguns?

[pbwalker]

I can't seem to find much online about these shotguns. I found a gentleman locally who is looking to trade me for my Ruger P-95 and he said it was about 18 years old.

Any input would be much appreciated!

[Keith B]

An SKB is usually a pretty high end shotgun ($1500+). What model is it and what condition? Unless there is a lower end line I am not familiar with, either the guy doesn't know what he has, is just wanting a pistol and willing to trade as he doesn't use the shotgun, or it's stolen.

Here is a link to Able Ammo's main page with the three models they carry http://www.ableammo.com/catalog/default ... 3769_15846" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Cheaper than Dirt has a couple that are used in the $700 - $900 range http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/FreeAds/ ... ng=English" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[WildBill]

I'd snap it up before he changes his mind.

[pbwalker]

An SKB is usually a pretty high end shotgun ($1500+). What model is it and what condition? Unless there is a lower end line I am not familiar with, either the guy doesn't know what he has, is just wanting a pistol and willing to trade as he doesn't use the shotgun, or it's stolen.

Here is a link to Able Ammo's main page with the three models they carry http://www.ableammo.com/catalog/default ... 3769_15846" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

He's a 65 year old gentlemen who was in a car accident and can no longer hunt and needs a pistol for home defense. (This is what he has said via email)

I don't want to rip the poor guy off, but if his shotgun is collecting dust and he needs a pistol, and he's ok with the deal...then who knows. I'll try to find out more.

[Keith B]

I added another link to a couple of used ones at Cheaper than Dirt http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/FreeAds/ ... ng=English" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[WildBill]

I like O/U shotguns. Not much of a auto Ruger fan. If the SKB is worth more and you don't want to "rip him off" give him some cash too. Someone else may not so generous.

[pbwalker]

Ok...found out more. It is an Ithaca by SKB Model 500. I guess Ithaca is to SKB like Squire is to Fender (from what I can see)...I have seen some of them go online for around $500, so I will add some cash to the transaction if I feel the shotgun is in good shape.

Anyone see any issues with this trade? I don't think I am getting ripped off and I'll be sure to make sure he doesn't either...

[pbwalker]

Well, I am the new owner of an SKB (Ithaca) Model 500 12ga. shotgun...looks like a beauty! I haven't taken pics yet (just got it 20 minutes ago and I am still at work) but I'll take some in the coming days. To give you an idea of what it looks like though, I found these:









Can't wait to take it out to shoot skeet...

[Ace_Inthe_O]

looks like a nice gun

[Oldgringo]

Not only did SKB make Ithaca O/U's but they also made O/U's for Weatherby - maybe still do? That's a Greener Boxlock action, BTW.

I like my SKB 20.ga VR 26" O/U with variable choke inserts. I'd trade it for a quality 1911 sub-compact though.

[Oldgringo]

I guess no one wants to trade a SKB 20 ga O/U for a compact 1911 OR a Springfield XD .45 Service model?