Iver Johnson .410 Skeeter questions - The Firearms Forum

pavedave80 · 12-08-2011, 11:08 AM

Hi all,
I have inherited an Iver Johnson Skeeter in .410. Took it to my local Cxxxxx store to have it assessed. I was disappointed in the valuation. The guy said that the finish was the problem. I don't know if the stock was shortened, but there is damage to the finish between the Hawkins butt pad, and the wood stock.
Is the Hawkins butt pad original, or aftermarket?

I know all values are subjective with some collectors preferring a "patina", while others prefer a "new" finish.

What can be done to increase the value of this shotgun? And where can I search to find authentic finishes.

Thanks,
Dave

hrf · 12-08-2011, 11:35 AM

Welcome to the forum Dave.

The Hawkins butt pad would not be original. Bill Goforth's book lists the "Jostam Anti-Flinch" pad as an extra cost Skeeter option, but I'm surprised one was added to a 410 unless to lengthen the stock. He lists 14-1/2" as stock length.

There's probably not much you can do to increase value, as any refinishing usually lowers it.

doubleslover · 12-09-2011, 02:02 PM

The more you tamper with it, the less it will be worth. I would leave it unless the stock is really damaged. If it is just that the original finish has wear, leave it. Can you post a pic?

12-08-2011, 11:08 AM	#1
pavedave80 Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 1	Iver Johnson .410 Skeeter questions Hi all, I have inherited an Iver Johnson Skeeter in .410. Took it to my local Cxxxxx store to have it assessed. I was disappointed in the valuation. The guy said that the finish was the problem. I don't know if the stock was shortened, but there is damage to the finish between the Hawkins butt pad, and the wood stock. Is the Hawkins butt pad original, or aftermarket? I know all values are subjective with some collectors preferring a "patina", while others prefer a "new" finish. What can be done to increase the value of this shotgun? And where can I search to find authentic finishes. Thanks, Dave -->

12-08-2011, 11:35 AM	#2
hrf Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 2,277	Re: Iver Johnson .410 Skeeter questions Welcome to the forum Dave. The Hawkins butt pad would not be original. Bill Goforth's book lists the "Jostam Anti-Flinch" pad as an extra cost Skeeter option, but I'm surprised one was added to a 410 unless to lengthen the stock. He lists 14-1/2" as stock length. There's probably not much you can do to increase value, as any refinishing usually lowers it.

12-09-2011, 02:02 PM	#3
doubleslover V.I.P. Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 213	Re: Iver Johnson .410 Skeeter questions The more you tamper with it, the less it will be worth. I would leave it unless the stock is really damaged. If it is just that the original finish has wear, leave it. Can you post a pic?