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Ithaca XL900
pphillips
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My grandson can buy an Ithaca XL900 20 Ga. with two barrels,28inch modified, and 26 inch improved. The gun is in very good condition, no marks on blueing and one small 1/4 inch scratch on the stock. Would $275 be a fair price for this?
Thanks,
Phil
Thanks,
Phil
Comments
The XL900 hasn't been made for years. The original Ithaca company that imported it from Japan, has also been defunct for many years. Any time your dealing with a orphan gun like this, your facing a lot of potential problems. At least advise your grandson to test fire it before buying, if possible. Any gas operated semi-auto shotgun can have severe internal problems, but be pristine externally.
I have been an FFL Dealer since 1970. I bought and tried several of the 20 Ga. XL 900, I liked the idea of shooting 2 3/4" or 3" shells. They are a beautiful gun. Now the downside, they were notorious for jamming, cost me Pheasants more then once. I would bet money it will jam and not cycle the shell. Definitely shoot a box in it before you buy it. I see a lot of MISINFORMATION from these guys who call there self experts.
I have made it my quest in life to shoot anything made and try to remember how the item functioned ect-So its your call,,out of production doesn't really scare me at 275--heck it would sell at a local aution for more than that-