Stevens-Savage Model 77 D Grade 12 Gauge Pump Shotgun, 28-Inch Barrel, Alloy Receiver, Fixed Improved-Modified Choke
The Model 77 D Grade stands out for its lightweight alloy receiver, classic corn-cob fore-end, and discontinued production run that spanned only from 1955 to 1971. This full-size pump gun combines a 28-inch steel barrel, a fixed Improved-Modified choke, and solid walnut furniture, making it a notable piece for shooters who appreciate mid-20th-century American shotguns and collectors seeking increasingly scarce examples of the Stevens 77 line.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good – shows some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good – clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor scratching, scuffing, and small blemishes are visible on the barrel, receiver, and walnut furniture.
What’s Included
- Stevens-Savage Model 77 D Grade 12 Gauge pump-action shotgun
The D Grade variant features checkered walnut furniture with a pistol-grip stock and a grooved corn-cob fore-end, giving it the distinctive look associated with the 77 series. The 14.25-inch length of pull offers a comfortable fit for most shooters.
An aluminum-alloy receiver keeps weight down without sacrificing strength, a forward-thinking design that predated similar lightweight pumps from other U.S. makers. The matte anodized finish complements the blued steel barrel for a utilitarian, glare-reducing appearance.
The 28-inch barrel wears a factory-fixed Improved-Modified choke—less common than the more typical Modified or Full options—offering versatile pattern performance for upland game and general field use. A single steel bead front sight provides a clean sight picture.
Chambered for 2 ¾-inch shells and feeding from a traditional tube magazine, the Model 77 action shares lineage with the 77E combat shotguns fielded in Vietnam, underscoring its proven reliability. Production ended in 1971, and intact D Grade examples have become increasingly uncommon, enhancing this shotgun’s collectible appeal.