J.C. Higgins Model 101.7 20 Gauge Side-by-Side Shotgun, Sears House Model, 2 3/4 Inch Chambers, Double Triggers, Extractor
This J.C. Higgins Model 101.7 is a Sears private-label side-by-side 20 gauge built on the Stevens 311 pattern, with forged steel barrels and a solid matted top rib. It features double triggers, a non-ejector extractor system, and plain hardwood furniture. The aftermarket ventilated WHITE LINE recoil pad with white spacer provides a clear customization detail. Receiver and barrel markings, including PROOF TESTED and the 2 3/4 inch chamber spec, further define this example.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
What's Included
- J.C. Higgins Model 101.7 20 Gauge side-by-side shotgun
This Sears J.C. Higgins house model follows the Stevens 311 pattern, offering a straightforward, proven side-by-side layout. It uses a top-lever break action with a common extractor (non-ejector) and double triggers, giving the shooter independent control of each barrel.
The barrels are marked SELECTED FORGED STEEL and PROOF TESTED — 20 GAUGE — 2 3/4 INCH CHAMBER —, paired with a solid matted top rib and a single front bead sight. The blued finish is carried on both the barrels and the receiver.
Receiver markings read J. C. HIGGINS – MODEL 101.7 – SEARS, ROEBUCK & COMPANY, reflecting its private-label origin. Furniture is plain, uncheckered hardwood with a semi-pistol grip stock and a slim splinter forend, consistent with the model’s utilitarian design.
This example includes an aftermarket ventilated WHITE LINE recoil pad with a white spacer. Capacity is two shells, and the front bead provides a simple, traditional sight picture.