Ithaca Model 87 Featherlight Ducks Unlimited Guide Gun 12 Gauge Pump, 26 in Vent Rib, Full Choke, 3 in Chamber (1990)
This limited-edition Ithaca Model 87 Featherlight Ducks Unlimited Guide Gun is a 1990 U.S. commemorative with distinctive factory markings and classic Model 37/87 features. It pairs a roto-forged 26-inch ventilated-rib barrel and fixed full choke with a 3 in chamber, and it retains the bottom-eject, bottom-loading action that defines the lineage. A laminated multi-tone stock set and commemorative rollmarks make it a notable piece for collectors and Ithaca enthusiasts.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Specific Condition Notes: Expect markings from previous handling and use. The bore remains bright and clean. Please refer to the photos for close-ups of surfaces and rollmarks.
What’s Included
- Ithaca Model 87 Featherlight Ducks Unlimited Guide Gun 12 Gauge pump-action shotgun
This Ducks Unlimited "Guide Gun" commemorative is part of the 1990 U.S. run, with the receiver carrying the "DUCKS GUIDE GUN LIMITED" rollmark and cattail motif. The serial format aligns with the 1990 Ducks Unlimited block, falling within the 90DU 37 range. It is U.S.-made and marked accordingly.
The steel receiver uses the proven Model 37/87 pattern with bottom ejection and bottom loading. Capacity is 2+1. The action is pump-operated and built in the King Ferry, New York era, as reflected by the factory markings.
The 26-inch barrel is ventilated rib and roto-forged, with a fixed full choke. It is chambered for both 2 3/4 in and 3 in shells, and wears a single orange front bead for a clean sight picture. Barrel markings include "M-87 FEATHERLIGHT," "KING FERRY, N.Y.," and "ROTO FORGED."
The stock set is laminated hardwood in a multi-tone green/amber/charcoal/orange scheme. It features a pistol-grip buttstock, a beavertail forend, a rubber recoil pad with white line spacer, front and rear sling swivel studs (front on the magazine cap), and a 14.0 in length of pull. The metal shows a matte blued/oxide finish, and the firearm is marked "PROOF TESTED."