Ithaca Model XL 900 20 Gauge Semi-Auto Shotgun, 26" Vent-Rib, Roto Forged Barrel, Fixed SK Choke, Factory Scroll-Engraved Receiver, Made in Japan by SKB
This Ithaca Model XL 900 stands out as a Japanese-made SKB collaboration with factory scroll engraving on the black receiver panels and a 26-inch vent-rib Roto Forged barrel. It is a gas-operated 20 gauge with a fixed SK-stamped choke, right-side ejection with bolt release, and classic walnut furniture featuring fleur-de-lis checkering. Capacity is 4+1, with a 13.75-inch length of pull and an Ithaca-SKB ventilated recoil pad.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Specific Condition Notes: There are minor, superficial scratches and small blemishes on the exterior surfaces. The firearm presents cleanly throughout.
What’s Included
- Ithaca Model XL 900 20 Gauge semi-automatic shotgun
Custom crafted in Japan by SKB for Ithaca, this XL 900 features factory scroll-engraved black receiver panels and clean rollmarks. Markings include "CUSTOM CRAFTED FOR ITHACA BY SKB" along with proof and origin stamps, reflecting its SKB build and proof-tested status.
The 26-inch Roto Forged barrel wears a vent rib and a single front bead. It has a fixed SK-stamped choke and a 2.75-inch chamber, with barrel rollmarks noting "20GA - 2 3/4 CHAMBER - PROOF TESTED" and "ITHACA GUN CO., INC., ITHACA, N.Y. MADE IN JAPAN - ROTO FORGED."
The gas-operated action offers right-side ejection with a bolt release and a 4+1 capacity. A knurled magazine cap completes the forend assembly for straightforward disassembly and maintenance.
Furniture includes a two-piece walnut-colored stock and long beavertail forend with fleur-de-lis cut checkering. The length of pull measures 13.75 inches, and the shotgun wears an Ithaca-SKB ventilated recoil pad. A gold-tone trigger and black trigger guard complement the blued metalwork and black receiver finish.