Savage Model 520

Savage/Stevens 520
Western Field model 30 - a variant of the Savage 520
Type	Shotgun
Land of Origin	USA
Specifications
Gauge	12 ga.
Cartridge	2-3/4" shells
Action	Slide action
Muzzle velocity	1165 fps
Feed	tube magazine
Sights	front bead
Service History
Used by	US Army
Wars	WWI
Production History
Designer	John Browning
Manufacturer	Stevens Arms
Produced	1915 to 1930
Variants	see text

The Savage 520 was part of a series of utility-grade shotguns made by Stevens. Others in the series were the Model 67, Model 67-VR, Model 77, Model 77-AC, Model 77-M, Model 77-SC, Model 520, Model 522, Model 621, Model 620, and Model 820. They are all based on 2 Browning patients and many were used as trench guns during the First World War.

Also known as:

• Stevens model 520
• Browning model 30
• Montgomery Ward Western Field model 30

Value is anywhere from $75-$200, depending on condition.

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