Who made or imported the Ithaca model 500 serial number s5550113? The gun was made by SKB in Japan and imported by Ithaca, starting in 1966. A long list of technical features that have never been incorporated into semi-automatic shotguns combined with durability and reliability has made the XLR5 a favorite with target shooters. Model 500 XTR Shotgun-Rifle Combo Smith & Wesson Walch Revolvers. Model: Orion I Field Serial Number: GN 03377 Year of Manufacture: 1989-2002 Gauge: 20 Gauge 2 ¾” and 3” Shells Action Type: Single Selective Trigger Over/Under Shotgun with Ejectors. Over & Under 28' barrels Description: SKB/Ithaca 500 12 gauge O/U 28' bbl Nice Over & Under!! Here is a used Ithaca Made by SKB Model 500 Over & Under, 12 gauge, 2 3/4' chamber, fixed Full/Mod chokes, 28' vent barrels with red front sight. The engineers at FABARM are now applying. SASS needs a good $500-700 hammerless double that has good parts availability, importer backing, and durability. All side by side shotguns are equipped with the flush fit thin wall choke. though probably no 'New SKB' Model 500 guns exist. The older doubles without screw-ins? My 20g a Model 500 o/u of same period is chrome-lined. Description: Ithaca SKB Model 500, O/U shotgun, 12 gauge, 3 inch chamber, Made in Japan. Ithaca skb 500 serial numbers The XL900 was made when Ithaca was owned by SKB in Japan.