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#Lc smith double barrel free#
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Smith Shotguns (Beinfeld Publishing, Inc: North Hollywood, CA, 1977), p.
Literature: This shotgun is illustrated in Colonel William S. SMITH MAKER SYRACUSE NY EXTRA FINE SIX BLADE DAMASCUS STEEL," stamped inside the frame "PAT'D MAR. Smith" on a ribbon, the breechplate with elaborate foliate engraved decoration, trigger guard with gold spaniel against a reed and tall grass background, an unmarked shield-shaped gold escutcheon on the underside of the butt, the textured rib with white bead sights engraved "L.C.
#Lc smith double barrel serial number#
1888, serial number 22265, walnut stock with fine checkering on the forend and grip, lockplates engraved with pheasant and gold hound scene against a wooded background and elaborate foliate scrollwork, and "L.C. Smith "Syracuse Seven" 12 Gauge Double-barrel Shotgun, c. 410 shotguns.Auction: Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments - 2946M Location: Marlborough Date / Time: Octo10:00AM Description: Production data by gauge are available for only the complete production period of Field Grade shotguns from 1912 to 1950. The 1945 price of the regular Field Grade was $65. It was the new, improved Field Grade with ivory sights and a recoil pad. The 1939 catalog announced a new, improved Field Grade with an improved cocking mechanism, extra strength in the stock, and a reshaped forend. The right barrel was usually roll-stamped L.C SMITH FIELD GRADE and the left barrel was marked THE HUNTER ARMS CO. SMITH was stamped on the lock plates, and there was no engraving.
#Lc smith double barrel full#
Stocks were American walnut in full pistol, half pistol, or straight grips. Chokes were bored from cylinder to full to meet the customer's order. The barrels were Armor Steel in lengths of 26, 28, 30, and 32 inches. It was available in 12, 16, and 20 gauge and later in. A gun with ejectors sold for $35, and one with ejectors and the Hunter One-Trigger retailed for $55. A Hunter-One Trigger brought the price up to $45. Smith side lock shotguns during the period of 1912 to 1950. Featherweights are made in twelve-gauges as light as six and one-quarter pounds." Field Grade production totaled 199,384 accounting for 82% of the total production of L.C. The shooting powers of this gun can be relied upon to be fully equal to those of the higher grades. It is particularly useful for field and marsh where rough usage is required. The 1913 catalog said: "This gun is especially designed for those requiring a cheap, sound and plainly finished weapon. I believe it sounds like you have a Field Grade and I didn't see any mention of them coming with Damascus barrels but feel free to post a picture of the barrel and it should be fairly evident if they are Damascus.įield Grade production began in 1912, and it was the lowest grade available.
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