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Lot 3494:Hunter Arms Co./L. C. Smith .410 Bore Ideal Grade Shotgun

December 8th, 2024|Bedford, TX
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Lot 3494:Hunter Arms Co./L. C. Smith .410 Bore Ideal Grade Shotgun

December 8th, 2024|Bedford, TX
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Scarce Factory Engraved Hunter Arms Co./L. C. Smith .410 Bore Ideal Grade Double Barrel Shotgun

Manufactured in 1941. According to page 177 of "L. C. Smith Shotguns" by William Brophy, only 220 Ideal Grade guns were built in .410 bore making this a very rare gun. Built with blued London Steel barrels with dual bead sights on the matted solid rib, "L. C. SMITH Ideal GRADE" and "HUNTER ARMS CO. INC. M'F'R'S FULTON. N.Y., U.S.A." marked on the right and left respectively, standard markings on the flats, and chambers measured 3 inches with automatic ejectors. The barrels are fitted to a casehardened sidelock action which displays standard flowing floral engraving and zig-zag borders with "L. C. SMITH" on either sideplate and features double triggers and a tang mounted automatic safety. The gun is fitted with a lightly figured and multi-point checkered splinter forend with lightly engraved fittings and an ebony tip inlay as well as a pistol grip stock with hard rubber grip cap and buttplate. Barrel and stock measurements (R/L): bore diameter nine inches from the breech .411/.411 inches; choke constriction .011/.021 inches; 1 5/16 inch drop at comb; 2 7/16 inch drop at heel; 14 inch length of pull; weight 6 lbs. 3 oz.

ConditionVery fine, retaining 95% plus original blue finish, 80% original case colors with the balance a fine grey, a few scratches on the barrels, and some very minor patches of spotting. The wood is very good and shows numerous scratches, a few dings and dents, and some varnish flaking. Mechanically excellent.
Details
ManufacturerHunter Arms Company
ModelField
TypeShotgun
Serial number
ClassCurio & Relic Long Gun
Caliber / Gauge410
Barrel26 inch solid rib
Finishblue/casehardened
Stockwalnut
Bore conditionThe bores are both bright with minor signs of use.

Item LocationBedford, TX
Views1406
Catalog page317
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