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Lot 3328: Factory Engraved L.C. Smith/Hunter Arms Ideal Grade

Factory Engraved L.C. Smith/Hunter Arms Ideal Grade Double Barrel Shotgun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 10, 2017

Lot 3328: Factory Engraved L.C. Smith/Hunter Arms Ideal Grade

Factory Engraved L.C. Smith/Hunter Arms Ideal Grade Double Barrel Shotgun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 10, 2017

Estimated Price: $1,100 - $1,600
Price Realized:
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Factory Engraved L.C. Smith/Hunter Arms Ideal Grade Double Barrel Shotgun

Manufacturer: Smith L C
Model: Ideal Grade
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 30 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1749
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 143
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Manufactured in 1914. Single brass bead sight, 2 3/4 inch chambers, single extractor, standard barrel markings, and full/full chokes. Broad leafy scroll engraving on the receiver and side plates with dual triggers and tang mounted automatic safety. Checkered push button splinter forearm and stock with a serrated hard rubber buttplate. Barrel and stock measurements are: .729/.729 inch; minimum wall thickness .056/.059 inch; drop at comb 1 3/4 inches; drop at heel 2 3/4 inches; length of pull 13 3/4 inches.

Rating Definition:

Fine. 95% period blue refinish remains with some light pitting and dings around the muzzle, mild edge wear, and some surface scratches. 45% original muted case colors remain with a mottled gray patina on the balance some light spotting, slight marring on the side plate screws and handling marks. The wood is also fine with small dings and scratches overall, well-defined checkering, and a chip on the grip end. Mechanically excellent.



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