Introduced in 1990. Standard Dakota Arms markings on the bottom of the receiver that exhibits extensive floral scroll engraving and gold inlay accents. Ramped beaded blade front sight with hood and notch rear sight mounted on the quarter-length rib. The front sight ramp, barrel band with sling swivel stud, and either side of the barrel at the breech are also engraved and gold inlaid. The bottom of the lever is marked "SMS" vertically. The exhibition grade Turkish walnut pistol grip stock has fleur-de-lis checkering, casehardened and engraved grip cap marked "SHAPIRO/2005", a shadow line cheek piece and a red solid rubber recoil pad. Includes a Leupold VX-III 2.5-8x36 Boone and Crockett Club scope mounted with Talley rings that are casehardened, engraved, and gold inlaid to match the receiver.

Excellent overall, retains 99% plus original finishes with only the slightest handling marks. The wood has a few scattered light handling marks and sharp checkering. Mechanically excellent. The optics are clear.