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Lot 1284:Engraved L.C. Smith-Hunter Arms Co. Grade 5E Shotgun

December 7th, 2019|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 1284:Engraved L.C. Smith-Hunter Arms Co. Grade 5E Shotgun

December 7th, 2019|Rock Island, IL
Estimated Price$4,000 - $6,000
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Scarce Factory Engraved L.C. Smith/Hunter Arms Co. Grade 5E Side by Side Shotgun

Less than 500 No.5 guns were manufactured before 1913 when this grade was renamed the Crown Grade. Manufactured circa 1903. Single white bead sight on the matte concave rib marked "MADE TO ORDER BY THE HUNTER ARMS Co FULTON, N.Y." with engraved bands at the muzzles, inlaid gold bar at the rear of the rib, 2 3/4 inch chambers with ejectors, standard markings on the flats, and modified/full chokes. The receiver and locks have full coverage floral and scroll engraving with L.C. Smith banners and hunting dog scenes on the locks of pointers on the right and setters on the left. Matching engraved trigger guard, tangs, and break lever, dual triggers, and manual sliding tang safety. Checkered walnut pistol grip stock and beavertail forearm with roller latch, engraved fittings (interior forearm fittings also engraved), and serrated Fajen plastic buttplate. Barrel and stock measurements are: bore diameter at 9 inches from breech .731/.732; choke constriction .014/.032; minimum wall thickness .027/.022; drop at comb 1 7/16 inches; drop at heel 2 inches; length of pull 14 1/4 inches; weight 8 lbs, 2 oz.

ConditionVery fine as professionally restored. 95% plus high quality refinished blue remains on the barrels with slightly light engraving, some traces of light spotting, and some small surface scratches. The receiver and locks have an overall gray patina with shadows of original case colors, some light spotting, crisp, detailed engraving, and locks standing slightly proud to the receiver and wood. The wood is also very fine with sharp freshened checkering and varnish finish and a few small dings. Mechanically excellent.
Details
ManufacturerSmith L C
Model5 Grade
TypeShotgun
Serial number
ClassCurio & Relic Long Gun
Caliber / Gauge12
Barrel30 inch solid rib
Finishblue/casehardened
Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views1438
Catalog page164
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