Dual steel bead sights on the matted, concave solid rib which has a single gold band near the breech, "L. C. SMITH EAGLE GRADE" and "HUNTER ARMS CO. INC. M'F'R'S. FULTON. NY, U.S.A." marked on the right and left barrels respectively, light engraving at the breech end, and 2 3/4 inch chambers with automatic ejectors. The casehardened sidelock action displays floral scroll engraving surrounding a pheasant in flight on the left lockplate, a mallard in flight on the right lockplate, and an eagle on the top lever all in raised relief. The gun features a double triggers and an automatic tang mounted safety switch. Nicely figured, multi-point checkered splinter forend with engraved fittings, rotary latch release, and ebony tip inlay and pistol grip stock hard rubber grip cap, blank inscription shield, and Jostam Hy-Gun recoil pad. According to page 102 of William Brophy's "L. C. Smith Shotguns", only 580 Eagle Grade guns were built across all gauges and barrel lengths, making this quite a rare gun. Barrel and stock measurements (R/L): bore diameter nine inches from the breech .617/.617 inches; choke constriction .019/.028 inches; minimum wall thickness .047/.048 inches; 1 1/2 inch drop at comb; 2 5/16 inch drop at heel; 13 5/8 inch length of pull; weight 7 lbs. 2 oz.

Very fine overall, retaining 85% plus refurbished blue finish with some areas of fading, 85% original case colors with the balance a fine silver patina, and overall mild handling evidence. There is a small crack coming off the right lockplate; otherwise, the wood is very fine, with a few minor dings and scratches and sharp checkering. Mechanically excellent.