L.C. Smith Eagle Grade 20 Gauge - SUPER RARE, 1 of 76 EVER MADE, NICE!
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Category: LC Smith Shotguns - Shotguns - American Double

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Verified Seller
Seller: Vintage Firearms, Inc
Company: Vintage Firearms, Inc.
Member Since: 5/19/07
First Name: jay
Last Name: shachter
State: Michigan
Zip: 49546
Country: United States
Phone: (616) 292-6240
Phone2: (616) 608-4337
Fax: (616) 608-4701
Platinum Seller
Number of Active Listings: 174
Total Number of Listings: 5134
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
3 days
Payment Types Accepted: credit card, check, certified funds, wire transfer (Advertised price represents the 3% cash discount price. Actual price if paid by credit card is 3% higher cost.)



Description:
L.C. Smith Eagle Grade 20 Gauge Side-by-Side
SUPER RARE, 1 of 76 EVER MADE, NICE!

General Specs: LC Smith, Year 1922, 20 Gauge, 6lbs 1oz, SxS
Serial Number: FWE 49376

Here we have a very rare L.C. Smith in the 20ga. Eagle Grade.  When I say rare, I mean there are likely less than 65 of these guns left in the world.  Odds are there are fewer, and of those that remain many have been bastardized in some way, ie cut stocks or barrels, restocked, poorly refinished, etc.  This Eagle Grade Elsie, snFWE49376 made in 1922, is one of 76 total Eagles produced in 20ga. and is in very fine condition with all original parts as shipped.  You will see the factory letter attached to the photos, describing this gun as she sits.  With the gorgeous European walnut and handsome, unique engraving, it is a stunning gun to have in hand.  The wood has been restored at some point in its life, the barrel blue is a strong 99%, factory case color 50% and fading, screws are perfect, no cracks or repairs to the wood, checkering sharp and clean, bores are mirror shiny, the factory original 26" barrels are choked M/F with healthy wall thicknesses of 24 thou right, 25 thou left.  The L.C. Smith guns are wonderful handling guns with this one weighing just 6lbs. and balanced perfectly between the hands.  The ejectors are strong and well timed and the gun is tight on face with the lever well right of center.  The Hunter One Trigger works perfectly and the trigger pulls are crisp at 3.25lbs. right, 4.25 left.  This is a grand investment opportunity to put some of your funds into hard, tangible assets that you can enjoy shooting at the local club or afield for upland birds.  Hunting with a gun like this elevates the experience in a way you have to experience to understand.  The history behind the gun, the hand fitting and balancing, and the gorgeous fit and finish all come together in this rare and delightful little Elsie.  Thanks for looking!

Barrels

Barrel Length: 26"
Chokes: .018/.026  M/F
Bores: perfect mirrors
Bore Diameter: 0.62
Wall Thickness: .024/.025
% Blue: 99% reblue
Chambers: 2 1/2"
Ribs: tight
Sights: ivory front; silver middle

Action

Action: tight
Ejectors or Extractors: ejectors, strong, timed
Case Color: 50% fading factory
Screws: perfect
Engraving: clear sharp
Trigger Type: single selective trigger, crisp excellent
Trigger Guard Color: 80% factory

Stock

Type: capped pistol grip/splinter forend
LOP: 14 1/4" rear trigger
LOP To End Of Wood: 14"
DAH: 2 5/8"
DAC: 1 9/16"
Checkering Condition: excellent
Butt Treatment: factory plate

There are more photos upon request. We offer a 30 day mechanical warranty on this fine shotgun. Call us for full details. PLEASE SEE MY OTHER FINE VINTAGE FIREARMS. Just open one of my ads and click on the line that says “see all items from this seller” and a very nice list of fine sporting and collectible arms will appear. I have many more fine sxs shotguns not yet listed. Thanks for looking!

We will be at the SOUTHERN SIDE BY SIDE CHAMPIONSHIP & EXHIBITION, Celebrating Spring Classic 17th Anniversary April 22-24, 2016 in Sanford, NC!
 
We employ a full time gunsmith on premises and can perform alterations to suit your needs within a few weeks of purchase.
 
Payment Methods: Money Order, Certified Check, Personal Check, Wire Transfer
Inspection Period / Return Policy: Three Days from the date the item was received.
Sales Tax: 6% Michigan Only
Shipping & Insurance: Ground $140.00 We ship internationally!
Item Condition: Used
Requires FFL?: Yes

If you have any questions about this item or payment, please email or call us directly, at #616-292-6240. Thanks! Jay Shachter, Vintage Firearms, Inc

SOLD

Curio/Relic: Yes