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L.C. Smith 5E 20 Gauge – RARE!, 1 OF 21 MADE 30” BARRELS, STUNNING GUN!
Guns International #: 101030082 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: LC Smith Shotguns - Shotguns - American Double
Seller's Information
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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: 173
Total Number of Listings: 5133
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 5E 20 Gauge Side-by-Side
RARE!, 1 OF 21 MADE, 30” BARRELS, STUNNING GUN!
General Specs: LC Smith, Year 1912, 20 Gauge, 6lbs 1oz, SxS
Serial Number: 6810E
Vintage American double gunners recognize L.C. Smith guns built before 1913 as the best of their kind, with more attention to detail, better stock inletting, and even nicer engraving than the named models that came post 1913. Few high grades were made, with only 525 Grade 5 guns produced all gauges, ONLY 21 MADE IN 20GA, AND ONLY 8 OF THOSE WITH 30” BARRELS. This gun, sn6810e made in 1912, is a perfect example of how beautiful these guns were and still are. The detail in the dogs, the scroll work, the background scenery are all superbly done and undoubtedly my favorite American engraving ever. What a gorgeous gun, with 30" barrels choked F/F (use spreader loads for more open choking, or we can alter chokes in our shop within 2 weeks of purchase), weighing 6lbs. and balanced perfectly in hand, great bores, highly figured French walnut, and lots of factory original case color remaining on the receiver. Mechanically perfect with strong well-timed ejectors, single selective trigger that performs flawlessly, barrels tight on hinge and breech face like a new gun with the lever still well right of center, she is ready for another century of service and enjoyment. When considering upland game, doves, pigeons, or clay targets, this gun is ready for all. Collector interest in L.C. Smith has become brisk, with prices rising and creating a great investment opportunity. Consider what a Parker Grade 5, or BHE, 20ga. would cost in this condition (over $30,000) and you realize what a bargain this is. I consider the Grade 5 Elsie to be one of the most beautiful of the American doubles, no matter what the cost. Just look at the detail in the dog's features, the intricate scroll and bouquet engraving throughout, and the gorgeous borders. Check out the wood to metal fit, screws, checkering...what a nice 105 year old gun! Grade 5's don't come up for sale very often, so don't miss your opportunity!
Barrels
Barrel Length: 30"
Chokes: .025/.029
Bores: excellent
Bore Diameter: .617/.620
Wall Thickness: .034/.031
% Blue: 99%
Chambers: 2 3/4"
Ribs: tight
Sights: ivory front, silver middle
Action
Action: lever way right of center
Ejectors or Extractors: ejector, strong, timed
Case Color: 40% faded factory
Screws: perfect
Engraving: clear/sharp/ superior
Trigger Type: single selective trigger, mid crisp
Trigger Guard Color: 70% factory
Stock
Type: 1/2 round pistol grip/splinter forend/ nice figure
LOP: 13 1/4"
LOP To End Of Wood: 12 1/4"
DAH: 2 1/2"
DAC: 1 9/16"
Cast: 0
Checkering Condition: perfect
Butt Treatment: silvers pad
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 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! Vintage Firearms Inc
We employ a full time gunsmith on premises and can perform alterations to suit your needs within a few weeks of purchase. Common requests are: -stock bending to suit your particular requirements -addition of any specified butt pad to increase length of pull -alteration of chokes to suit your shooting preferences -lengthening of chambers and forcing cones -darkening stock color with penetrating stains -restoring any part of the gun including rust blue, charcoal blue, bone and charcoal case color, wood restoration and checkering recuts. If you like one our guns but it needs "tweaked", let us know and we can quote you a time and price. Some enthusiasts like the guns "as found" and others want them "just so". We often list guns as found and let the particular buyer choose how they want their gun to fit or look.
SOLD
Curio/Relic: Yes