DM Lefever & Sons, Model Grade E Side Cocker, 10 Gauge
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Category: Lefever Shotguns - Shotguns - American Double Antique

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Seller: budrose
Member Since: 4/20/20
First Name: Daniel
Last Name: Mackel
State: Pennsylvania
Zip: 16335
Country: United States
Phone: (814) 853-3747
Number of Active Listings: 0
Total Number of Listings: 1
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.

Payment Types Accepted: money order, personal check



Description:
Dan M. Lefever manufactured side by side double shotgun. Side cocker action, known as the first successful hammerless double. Made in the United States with less than 700 known to exist. "DM Lefever Maker and patintee" engraved on rib. "DM Lefever Hammerless Patent June 20 1880" on left lock. "DM Lefever Hammerless Patent" stamped on right lock. Patent 1872 and 1878 on bottom of frame. Case hardened, scroll engraved frame. With thumb opener and side cocking lever. Fine twist steel barrels, with concave rib and extractors. Barrel and frame serial numbers match. Pistol grip, walnut stock with steel engraved grip cap with checkered horn butt plate- original. Checkered walnut splinter forearm with ebony inlay and hidden push-button release. Condition: Barrels retain 60% originigal Damascus finish with bright bores. Action retains 10% case colors in protected areas turning brown. 60% original varnish with sharp checkering, no breaks, cracks, or restoration. Butt stock has light handling marks and dings from usage. Gun locks up tight with perfect screws and mechanics. A rare gun. 

SOLD

Antique: Yes
Manufacturer: Daniel M. Lefever
Model: Side Cocker
Serial Number: 6466
Ejectors: none
Condition: good
Metal Condition: good
Wood Condition: good
Bore Condition: good
Barrel Type: Damascus
Action: Side Cocker
Triggers: double
Gauge Info: 10
Stock: walnut
Fore End: splinter
Butt Pad: horn butt plate
LOP: 14 1/8inch
Rib: concave
Finish: original
Sights: brass front bead
Manufacture Date: 1880
Engraving: scroll
Extras: none
Case: none