1916 WWI Era Ithaca Flues 16 GA 26" SXS Damascus Grade 1 1/2 Upland Hunting

Description:
MANUFACTURER: ITHACA GUN CO.
MODEL: FLUES
YEAR MANUFACTURED: 1916
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: UNITED STATES
SERIAL NUMBER: 193310
GAUGE: 16 GAUGE
CHAMBER SIZE: 2.75"
CAPACITY: 2
BARREL LENGTH: 26"
CHOKE SYSTEM: FIXED CHOKE (IMPROVED CYLINDER / IMPROVED CYLINDER)
RIB / SIGHTING PLANE: SOLID MATTED RIB
BORE / RIFLING: SMOOTHBORE
OVERALL LENGTH: 42"
LENGTH OF PULL: 13" and 13.75"
OPERATING SYSTEM: BREAK-ACTION
ACTION: SIDE-BY-SIDE
TRIGGER: DUAL TRIGGERS
SIGHTS: BRASS BEAD FRONT
SAFETY: TANG SAFETY
STOCK / FOREND: SEMI-PISTOL GRIP CHECKERED WALNUT STOCK AND FOREND 
FIREARM FINISH: DAMASCUS BARRELS WITH BLUED/AGED STEEL RECEIVER
CONDITION: GOOD
ADDITIONAL FEATURES: GRADE 1½ CONFIGURATION, DAMASCUS STEEL BARRELS, ROTARY TOP LEVER, EXTRACTORS, SLIM FLUES RECEIVER PROFILE, HARD RUBBER BUTTPLATE, COLLECTIBLE PRE-WWI ITHACA DOUBLE GUN
WHAT’S INCLUDED: SHOTGUN ONLY

Built during the golden age of American sporting arms, this Ithaca Flues Model Grade 1½ represents one of the most elegant and well-balanced upland bird guns ever produced by Ithaca Gun Company. Manufactured in 1916, this classic 16 gauge side-by-side features desirable 26-inch Damascus steel barrels and the lightweight Flues action that made the model famous among hunters seeking a fast-handling field gun.

The slim receiver profile and relatively light weight of the Flues design create lively handling characteristics in the field. Combined with the 26-inch barrels, this shotgun swings quickly on flushing quail, grouse, and woodcock while maintaining enough smoothness for instinctive wingshooting. Recoil remains manageable thanks to the balanced 16 gauge chambering and traditional walnut stock configuration.

Ithaca's Flues Model was one of the company's most successful double guns and remains highly respected by collectors today. This example retains the classic rotary top lever, tang-mounted safety, dual trigger arrangement, and extractor system preferred by many traditional hunters. The Grade 1½ configuration paired with Damascus barrels offers the distinctive craftsmanship and aesthetics that define pre-war American double guns.

Chambered in versatile 16 gauge, this shotgun occupies the sweet spot between the lighter carrying characteristics of a 20 gauge and the pattern density of a 12 gauge. The fixed Improved Cylinder and Improved Cylinder choke combination delivers broad, forgiving patterns ideally suited for upland birds and close-range field work, performing exceptionally well from approximately 25 to 30 yards. The smoothbore Damascus barrels and solid rib complete a classic sporting configuration rarely encountered in modern firearms.

Collectors and enthusiasts continue to seek original Ithaca Flues shotguns for their historical significance, elegant lines, and connection to America's sporting heritage. With its 1916 manufacture date, desirable 16 gauge chambering, Damascus steel barrels, and Grade 1½ features, this is a fine example of a classic American side-by-side that showcases the craftsmanship of Ithaca's pre-World War I production era.

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Curio/Relic: Yes
Shotgun Gauge: 16 Gauge
Manufacturer: Ithaca
Model: Flues
Serial Number: 193310
Barrel Length: 26
Condition: Good
Manufacture Date: 1916

Price: $1,299.99
Shipping: $39.99
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