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Category - LC Smith Shotguns - Shotguns - American Double

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LC Smith Shotguns
Shotguns - American Double

L.C. Smith Ideal 20 Gauge - 32" BARRELS, EJECTORS, 1 OF 64 MADE

Description:
L.C. Smith Ideal 20 Gauge SxS
32" BARRELS, EJECTORS, 1 OF 64 MADE

General Specs: L.C. Smith, Year 1992, 20 Gauge, 6lbs 9oz, Side by Side
Serial Number: FWE46562

The Ideal Grade L.C. Smith is the first level of a "graded" Elsie, with open foliate engraving pattern, nicer wood and checkering than the Field grade, and the banjo style forend latch rather than a snap on forend.  They made around 3659 Ideal Grades in 20ga., so it is not a "rare" gun.  However, this Featherweight gun, snFWE46562 made in 1922, is VERY RARE, as only 64 were made with the long, graceful 32" barrels, and only 1/2, or about 32 total were made with 32" barrels and ejectors.  At least a few of those have disappeared from the face of the earth, so this really is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to own a 32" 20ga. Elsie at an affordable price.  Some Elsies have a delicate balance in hand, making you believe they are true lightweight guns.  This gun is just such a gun.  Weighing 6 1/2 LBS.  and balanced just ahead of the hinge pin, I was surprised when I put her on the scale.  I would have guessed 6lbs.  Not at all barrel heavy and being made in 1922 it was made with more care than some of the later guns that felt so clunky with that tall rib.  Add the nice factory original condition to all of the metal and nicely restored wood, and you have a true piece of American history that will serve you well for upland game and vintage clays while continuing to increase in value.  The gun is in excellent mechanical condition, with a mid-position Hunter One trigger that works perfectly, strong well timed ejectors, and barrels tight on breech face and hinge pin like a new gun.  Shown in the photos is the inside of the head of the stock and there are no cracks or repairs, so no concerns there.  AND THOSE AWESOME 32's!!! Thanks for looking!  

Barrels

Barrel Length: 32"
Chokes: .013/.024 LM/IF
Bores: excellent
Bore Diameter: .611 both
Wall Thickness: .037/.034
% Blue: 90%
Chambers: 2 3/4"
Ribs: tight
Sights: double ivory

Action

Action: Tight, right of center
Ejectors or Extractors: ejectors, strong, timed
Case Color: 40%
Screws: perfect
Engraving: sharp
Trigger Type: single selective trigger mid position
Trigger Guard Color: 70%

Stock

Type: capped pistol grip/splinter forend
LOP: 14 1/4" mid position
LOP To End Of Wood: 13 1/4"
DAH: 2 1/2"
DAC: 1 1/2"
Cast: 1/16" off
Checkering Condition: excellent
Butt Treatment: hawkins 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!

JOIN US at the Orvis Game Fair and Country Sporting Weekend, September 19 & 20, 2015, at Orvis Sandanona in Millbrook, NY!

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 $55.00 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

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