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Guns International #: 103456587
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Guns International #: 103456587
Category - LC Smith Shotguns
- Shotguns - American Double
LC Smith Trap Grade Ejector - 12 Ga. - Excellent Case Colors - 30" Barrels - High Condition!
Description: Beautiful numbers-matching L.C. Smith Trap Grade Ejector 12 gauge from 1928 with outstanding case colors! The gun appears to me to be 100% original other than the pad. It is unknown whether the gun originally had a factory pad, or not. The Noshoc currently installed is a replacement but was expertly fitted. The gun has no known functional issues. It has uncut 30” barrels, double triggers, and automatic ejectors. The top lever is well right of center and the action closes like the proverbial bank vault. This gun does have the reinforced forend lug that most Smith Trap guns had. This gun letters from the LC Smith Collectors Assoc. exactly as it is and I will include a copy with the sale. The metal finish appears to be entirely original. There is a very high percentage of bright, original case color remaining (looks far better in person than in the photos) with sharp hand engraving, as shown in the photos. The barrels, triggerguard, and forend escutcheon retain approximately 75-80% of what appears to be the original blued finishes. The grade and manufacturer markings are clear and crisp. The barrels ring true and the bores shine like new with both right and left choked full according to my Galazan choke gauge. The chambers are 2 ¾” and the tubes touch at the muzzle, as they should. I can not see or feel any dents. The forend fits perfectly and the action is very tight. The wood is in excellent condition and may have had some oil added to the stock over the years. It does not appear to have ever been sanded, at all. The quality of the figuring is noticeably better than most Trap Grades, in my opinion. The checkering is excellent. There are minor impressions in the wood but it still appears to have been very well cared for and lightly used after 97 years. I do see a very fine crack behind the right lock but none on the left side. Very typical of Smiths from this era. The LOP is 13 15/16” to the front trigger, the drop at comb is 1 ½” and drop at heel is 2 ½”. These are fairly modern dimensions making this a very shootable piece. This is a stunning example of an iconic brand in American doubles. The L.C. Smith Trap Grade was positioned as a “double duty” gun for those that wanted one gun for trap and hunting. It was not a hugely successful gun for Hunter Arms Co. as only 3346 were made before the model was discontinued in 1940. Only 1252 with ejectors and 30” barrels in 12 gauge. Compared to the 199,000 Field Grade Smiths that were built, this is a very rare piece! Everything about it screams early 20th century quality. If you like doubles, the snap of this action closing will make you smile. Try and find anything new that is in the same class for twice the price! All of that said, this gun is 97 years old and I highly recommend you have a gunsmith check it over before taking it afield. I have not shot the gun but have tested the locks and ejectors with snap caps and I’m confident that it’s perfectly healthy and has many generations of life remaining. However, if I were you, I’d want to hear that from a pro that you know and trust. While I’m new to Guns International, please check my feedback on and eBay (I’m on both as 700_classic) and you’ll see that it’s 100% positive with nearly 1200 total transactions. with confidence and please contact me with any questions or if there are additional photos you would like to see (I have more photos but GI only allows 15 - happy to send them to you). This gun will be very well packaged in a plastic case and shipped insured to your 01 or 03 FFL for $80 (USPS Priority) the day after I receive your payment in the form of a MO or certified check. Shotgun Gauge: 12 Gauge Manufacturer: LC Smith Model: Trap Barrel Length: 30 Price: $2,499.00 Contact Seller |
Guns International #: 103456587
Guns International #: 103456587