*GORGEOUS REMINGTON MODEL 32F SHOTGUN LIKELY ENGRAVED BY RUNGE.

SN 2451. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ fluid steel bbls. 2-3/4″ chambers. Choked Mod/Full. Full length matted top rib with steel mid bid and brass front bead. Muzzles and breech are nicely scroll engraved. Miller sgl selective trigger, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Fabulous flame grain American Walnut buttstock checkered in three-point pattern with teardrops on bottom of grip and 14-1/2″ LOP over black “Olde English” pad. Round nose forearm checkered in five-point pattern with Deeley release. Receiver is fully and finely engraved with very lifelike dogs – a pointer and setter on each side surrounded by well executed Runge scroll work. Also a small quarter sized game scene at back of frame with woodcock on right, quail on left. Bottom of frame fully scroll engraved with flying pheasants in farm scene and marked “Remington / Model 32TF”. Weight: 8 lbs. 5 oz. PROVENANCE: The Forest R. Marshall Collection. CONDITION: Excellent overall. Bbls retain 90% orig toned blued finish. Buttstock and forearm are excellent and retain nearly all of an older professionally restored finish with a few light handling marks. Engraving is sharp and well-defined and frame retains traces of its orig blue. Mechanics are crisp. Ejectors slightly out of time. Bores are bright and shiny. 51143-8 JSL (4,500-7,500) C&R – Lot 2378

*FABULOUS REMINGTON MODEL 11E “EXPERT” GRADE SEMI AUTOMATIC SHOTGUN.

SN 18818. Cal. 12ga. 28″ plain bbl, full choke, single silver sighting bead. Manufacturers legend is hand engraved on the top side of the bbl near breach and is bracketed by flowing foliate scroll work. Classic “humpback” receiver is engraved on all sided with intermediate relief scroll work and geometric patterns, with single Mallard game scene vignette in oval on left side. Appended metal is similarly engraved. High grade 2-pc walnut stock features multi point checkering and a vacant silver initial oval on toe line. 14-1/4″ LOP to a factory hard rubber buttplate. CONDITION: Very good plus. Gun retains 90-95% of its orig factory blue finish, with light scattered handling marks and some high edge wear. Wood is sound and retains most of its lustrous factory finish with numerous light to moderate handling marks, dents and scraps from field use. Mechanics crisp. 51780-1 JWD (2,500-3,500) C&R – Lot 2379

*FINE REMINGTON MODEL 32TC OVER/UNDER TRAP SHOTGUN.

SN 1209. Cal. 12 ga. 32″ fluid steel bbls. 2-3/4″ chambers. Choked Full/Full, .724″ nominal bores. Full length matted ventilated top rib with steel mid bead and period red target front bead. Miller single non-selective trigger, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Remington capped pistol grip buttstock checkered in three-point pattern with 14-3/8″ LOP over red “Olde English” pad. DAC 1-9/16″, DAH 1-15/16. Finger groove forearm with Deeley release checkered in five-point pattern. Frame engr with bird dogs in grass on sides. Mid-1930’s mfg. Weight: 8 lbs. 7 oz. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain approx 90% blued finish as does receiver with light high point wear and handling marks over the balance of metal. Buttstock and forearm are excellent as professionally restored with light scattered marks. Mechanics are crisp. Bores need cleaning but are bright and shiny. 51155-1 JSL (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 2380

*SCARCE REMINGTON MODEL 1100TD GRAND AMERICAN HANDICAP LIMITED EDITION SHOTGUN FROM 1967 NO. 7 OF 10.

SN 379661V. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ steel bbl with low profile matted ventilated rib with steel mid bead and white plastic front bead. 2-3/4″ chambers. Choked Full. Blued trigger. Capped full pistol grip buttstock checkered in fleur-de-lis and wave pattern is of flame grained American Walnut with 14″ LOP over “Kick-EEZ” pad. Forearm is nicely checkered in fleur-de-lis and diamond pattern. Receiver is nicely scroll engraved on right side and top with special commemorative inscription on left marked “Grand American Handicap / 1967 / 1 of 10 / no. 7 / Vandalia, Ohio”. Weight: 8 lbs. 6 oz. PROVENANCE: The William Hammond Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine retaining nearly all orig finish to both wood and metal with just a few minor scattered handling marks throughout. Mechanics are excellent. Brilliant shiny bore. 51407-8 JSL (1,250-1,750) C&R – Lot 2381

*REMINGTON MODEL 31 SKEET 12 GA PUMP SHOTGUN.

SN 123030. Cal. 12 ga. 26″ bbl. 2-3/4″ chambers. Choked Skeet. Full length ventilated matted top rib with brass mid bead and white plastic front bead. Capped full pistol grip buttstock checkered at wrist with 14″ LOP over Kerr’s white lined waffle pad. Unengraved frame. Weight: 7 lbs. 8 oz. CONDITION: Very good overall retaining most of blued finish to metal parts with scattered dings and scratches. Stock retains most of orig finish. Mechanics are good. Bore is bright and shiny. 51500-52 JSL (500-800) C&R – Lot 2382

*CUSTOM REMINGTON MODEL 31-TC SHOTGUN WITH BRILEY CHOKE TUBE.

SN 76804. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ bbl marked for full choke though Briley choke tubes installed. 2-3/4″ chambers. Full length matted low profile ventilated top rib with steel front bead. Rosewood capped Fajen custom buttstock checkered in three-point pattern with 14-3/8″ LOP over Pachmayr waffle pad with small Monte Carlo. Grip cap embossed in gold color with ATA emblem, buttstock inlaid “Fajen” in honey color on both sides. Custom forearm checkered in five-point pattern with a previous owner’s initials inlaid in center diamond pattern “LPW”. Weight: 8 lbs. 14 oz. CONDITION: Very good as customized. Receiver and bbl retain 90% orig blued finish. Mag tube retains half its orig finish. Custom buttstock in forend are quite beautiful and retain nearly all custom finish. Mechanics are excellent. Bore is bright and shiny. 51500-76 JSL (500-1,000) C&R – Lot 2383

*SCARCE ALL ORIGINAL L.C. SMITH FIELD GRADE 410 GA SHOTGUN.

SN 168227. Cal. 410 ga. 28″ bbl with 3″ chambers. Full length matted top rib with twin ivory beads. Dbl triggers, extractor, auto safety. Capped full pistol grip buttstock checkered in two-point pattern with 14″ LOP over serrated lined HRBP. Field grade frame stamped “L.C. Smith” on both sides. Splinter forearm checkered in three-point pattern. Weight: 5 lbs. 13 oz. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent as found. Bbls retain approx 95% orig blued finish. Buttstock and forearm are excellent with minor handling marks, nice open pores and retain most of their orig varnish. Receiver retains approx 50-60% orig toned face color. Screws are excellent. Stocks are sound. Mechanics are crisp. A dandy small bore L.C. Smith. 51433-1 (5,000-8,000) C&R; ESA – Lot 2384

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*HISTORICALLY SIGNIFICANT L.C. SMITH GRADE 2E SHOTGUN INSCRIBED TO FAMED SHOOTER CAPT. A.H. BOGARDUS.

SN 5643. Cal 12 ga. 30″ Crown steel bbls with 2-3/4″ chambers. Choked Full/Full. Full length tapered matted top rib with replaced front brass bead. Dbl triggers, auto ejectors, no safety. Capped full pistol grip buttstock checkered in two-point pattern with 14-1/4″ LOP over replacement serrated lined HRBP. Splinter forearm checkered in three-point pattern with banjo roll type release and triangular ebony tip. Receiver is lightly scroll engraved with woodcock on right, quail on left and marked “L.C. Smith” on both sides. Trigger guard with small burst of scroll on bow and inscription on inner part of bow “CAPT A.H. BOGARDUS”. Back trigger guard tang screw is a replacement. Weight: 7 lbs. 9 oz. CONDITION: About good having potentially seen many years of service in competitive shooting. Bbls retain nearly all of a recently restored blued finish. Gold bar near muzzle end of top rib shows losses. Section of bottom rib in between flats and lug is absent. Receiver is grey with staining and shows a hint or two of case color in protected areas. Forearm is fair checkering mostly visible with scattered bumps and bruises showing heavy wear over many years of service. Buttstock is good, with old repair through the wrist. Checkering re-cut years ago and retains most of its older restored finish. Bottom to stock fingers show oil infiltrating into stock and drying. Mechanics are good as are bores with scattered minor pitting. Forearm is a touch loose. This exact gun is pictured on pg 87 of “L.C. Smith The Legend Lives” by John Houchins. This gun should be further researched as the inscription is quite intriguing though cannot be guaranteed. 51429-1 JSL (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 2385

*SPECTACULAR L.C. SMITH CROWN GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN RE102792. Cal. 12 ga. 32″ bbls with ventilated rib. 2-7/8″ chambers, so marked on right bbl flat. F/F chokes. Twin ivory beads. Wedding band engraving at muzzles. Right bbl engraved at top “L.C. SMITH CROWN GRADE”. Left bbl engraved at top “MADE TO ORDER BY THE HUNTER ARMS CO. INC. FULTON, N.Y.”. Matted ventilated rib with engraved rib area at breech. Barrel wedge engraving at breech end. Jeweling on bbl breech faces and bbl flats. Crown Grade receiver elegantly engraved with much foliate scroll on sides, top and bottom. Both side plates engraved with oval vignette of two hunting dogs afield with stippled background surrounded by foliate engraving. Top lever engraved with scroll and crown inlaid with gold. Trigger bow engraved with foliate scrollwork and chain borders at edge. Hunter One Trigger. Gun is fitted with select fancy figured walnut with bold contrasts in color and grain in buttstock. Beavertail forend with banjo type forend release. Forend iron is nicely engraved with scroll and chain borders. Monte Carlo, capped pistol grip buttstock with White Line Junior ventilated recoil pad. LOP 14-3/8″ over pad. DAC 1-1/2″. DAH 1-3/4″. No safety. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Barrels retain most of deep blue finish with slight browning tone. Wear at muzzles and slight thinning at breeches. Normal silvering on undersides of bbls at forend contact points. Bores are bright. Receiver retains a generous amount of lovely case color, strongest on rear sides and top. Color thinning on forward section of belly and front receiver sides from carry. Miniscule nick at juncture of receiver and side plate on left side. Top lever shows nice color. Rear of top tang silvered from handling. Trigger bow retains majority of its high polished blue with some thinning and flaking. Left side plate screw, and tang screws slightly marred. Nice forend finish with sharp clean checkering. Buttstock shows professional refinish and checkering enhancement. Slight difference in color and tone of wood pieces. Minor handling marks. Top lever right of center. Gun is tight, operates crisply. Ejectors are strong. 51482-6 (4,500-7,500) C&R; ESA – Lot 2387

*SCARCE L.C. SMITH EAGLE GRADE 16 GA SHOTGUN.

SN FWE42809. Cal. 16 ga. 26″ bbls, 2-1/2″ chambers, choked FULL/FULL. Full length matted top rib with ivory mid and front bead. Small gold bar in top rib near breech. Featherweight frame, dbl triggers, automatic ejectors, non auto safety. Replacement buttstock and forearm. Butt is capped full pistol grip with cheek piece and shallow stippled checkering with 14-1/2″ LOP over replacement lined HRBP. Beavertail forearm with banjo roll type release is near fully stippled. Receiver is engraved in typical eagle pattern with pheasant on left, duck on right, eagle on top lever surrounded by fine stippling and light scroll work. Weight: 6lb. 4 oz. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Good. Bbls retain approx 90% of a toned older restored blued finish. Custom buttstock and forearm are worn with scattered handling marks and retain most of their older custom finish. Receiver retains traces of its original case color, engraving still crisp. Bores are bright and shiny with one dent in right tube near muzzle. Mechanics are very good. With some restorative effort, an astute buyer will have a dandy small bore L.C. Smith game gun. 51657-1 JSL143 (2,500-5,000) C&R; ESA – Lot 2388

*SCARCE SPECIAL ORDER L.C. SMITH 16 GA SPECIALTY GRADE SHOTGUN RESTORED BY JERRY ANDREWS.

SN FWE123289. Cal. 16 ga. 26″ bbls. 2-5/8″ chambers. Chokes Mod/Mod. Full length matted top rib with twin ivory beads and gold bar near breech. Featherweight frame. Hunter one trigger, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Capped full pistol grip buttstock checkered in two-point pattern with 13″ LOP from rear position sgl trigger over serrated lined HRBP. Splinter forearm with roll type release checkered in three-point pattern with triangular ebony tip. Receiver is engraved in standard Specialty pattern. Quail on left, ducks on right, surrounded by scroll engraving. Trigger guard bow is factory engraved with orig owner’s name in banner “Wylie R. Reynolds/ Jackson Mich”. Weight: 6 lbs. 3 oz. Accompanied for an L.C. Smith Collectors Association research letter describing this gun in its current configuration. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent as restored by Jerry Andrews, retaining nearly all of his custom finishes to both wood and metal. Buttstock has been repaired at time of restoration which is now nearly invisible behind lockplates. Mechanics are very good. Bores are bright and shiny. 51716-2 JSL (2,000-3,500) C&R; ESA – Lot 2389

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*L.C. SMITH FIELD GRADE 20 GA SHOTGUN WITH CONDITION.

SN FWE 45706. Cal. 20 ga. 28″ bbls. 2-1/2″ chambers. Chokes Ex Full/Full. Full length matted top rib with brass front bead. Featherweight frame, dbl triggers, extractors, non-auto safety. Capped full pistol grip buttstock checkered in two-point pattern with added oval near toe and 14-1/8″ LOP over serrated lined HRBP. Splinter forearm is friction type checkered in three-point pattern. Case colored frame marked “L.C.Smith” on sides. Weight: 6 lbs. 3 oz. Accompanied by an L.C. Smith Collectors Association letter describing this gun in its current configuration. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially restored. Bbl retains nearly all of a professionally restored rust blued finish. Receiver retains nearly 85% orig case color, toned on front of action at bottom. Trigger guard retains most of its high polish orig blue. Buttstock with oval as noted above is excellent and retains approximately 90% of its orig finish. Forearm is very good, having been competently restored, checkering freshened, and a small area of finish added near frame. Mechanics are very good. Bores are bright and shiny. 51716-1 JSL (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 2390

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*L.C. SMITH PRE-1913 PIGEON GRADE 12 GAUGE EJECTOR SHOTGUN.

SN 213564. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, Mod & Full chokes. Single front ivory beads, concave matted rib marked “HUNTER ARMS CO MAKERS FULTON NY”. Gold band inlaid in rib, pigeon vignette engraved on rib extension. Splinter forend with banjo release with ebony wedge at tip. Pigeon Grade ejector receiver. Left lockplate engraved with pigeon in flight scene with scroll. Right lockplate engraved with pigeon in flight scene with scroll. Moderate scroll work on bottom and top of receiver. Double triggers. Straight grip walnut stock showing some nice figure and grain. Replacement solid red recoil pad. LOP 13-1/2″ over solid pad, DAC 1-5/8″, DAH 2-1/2″. Non-automatic safety. PROVENANCE: The L.C. Smith Collection of Gerald Basham. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls have restored blue. Markings are sharp. Minor ding left bbl, minor ding right bbl, barely visible from inside. Minor handling marks and thinning blues at breeches. Top rib edges have been scraped for 1″ section about 12″ from breech. Bores are bright and unpitted. Receiver has gone to silver, engraving is sharp and crisp. Screws slightly marred. Trigger bow retains all of reapplied finish. Stock and forend fit nicely. Checkering clean and sharp. Wood finish has been enhanced, shows very minor handling marks in wood. Gun is tight and operates crisply. Ejectors are strong. Very nice example of an early L.C. Smith Pigeon gun. 51449-2 (1,750-2,500) C&R; ESA – Lot 2391

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*LOT OF TWO FANTASTIC AND NEAR MINT L.C. SMITH FIELD GRADE 12 GA SHOTGUNS.

1) L.C. SMITH FIELD. SN 350085. Cal. 12 ga. 27-3/4″ Armor steel bbls (orig length) with 2-3/4″ chambers. Choked Mod/Imp Mod. Full length matted top rib with brass bead. Dbl triggers, extractor, three-position auto safety. Capped full pistol gripped buttstock checkered in two-point pattern with serrated lined HRBP. 14″ LOP. Scarce early long trigger guard with two orig fasteners. Splinter forearm checkered in three-point pattern with rare Curtis push-button release. Unengraved frame stamped “L.C. Smith” on both sides. Weight: 7 lbs. 10 oz. PROVENANCE: The William Hammond Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine near new retains nearly all orig finish to both wood and metal. Bbls just staring to tone. Buttstock and forearm are extremely fine and retain nearly all of their orig finish. Forearm with minute beginning age separation near push button. Receiver retains virtually of its orig case color and some orig varnish. Trigger guard retains approx 95% blue finish just starting to tone with minor flecking. Breech face unmarred indicating this gun likely test fired only. C&R 2) L.C. SMITH FIELD. SN R39151. SN R39151. Cal 12 ga. 30″ Armor steel bbl with 2-3/4″ chambers. Choked Full/Full. Full length matted top rib with brass front bead. Regular weight frame, dbl triggers, extractor, three-position auto safety. Capped full pistol grip buttstock checkered in two-point pattern with 14-1/4″ LOP over orig lined HRBP. Splinter forearm checkered in three-point pattern is friction type. Unengraved frame stamped “L.C. Smith” both sides. Weight: 7 lbs. 14 oz. PROVENANCE: The William Hammond Collection. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine, near mint and likely test fired only. Bbls retain nearly all their orig blued finish with a couple of minute spots of toning. Buttstock and forearm are extremely fine and retain nearly all of their orig finish with a couple of tiny handling marks and impressions. Receiver retains nearly all of its deep bold orig case color and some orig lacquer. Brilliant shiny bores, mechanics are crisp. Simply put, this gun is near mint and shows almost no ring on breech face indicating it as test fired only. Very difficult to improve on. C&R 51407-20, 51407-21 JSL (1,750-2,750) – Lot 2392

*CLEAN HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION EARLY FIELD GRADE L.C. SMITH 12 GA SHOTGUN WITH CASE.

SN 357980R. Cal 12 ga. 30″ Armor steel bbls with 2-3/4″ chambers. Choked Full/Full. Matted top rib with brass front bead. Regular frame, dbl triggers, extractor, automatic three-position safety. Capped full pistol grip buttstock with orig serrated lined HRBP, with 14-1/4″ LOP. Scarce Curtis type splinter forearm checkered in three-point pattern. Unengraved frame stamped “L.C. Smith” on both sides. Comes in a dark brown leather LOM case. Weight: 7 lbs. 7 oz. CONDITION: Excellent +. Bbls retain 95-97% lightly toned orig blue. Receiver retains 95% bold vivid orig color just starting to tone on bottom of frame near lug. Trigger guard retains nearly all of its high polish orig blue with light toning. Buttstock and forearm are crisp and retain most of their orig finish with a later coat of finish added for preservation. Brilliant shiny bores, mechanics are crisp. Case is very good with drying and craquelure to straps. Old cleaning rod also enclosed. 51433-2 JSL (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 2393

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*L.C. SMITH SPECIALTY GRADE SINGLE BARREL TRAP SHOTGUN.

SN 515. Cal. 12 ga. 34″ bbl. 2-3/4″ chamber. Choked Full. Full length matted ventilated top rib with ivory front bead. Gold bar is missing on top rib. Nickel plated sst, auto ejector, no safety. Replacement buttstock with novice checkered side panels and three-point checkered through the wrist. 14-7/8″ LOP over black decelerator pad. Beavertail forearm with schnable tip and banjo roll type release checkered in three-point pattern. Receiver with setter engraved on left, quail on right, surrounded by Specialty grade open scroll in typical pattern. Top lever has been blued. Weight: 8 lbs. 15 oz. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent as refurbished and customized, retaining nearly all custom and restored finish to both wood and metal. Mechanics are good, though ejector does not snap. Bore is bright and shiny. 51658-2 JSL (1,250-1,750) C&R; ESA – Lot 2394

*RARE AND DESIRABLE L.C. SMITH TRAP GRADE 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN FACTORY TWO BARREL SET.

SN RE127418. Cal. 12 ga. 32″ bbls, single front bead, concave matted rib. 2-3/4″ chambers, Full & Full chokes. Second set – 28″ bbls, single front bead, concave matted rib. CYL & MOD chokes. Both sets of bbls marked “TRAP GRADE” and have matching splinter forends with banjo type releases. Trap grade ejector, receiver with trap shooting scene on left lockplate and hunting scene on right lockplate. Single Miller trigger. Capped pistol grip Monte Carlo style buttstock. Hard rubber buttplate 1/2″ thick, marked “THE L.C. SMITH TRAP GUN”. LOP 13-5/8″ from single trigger in rear position, DAC 1″, DAH 2″. 3-position safety. Accompanied by factory letter which describes the gun being orig ordered with both sets of bbls. It was finished on December 13, 1929. According to the records, only 34 Trap Grades were shipped with a second set of factory bbls. PROVENANCE: The L.C. Smith Collection of Gerald Basham. CONDITION: Excellent. This rare factory two barrel set has remained in very nice mostly orig condition. 32″ bbls retain most of orig blue which is thinning in spots, no dings or dents. Bores are bright and unpitted. 28″ bbls retain majority of blue, thinning at muzzles, assorted handling marks from use, thinning slightly at breeches. Once again 2nd bbls are undented and bores are bright and unpitted. Each set of bbls has its correct matching forend, second forend marked “2” on underside. Receiver is nice, areas of color in protected areas. Slight areas of oxidation on breech balls. Engraving is sharp. Screws are very clean. Trigger bow retains most of its orig bright blue. Both forends and buttstock remain in very nice condition with assorted minor handling marks from use. May have at one time had finish added. All checkering is prominent. All wood is sound, fits nicely and with no typical cracks. This gun is tight and functions crisply, ejectors are strong. Top lever is to the right. This rare gun is a real survivor which remains in very nice condition. 51449-1 (1,250-2,000) C&R – Lot 2395

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*GORGEOUS LC SMITH 5E 12 GA GAME GUN.

SN 202561. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ chain Damascus bbls (gorgeous!), 2-3/4″ chambers, chokes are MOD/FULL. Full length matted top rib with brass front bead marked “MADE TO ORDER BY THE HUNTER ARMS CO. FULTON N.Y.” with gold bar near breech. Dbl triggers, auto ejectors, auto safety. Capped full pistol buttstock, checkered in 2-pt pattern with brass oval near grip cap marked “RUTLEDGE I. ODELL TO WILLIAM B. HO…” (remainder obliterated). 14″ LOP over serrated line HRBP. Splinter forearm with banjo roll-type release and ebony tip is near fully checkered. Receiver is engraved in typical early Grade 5 pattern with setters on left, pointers on right in game scene surrounded by well executed floral and scroll engraving. Bottom of receiver with beautiful floral bouquet and trigger guard bow with same. Small wedge of scroll at breech. Both lockplates marked “L.C. Smith” in banner and gold “S” on top tang for three position safety. Most likely engraved by Frank Mason. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain approx 98% vivid chain Damascus pattern which is bold and striking. Receiver retains approx 30-40% orig case colors that is somewhat hidden by engraving and lightly toned at bottom. Buttstock and forearm are excellent with minor scratches and retain most of their orig finish with a coat of finish added for preservation. Trigger guard has toned to a dark brown. Minute grain separation behind left lock, otherwise stocks are sound. Mechanics are crisp. Bores are bright and shiny with minor orange peel. A beautiful high grade LC Smith with inscription that should be further researched. 51690-2 JSL139 (9,500-12,000) C&R – Lot 2396

*L.C. SMITH 20 GA FIELD GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 10727. Cal. 20 ga. 26″ Armor steel bbl with 2-1/2″ chambers. Full length matted top rib with brass front bead. Dbl triggers, extractor, three-position auto safety. Capped full pistol gripped buttstock checkered in two-point pattern with 14″ LOP over ridge serrated lined HRBP. Field grade frame stamped “L.C. Smith” on both sides. Splinter forearm checkered in three-point pattern, with scarce Curtis push button release. Weight: 5 lbs. 15 oz. With Marlin Arms Co. Factory letter indicating, field Grade, 20 Gauge 26 inch barrels Plain ejector, regular frame and shipped from the factory Dec,22 1913. CONDITION: Very good and sound. Bbls retain 85-90% toned orig blue finish. Buttstock and forearm are sound and excellent with scattered scratches and hunting bumps throughout and retain 70-80% orig varnish. Receiver retains 30-40% orig case color. Trigger guard is well preserved and retains 75% toned orig blued finish. 51564-1 JSL (1,000-1,500) C&R – Lot 2397

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RARE MERIDEN MFG T-LATCH SHOTGUN AND A TRIPLETT & SCOTT RIFLE – THE EARLY PRODUCTS OF CHARLES PARKER SOLD TOGETHER FOR A DISCERNING COLLECTOR.

SN 419/ 1435. 1) 12 gauge, 28″ decarbonized steel bbl. Full length plain top rib with brass front bead. Lockplates lightly scroll engraved and marked “Meriden Man’fg Co./Meriden, Conn./For/Chas. Parker.”Straight grip buttstock nicely checkered with long trigger guard tang and full steel buttplate. This gun is a bar in wood action with “T-latch” lock on top tang. This is one of the first shotguns manufactured by Charles Parker under the Meriden Manufacturing Company name. The upper tang is marked “PATENTED NOV 13,1866”. The forearm is plain and attached to the underside of the barrel by a single screw. 2) Cal. 50 RF. Rare Civil War era repeating carbine with 30″ rnd bbl, pinched blade front sight & small ladder rear sight. Left side of breech block is marked “KENTUCKY”. It has usual company markings on receiver & top tang. Magazine tube is located on left lower side of receiver and extends down into buttstock. In addition this unusual carbine has two sling swivels at heel & toe of stock. Mounted with uncheckered American walnut with rnd forearm & straight stock with carbine buttplate. About 3,000 of these carbines with this bbl length were purchased by the State of Kentucky to arm the Kentucky Home Guard to protect supply lines for Sherman during his Atlanta campaign. They arrived too late to see Civil War service. CONDITION: 1) Very good. All metal surfaces have a mottled brownish/gray patina with dings/bulge on top of the barrels at the breech. The wood is good overall having been re-varnished some time ago and there is cracking on the bottom of the stock ahead of the trigger guard, a repair behind the right lock and some age cracks on the bottom right side which have been filled. The checkering is worn smooth. Action is loose. Bores are fair, with scattered pitting throughout. Front trigger is an old replacement. Very rare and collectible. 2) Very fine. Bbl & breechblock retain 85% strong orig blue and receiver and some of its orig case hardening, perhaps as much as 40% overall. Stock are excellent. Mechanics are fine, though hammer will not hold cock. Bright shiny bore with scattered pitting. 51393-7 JSL (2,500-4,500) – Lot 2398

RARE HUNTER ARMS FIRST PRIZE LENOX VASE.

8″ Trophy vase by Lenox with portrait of springer spaniel is marked “Hunter Arms Co” “First Prize” in gold on back. Well done dog portrait is signed “Breidel”. CONDITION: Fine, with minor chips around base. 51788-1 MGM111 (2,500-4,000) – Lot 2399

*EXCELLENT AND RARE A.H. FOX SPE GRADE 20 GA SHOTGUN.

SN 203980. Cal. 20 ga. 28″ Chromox solid rib bbl with 2-3/4″ chambers. Choked Mod/Imp Mod. Full length matted top rib with twin ivory beads. Sgl selective trigger, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Capped full pistol grip buttstock checkered in two-point pattern with serrated lined HRBP and 13-1/4″ LOP from rear position sgl trigger. Large beaver tail forearm checkered on sides with Deeley release. Unengraved receiver. Weight: 6 lbs. 8 oz. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain 98% restored blued finish with some wear on the right side of bbl from the forearm. The remaining parts retain 98% original striped cyanide case color. The wood is also excellent with a few scattered minor dings and scratches, and sharp checkering. Small grain separations behind top tang, left side of frame and forearm at knuckle. Rib extension slightly raised. Mechanics very good. Trigger works, bores are bright and shiny. These guns are quite scarce and this is one of the very last produced and remains in outstanding condition. 51345-1 JSL (4,000-7,000) C&R – Lot 2400

*LOVELY A.H. FOX XE GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 21812. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, IC/M chokes. Bbl wedge engraving. Double ivory beads. Concave rib. Krupp steel bbls. Deeply engraved receiver & metal work in X grade style with 2 ducks on left, 2 quail on right & “low head” fox on belly. Kautzky single selective trigger in center position. Auto ejectors. Splinter forend with ribbon in checkering pattern. Buttstock is nicely grained & figured with ribbon in grip checkering. Solid red Silvers pad. LOP 14-1/8″ over pad. DAC 1-3/4″. DAH 2-7/8″. Auto safety. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Bbls retain a majority of blue, with thinning & handling marks. Bbls appear professionally shortened with chokes opened. Small hole drilled in left bbl flat. Receiver & metal work have toned to a pleasing silver. Screws very nice. Forend is shorter than typically seen with flat ebony wedge tip, gives the appearance of factory work. Color of forend is darker than buttstock. Nice finish on buttstock with light bumps & handling marks. Pad is compressed at heel & chipping at toe. Top lever at center. Gun is tight, crisp mechanics, strong ejectors slightly out of time. 51501-1 (3,500-5,500) C&R; ESA – Lot 2401

*A.H. FOX XE GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 26238. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ #4 WT bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, IC/F chokes. Twin ivory beads. Engraved wedges at breeches. Beautifully engraved XE ejector receiver with 2 ducks on left side, 2 quail on right side & high head fox on belly. Filed breech balls. Top tang lock screw. Double triggers. Auto ejectors. XE Style long splinter forend with fluted ebony tip. Half pistol grip. Red White Line vented pad. LOP 14-1/4″ over pad. DAC 1-1/2″. DAH 2-5/8″. Auto safety. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls retain most of their blue which was likely reapplied years ago, bbl wedge engraving slightly muted. Dings on underside of both bbls approx 14″ from muzzle. Bright mirror bores with dings showing through. Receiver, trigger bow & forend metal are devoid of most of its color & toning to patinaed silver. Engraving remains sharp. Screws are nice. Wood remains sound with light checkering. Underside of forend with slight bumps & grain check by metal. Buttstock fits nicely with some light chipping along top tang. Rear portion of buttstock showing light refinish after pad fitted. Minor bumps & bruises. Top lever right. Gun is tight, crisp mechanics, strong ejectors. 51501-2 (3,500-5,500) C&R; ESA – Lot 2402

Revised: 4/6/2017

Ivory Note due to ivory beads. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meet the standard for sale under ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase.

*SCARCE A.H. FOX XE 12 GA GAME GUN.

SN 25984. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ Chromox steel bbls. 2-3/4″ chambers. Choked Mod/Full. Full length matted top rib with twin ivory beads. Engraved oak leaf pattern at breech. Water Table and bbl flats marked with contemporary “FE” stamping, and orig “X” grade designation. Receiver is near fully engraved in standard XE pattern with duck on right, quail on left, and marked “Ansley H. Fox” all surrounded by flowing oak leaf engraving. Bottom of frame with fox at front, oak leaf pattern on trigger plate. Dbl triggers, auto ejectors, auto safety. Capped full pistol grip buttstock checkered in flowing two-point pattern with checkered side panels and 15″-1/4″ LOP over solid red Silver’s type pad with 1″ wood extension at butt. Splinter forearm with Deeley release checkered in two-point pattern with triangular ebony tip. Rebated frame. Trigger guard with oak leaf pattern and initials of an early owner which appear to be inlaid in silver “CDR”? Housed in a light brown leather takedown case with light green felt interior. Also accompanied by a 2002 Roe Clark letter describing this gun as orig shipped. Weight: 7 lbs. 14 oz. CONDITION: Excellent as refurbished. Bbls retain nearly all of a professionally restored rust-blue finish. Receiver retains virtually all of its professionally restored bone and charcoal case hardened finish, and appears to be a high quality reasonably close reproduction of orig Fox colors. Buttstock and forearm are excellent as restored, and retain most of their professionally restored high-gloss finish with minor handling marks throughout. Case is excellent with only minor handling marks. 51406-1 JSL (3,250-5,250) C&R – Lot 2403

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