*VERY FINE AND RARE L. C. SMITH “EAGLE” GRADE SINGLE TRIGGER EJECTOR STRAIGHT GRIP SHOTGUN.

SN 216931. (1913) Cal. 12 ga. This fine old gun was made during the first year of production of the “Eagle” grade, and has 30″ bbls with matted rib marked “L. C. SMITH EAGLE GRADE” and “HUNTER ARMS CO M’F’R’S FULTON, NY” on tops. Bbl flats are stamped with SN and grade. Case hardened standard weight action with non-automatic safety and selective Hunter One trigger, is engraved in the unique “eagle” grade manner, with approx 50% coverage large scroll, as counterpoint to relief engraved birds on lockplates and top lever. A flying pheasant is on left lock, and a flying mallard on right. A flying eagle is on top lever pivot. On this particular early gun, these engravings are exceptionally well done, especially the pheasant. “L. C. SMITH” is in English script on each lockplate. Scroll engraved trigger guard has SN on tang. Nicely marbled European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over reproduction NOSHOC pad. Point pattern checkering with line borders is at grip. Matching splinter ejector forend with inlet ebony tip, has usual J-spring along with secondary roll release in guitar shaped escutcheon. Bore diameter: left -.731, right – .730. Bore restrictions: left – .038 (extra full), right – .039 (extra full). Wall thickness: left – .027, right – .027. Drop at heel: 2-3/16″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Neutral cast. Weight: 7 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. 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 partially refinished. Bbls have nearly all of a well done rust blue, with some subsequent light marks. Action retains 70% orig color. Lockplates retain nearly all of their color. Trigger guard retains most of an old re-blue, engraving slightly softened. Stocks retain most of what appears to be their orig finish, with numerous light marks and scratches. Checkering is slightly worn. Some diamonds are flattened on forend. Bores are excellent, with some light scratches. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. Trigger works. Loop has been re-soldered. A truly elegant L. C. Smith. Approx 580 “Eagle” grades were made in all gauges, around 440 in twelve gauge. 51751-3 MGM162 (4,000-6,000) C&R; ESA – Lot 1440

Auction: Firearms - April 2017

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	1440	$6,325.00	VERY FINE AND RARE L. C. SMITH “EAGLE” GRADE SINGLE TRIGGER EJECTOR STRAIGHT GRIP SHOTGUN. SN 216931. (1913) Cal. 12 ga. This fine old gun was made during the first year of production of the “Eagle” grade, and has 30″ bbls with matted rib marked “L. C. SMITH EAGLE* GRADE” and “HUNTER ARMS CO M’F’R’S FULTON, NY” on tops. Bbl flats are stamped with SN and grade. Case hardened standard weight action with non-automatic safety and selective Hunter One trigger, is engraved in the unique “eagle” grade manner, with approx 50% coverage large scroll, as counterpoint to relief engraved birds on lockplates and top lever. A flying pheasant is on left lock, and a flying mallard on right. A flying eagle is on top lever pivot. On this particular early gun, these engravings are exceptionally well done, especially the pheasant. “L. C. SMITH” is in English script on each lockplate. Scroll engraved trigger guard has SN on tang. Nicely marbled European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over reproduction NOSHOC pad. Point pattern checkering with line borders is at grip. Matching splinter ejector forend with inlet ebony tip, has usual J-spring along with secondary roll release in guitar shaped escutcheon. Bore diameter: left -.731, right – .730. Bore restrictions: left – .038 (extra full), right – .039 (extra full). Wall thickness: left – .027, right – .027. Drop at heel: 2-3/16″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Neutral cast. Weight: 7 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. 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 partially refinished. Bbls have nearly all of a well done rust blue, with some subsequent light marks. Action retains 70% orig color. Lockplates retain nearly all of their color. Trigger guard retains most of an old re-blue, engraving slightly softened. Stocks retain most of what appears to be their orig finish, with numerous light marks and scratches. Checkering is slightly worn. Some diamonds are flattened on forend. Bores are excellent, with some light scratches. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. Trigger works. Loop has been re-soldered. A truly elegant L. C. Smith. Approx 580 “Eagle” grades were made in all gauges, around 440 in twelve gauge. 51751-3 MGM162 (4,000-6,000) C&R; ESA – Lot 1440 Auction: Firearms - April 2017 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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*VERY FINE AND RARE L. C. SMITH “EAGLE” GRADE SINGLE TRIGGER EJECTOR STRAIGHT GRIP SHOTGUN.