*RARE HIGH CONDITION .410 LEFEVER “A” GRADE SKEET GUN.

SN 301027. Cal. .410 ga. 3″ Chambers. 26″ Bbls with raised, matted rib mounting “certifiable pre-ban ivory” mid and synthetic red front beads, are stamped “LEFEVER ARMS, BRANCH ITHACA GUN CO INC, ITHACA, N.Y.” and “LEFEVER A GRADE” on tops. Case hardened boxlock action is stamped with SN, “A” and “410” on water table, and features automatic safety, single trigger, and automatic ejectors. Plain American walnut stocks feature typical checkering, pistol grip cap, and ribbed buttplate. Matching beavertail forend has inlet triangular ebony tip. Bore diameter at muzzles: left-.402, right -.408. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Weight: 6 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. PROVENANCE: Letter from Walter Snyder with factory records stating it was shipped on Aug 7, 1937, with copy of orig invoice, ledger page, and a note that it is one of only 13 “A” grades made in 1937″ and “only 3 known at this time to exist”. Special Note: This item contains or is made of ivory. Do not bid on this lot unless you have read and agreed to our "Ivory Position Statement" and the "Waiver of Legal and Financial Risk to James D. Julia in regards to your Purchase of an Ivory Object." This information is located in the front section of our catalog. CONDITION: Excellent, near new, appears essentially unfired, with only a few minor marks on wood and metal., most notably, a fair size scratch on left top of beavertail, and some chipping of varnish on comb of buttstock. 5 or 6 diamonds are missing from checkering. Blue of secondary forend release has some silvering and freckling. Mechanically crisp. These guns are exceedingly rare in any condition, this pristine example is truly exceptional. 49290-7 MGM49 C&R; IVORY (7,500-12,500) – Lot 2348

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Auction: Firearms - October 2015

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
	2348	$6,325.00	RARE HIGH CONDITION .410 LEFEVER “A” GRADE SKEET GUN. SN 301027. Cal. .410 ga. 3″ Chambers. 26″ Bbls with raised, matted rib mounting “certifiable pre-ban ivory” mid and synthetic red front beads, are stamped “LEFEVER ARMS, BRANCH ITHACA GUN CO INC, ITHACA, N.Y.” and “LEFEVER A GRADE” on tops. Case hardened boxlock action is stamped with SN, “A” and “410” on water table, and features automatic safety, single trigger, and automatic ejectors. Plain American walnut stocks feature typical checkering, pistol grip cap, and ribbed buttplate. Matching beavertail forend has inlet triangular ebony tip. Bore diameter at muzzles: left-.402, right -.408. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Weight: 6 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. PROVENANCE: Letter from Walter Snyder with factory records stating it was shipped on Aug 7, 1937, with copy of orig invoice, ledger page, and a note that it is one of only 13 “A” grades made in 1937″ and “only 3 known at this time to exist”. Special Note:* This item contains or is made of ivory. Do not bid on this lot unless you have read and agreed to our "Ivory Position Statement" and the "Waiver of Legal and Financial Risk to James D. Julia in regards to your Purchase of an Ivory Object." This information is located in the front section of our catalog. CONDITION: Excellent, near new, appears essentially unfired, with only a few minor marks on wood and metal., most notably, a fair size scratch on left top of beavertail, and some chipping of varnish on comb of buttstock. 5 or 6 diamonds are missing from checkering. Blue of secondary forend release has some silvering and freckling. Mechanically crisp. These guns are exceedingly rare in any condition, this pristine example is truly exceptional. 49290-7 MGM49 C&R; IVORY (7,500-12,500) – Lot 2348 Click here to view provenance Auction: Firearms - October 2015 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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*RARE HIGH CONDITION .410 LEFEVER “A” GRADE SKEET GUN.