Lot 4705: Hunter Arms/L. C. Smith Crown Grade Double Barrel Shotgun
Scarce Factory Engraved Hunter Arms/L. C. Smith Crown Grade Double Barrel Shotgun
Auction Location: Bedford, TX
Auction Date: June 23, 2024
Lot 4705: Hunter Arms/L. C. Smith Crown Grade Double Barrel Shotgun
Scarce Factory Engraved Hunter Arms/L. C. Smith Crown Grade Double Barrel Shotgun
Auction Location: Bedford, TX
Auction Date: June 23, 2024
Estimated Price: $4,000 - $6,000
Price Realized:
Scarce Factory Engraved Hunter Arms/L. C. Smith Crown Grade Double Barrel Shotgun
Manufacturer: Hunter Arms Company
Model: Crown Grade
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 32 inch vent rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
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Item Interest: Active
Serial Number: 
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Description:
This scarce Crown Grade is one of only 842 made by Hunter Arms Co. according to page 96 of William Brophy's "L. C. Smith Shotguns" with fewer still having a Hunter One Trigger, beavertail forend, and a vent rib barrel. Chambers measured 2 3/4" with ejectors, chokes measured full/full, and 14" LOP.
Rating Definition:
Very fine, refinished barrels with some light spotting, minor pitting, silvered action, and light handling evidence. Wood has a few small cracks at the rear of the locks and a few small dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.
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