MASSIVE 8 GAUGE L. C. SMITH GRADE 2 WATERFOWLER.

MASSIVE 8 GAUGE L. C. SMITH GRADE 2 WATERFOWLER. SN 42022. (1896) Cal. 8 ga. With only 31 having been made, any no. 2 grade in 8 bore is extremely scarce, especially when in fine condition, as these big guns were invariably used in harsh environments. This particular example has 32″ chain Damascus bbls. Case hardened action has typical 2 grade engraving and features automatic safety. Relatively plain European walnut capped semi-pistol grip buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over 5/8″ thick hard rubber grooved buttplate. It feels as if lead has been added to butt to improve balance. Point pattern checkering with line border wraps over top of grip. Matching splinter forend has ebony tip, and hard rubber dog’s head medallion set into open central diamond of checkering pattern. Bore diameter: left -.850, right -.850. Bore restrictions: left -.060, right -.060. Wall thickness: left -.070, right -.068. Drop at heel: 3″, drop at comb: 1-3/4″. Weight: 13 lbs. 4 oz. LOP 14-3/8″. CONDITION: Fine. Bbls retain 50 – 60% orig brown which has darkened and browned considerably around forend, but Damascus pattern remains quite vivid toward muzzles. Some peaning is evident at top rear of left bbl as bbls appear to have been dropped. Action retains a considerable amount of orig case hardening color, is mostly bright silver from fading of color with some brown patina around bottom. There is pinprick pitting on left side of water table which spills out slightly onto action bar, and there is corresponding pitting on bbl flats. Stocks retain most of what appears to be their orig varnish finish, which has worn through and darkened at grip and comb, and shows numerous minor marks and dents. Checkering is worn. There is a small area beneath right lock which has split out and been repaired, and there are incipient 3/4″ cracks behind each lockplate. Bores are excellent, bright and shiny with only one or 2 very minor pits toward muzzle of right bbl. Action is tight. 4-38885 MGM89 (10,000-15,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2011

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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	1264	$11,500.00	MASSIVE 8 GAUGE L. C. SMITH GRADE 2 WATERFOWLER. SN 42022. (1896) Cal. 8 ga. With only 31 having been made, any no. 2 grade in 8 bore is extremely scarce, especially when in fine condition, as these big guns were invariably used in harsh environments. This particular example has 32″ chain Damascus bbls. Case hardened action has typical 2 grade engraving and features automatic safety. Relatively plain European walnut capped semi-pistol grip buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over 5/8″ thick hard rubber grooved buttplate. It feels as if lead has been added to butt to improve balance. Point pattern checkering with line border wraps over top of grip. Matching splinter forend has ebony tip, and hard rubber dog’s head medallion set into open central diamond of checkering pattern. Bore diameter: left -.850, right -.850. Bore restrictions: left -.060, right -.060. Wall thickness: left -.070, right -.068. Drop at heel: 3″, drop at comb: 1-3/4″. Weight: 13 lbs. 4 oz. LOP 14-3/8″. CONDITION: Fine. Bbls retain 50 – 60% orig brown which has darkened and browned considerably around forend, but Damascus pattern remains quite vivid toward muzzles. Some peaning is evident at top rear of left bbl as bbls appear to have been dropped. Action retains a considerable amount of orig case hardening color, is mostly bright silver from fading of color with some brown patina around bottom. There is pinprick pitting on left side of water table which spills out slightly onto action bar, and there is corresponding pitting on bbl flats. Stocks retain most of what appears to be their orig varnish finish, which has worn through and darkened at grip and comb, and shows numerous minor marks and dents. Checkering is worn. There is a small area beneath right lock which has split out and been repaired, and there are incipient 3/4″ cracks behind each lockplate. Bores are excellent, bright and shiny with only one or 2 very minor pits toward muzzle of right bbl. Action is tight. 4-38885 MGM89 (10,000-15,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2011 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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