Description:
Ithaca NID Field Grade 16 Gauge SxS Shotgun
1941, AWESOME FACTORY WOOD, 75% CASE COLOR
General Specs: Ithaca, Year 1941, 16 Gauge, 6lbs 8oz, Side by Side
Serial Number: 468031
The Ithaca NID, or “NEW ITHACA DOUBLE” was introduced in 1926 and replaced the Flues Model that ran from 1909 to 1926. The NID was touted as having a brutishly strong action, lightning fast lock times with coil springs, some of the finest wood and checkering per grade of any maker. The double gun industry was already failing as the NID was released, and only 32,000 or so were made in all grades and gauges. Compare that to the 250,000 Parkers made and you see there are not many to be had. As most are aware, Field Grade guns from any maker usually saw hard use gathering food and scattering pests, so to find one in nice, factory original condition is unusual. This NID, sn 468031 made in 1941, is one of the “survivors”. Exceptionally well balanced and weighing 6 1/2lbs., this gun retains most all of its factory finishes and has not been altered from its original shipping configuration. As the factory realized the side by side was not going to stay in production they started using up the inventory of parts and wood, with some Field Grades getting higher grade wood, this being a fine example of that fact. All gun guys love fine walnut, and this little NID has knock out figure and finish. Even a Field Grade gun can be “investment quality” and this one with all of the condition is just that; a great bird and clays gun that will gain value as you enjoy its use.
Barrels
Barrel Length: 26"*****
Chokes: M/F .018/.032*****
Bores: excellent*****
Bore Diameter: .667 both*****
Wall Thickness: .030/.031*****
% Blue: 92%*****
Chambers: 2 3/4"*****
Ribs: tight*****
Sights: single*****
Action
Action: tight, centered*****
Ejectors or Extractors: extractors*****
Case Color: 75% factory*****
Screws: excellent*****
Engraving: clear border *****
Trigger Type: double, excellent, crisp*****
Trigger Guard Color: grey/brown*****
Stock
Type: capped pistol grip/splinter forend/ lots of figure!!*****
LOP: 14"*****
LOP To End Of Wood: 13 3/4"*****
DAH: 2 7/8"*****
DAC: 1 11/16"*****
Cast: 0*****
Checkering Condition: excellent, factory*****
Butt Treatment: factory plate*****
Other
There are more photos upon request. We offer a 30 day mechanical warranty on this fine shotgun. PLEASE SEE MY OTHER FINE VINTAGE FIREARMS. Just open one of my ads and click on the line that says “see all items from this seller” and a very nice list of fine sporting and collectible arms will appear. I have many more fine sxs shotguns not yet listed. Thanks for looking!
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We employ a full time gunsmith on premises and can perform alterations to suit your needs within a few weeks of purchase.
If you have any questions about this item or payment, please email or call us directly. Thanks! Vintage Firearms, Inc
Condition:
Used, Minor Wear
Caliber:
16 Gauge
Location:
MI
Trades Accepted:
Shipping Notes: Payment Methods: Money Order, Certified Check, Personal Check, Wire Transfer *****
Inspection Period / Return Policy: Three Days from the date the item was received. *****
Sales Tax: 6% Michigan Only *****
Shipping & Insurance: Ground $45.00 We ship internationally! *****
Item Condition: Used *****
Requires FFL?: Yes*****
LET ME SELL YOUR GUNS!!! As you can see, I do a thorough job, am nationally known, and have hundreds of existing customers looking for your gun! Federally licensed dealer of Classic American Doubles, i.e. Fox, Parker, Ithaca, L.C. Smith, Lefever. Guns must be shipped to licensed dealer. Layaways accepted. No returns on layaways. I BUY SHOTGUNS, COLLECTIONS OR ONE AT A TIME.
