Description:
Lefever EE Grade 12 Gauge SxS **REDUCED PRICE**
BEAUTIFUL DAMASCUS, MIRROR BORES, 1905
General Specs: Lefever, Year 1905, 12 Gauge, 7lbs 9oz, Side by Side
Serial Number: 49685
Most who pursue American doubles are aware that Lefever Arms Co. of Syracuse, N.Y. produced very elegant shotguns. The engraving is better than most in its tasteful application, the frames were ornately sculpted and shaped, and the workmanship overall was superior to the competition of the day. With the last Lefever being produced in 1919, Lefever produced relatively few guns; in the range of 50.000 or so in all grades and gauges, most being lower grade guns. Mr. Elliot’s book “Uncle Dan Lefever— Master Gunmaker” notes there were few high grade Lefevers produced, and most gunners that search for fine American vintage double guns are aware that there are few Lefever EE Grade guns ever seen for sale, especially in great original condition. MOST IMPORTANTLY, THIS LEFEVER, SN49685 MADE IN 1905, RETAINS PLENTY OF FACTORY ORIGINAL CASE COLORS. A Lefever EE Grade 12ga. is not a rare gun, but in this condition it is not often seen. The EE Grade is high enough to show Lefever elegance in the engraving, wood figure, and fit/finish. Sporting 30" fine damascus barrels with mirror bores choked IC/F, with a minimum barrel wall thickness of 27 thou, ejectors that are strong and timed, and a gorgeous well figured walnut stock, she is ready to take waterfowl, upland, or clays for you with high style. This is a fine, investment quality Lefever that will always be a highly sought after gun.
Barrels
Barrel Length: 30"******
Chokes: .012/.033 IC/F******
Bores: mirror******
Bore Diameter: .730/.731******
Wall Thickness: .027 both******
% Blue: 99% damascus******
Chambers: 2 3/4"******
Ribs: tight******
Sights: double ivory******
Action
Action: tight, right of center******
Ejectors or Extractors: ejectors, timed******
Case Color: 75% patina'd******
Screws: excellent******
Engraving: excellent, Clear, sharp******
Trigger Type: double, crisp******
Trigger Guard Color: 95% case colored patina'd******
Stock
Type: capped pistol grip/splinter forend******
LOP: 13 5/8"******
LOP To End Of Wood: 12 5/8"******
DAH: 2 1/2"******
DAC: 1 5/8"******
Cast: 0******
Checkering Condition: excellent******
Butt Treatment: new silvers******
There are more photos upon request. We offer a 30 day mechanical warranty on this fine shotgun. Call us for full details. 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!
We employ a full time gunsmith on premises and can perform alterations to suit your needs within a few weeks of purchase.
Condition:
Used, Minor Wear
Brand:
Lefever
Model:
49685
Caliber:
12 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******
If you have any questions about this item or payment, please email or call us directly. Thanks! Jay Shachter, Vintage Firearms, Inc
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.
