The best that I can do is say that the Lefever Nitro special was made from 1921-1948.
The Lefever was mfg. in 1935.
The best that I can say is that the Lefever Nitro special was made from 1921-1948.I do not know if the serial numbers to year of production is available in the public domain.
The Ithaca Gun Company acquired Lefever Arms in 1916, and manufactured the Lefever Nitro Special between 1921 and 1947. The serial number on your gun indicates it is an "A Grade" made in 1937.
Ithaca Firearms manufactured the Lefever Nitro Special after it purchased Lefever Arms Co. in 1916. This model was made between 1921 and 1947; the serial number indicates yours was made in 1929.
1927
Your shotgun was manufactured in 1923, by Ithica Guns which took over the Lefever brand when they acquired the corporation in 1916.
Around 1926-1927 They were first made in 1921, production ended in 1927..
The shotguns were manufactured by Ithaca from 1921 through 1947. Yours was manufactured in 1928.
I can say that the LeFever Nitro Special was made from 1921-1948.I do not know if the serial numbers by year of production are available in the public domain.You may have the Grade A field model due to the engraved ducks on the side.These were made from 1934-1942.Barrel length was available from 26in.-32in,of which your shotgun fits.
Based on the serial number, your shotgun was manufactured in 1923. Without knowing the condition and other options, a value cannot be determined,
Made in 1925