I have the same model as you. I inherited from my great grandpa, and to the point of my understanding it was distrubuted around the 1930's.
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Crescent Fire Arms Company was the manufacturer of the Nitro Hunter shotgun. It was as an exclusive in-house brand of Belknap Hardware in Louisville.
MOST I HAVE FOUND ARE FROM $100-$200---LET ME KNOW IF IT IS FOR SALE
The value of a 1913 Steven 12 gauge single shot nitro special depends on its condition. This gun in excellent condition is valued between 75.00 and 100.00 as of 2014.
The value of a sears nitro excel 16 gauge single-shot shotgun can vary widely depending on its condition, rarity and any unique features it may have. Firearms values change overtime and may not have significant collectors value.
Is there any more to the name? Vorisek lists only single shot guns marked only "Nitro".
Single barrel, tops out at $75. Double-barrel, tops out at $175. sales@countrygunsmith.net
The value of a Nitro Hunter 16 gauge double barrel shotgun, specifically the model 812 with full choke, can vary based on its condition, age, and any unique features. Generally, such shotguns can range from $300 to $800, with well-maintained or collectible examples potentially fetching more. For an accurate appraisal, it's best to consult a firearms expert or check recent sales of similar models.
The "Nitro" refers to smokeless powder, so certainly not much before 1900, probably a few years later. The "and Tool" part of the name was not used after 1916.
To determine the age of a Nitro Hunter 16 gauge shotgun based on its serial number, you would typically need to consult the manufacturer's records or a reliable firearms reference guide. Different manufacturers have different systems for dating their firearms. If you provide the serial number, you might be able to find specific information through online databases or by contacting the manufacturer directly.
Ithaca Gun Co. manufactured your Lefever Nitro Special in 1940.