To determine the age of an LC Smith shotgun, check the serial number, which is typically found on the bottom of the receiver. The company produced shotguns from 1886 to 1950, and specific serial number ranges correspond to production years. You can refer to reference books or online databases that provide serial number lists to pinpoint the exact year of manufacture. Additionally, examining features like the type of engraving and design can help further refine its age.
A 1936 LC Smith shotgun is worth a differing amount of money depending on what condition it is in. Some collectors will pay as much as $1,400.
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To determine the year your LC Smith shotgun was made, you can check the serial number located on the water table of the receiver. The LC Smith Company produced firearms from the late 19th century until the mid-20th century, and specific serial number ranges correspond to certain production years. Reference charts or databases available online, or consult the LC Smith Collectors Association, can help you match your serial number to its production date. Additionally, examining any patent dates or markings on the gun may provide further clues about its age.
L.C. Smith and his family produced guns but are not of Smith and Wesson fame. He is, however, the namesake for the L.C. Smith Shotgun.
The value of a Fox Sterling or LC Smith shotgun can vary significantly based on factors such as condition, model, age, and historical significance. Generally, Fox Sterlingworth shotguns are highly regarded and can command high prices, especially if they are in excellent condition. However, certain models of LC Smith shotguns, particularly those that are rare or in exceptional condition, can also be quite valuable. Ultimately, the worth of each shotgun depends on the specific characteristics and the current market demand.
Go to lcsmith.org. Scroll onto shotguns, click on history. From 1888 to 1945 the Hunter Arms Company manufactured the LC Smith shotgun. In 1945, Marlin bought Hunter and made the LC Smith until 1951. And again from 1968 until 1973.
Hunter Arms Company, Fulton, New York
The name pretty much describes the gun. It's an LC Smith Specialty grade single barrel trap shotgun. They were made from about 1917 to 1940. The single barrel trap is a gun made strictly for the game of trap shooting. The Specialty grade is about mid range in the LC Smith grades and features a moderate amount of hand engraving. The action was case colored, most are worn to a silvery color today and the amount of original case color remaining can help determine the wear and value of the gun. There is an active LC Smith collectors group, just Google LC Smith. Value of these guns like all old guns is based on the condition. Anywhere from 650 to 3000 dollars, depending on originality and condition. Look up the collectors association, one meber is documenting this LC Smith model. Hope this helps.
LC Smith
It should be marked on the barrels near the breach.
its a 1910 16 gauge not a 12
To figure out the actual value of a LC Smith shotgun (Elsie) you need to gather as much information about the gun your either selling or looking to buy. Aside from the different gauges you have to consider barrel length, single or double trigger, grade and so on. LC Smith shotguns were originally built by LC Smith but later sold to Hunter Arms and finally Marlin. Gather all the above informaiton you can about your gun and start searching the internet action sites like "Gunsamerica", Gunbroker, GunsAmerica and so on. Look at some of the ones on there and compair them to yours and that should put you pretty darn close.