In order to determine the age of Lefever shotgun, the serial number must be known. However, Lefever shotguns were only made and distributed between 1885-1916.
1896.
1927.
Examine with high power magnification.
If it doesn't say Lefever somewhere on the gun, I don't think you have a Lefever.
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Your shotgun was manufactured in 1923, by Ithica Guns which took over the Lefever brand when they acquired the corporation in 1916.
To determine the age of your Lefever Arms Co. double barrel shotgun with serial number 2492, you can reference production records or databases specific to Lefever firearms. Generally, Lefever shotguns were produced between the late 1800s and early 1900s, with serial numbers providing clues to their manufacturing date. Based on the serial number you provided, your shotgun is likely from the early 1900s, but for precise dating, consulting a firearms expert or reference book on Lefever shotguns is recommended.
According to doublegunshop.com the year of mfg would be 1922
To determine the age of a 410 LeFever Nitro Special shotgun with the serial number A205871, you would need to consult the production records of the LeFever Arms Company. Generally, LeFever shotguns were produced from the early 1900s until the late 1940s. Based on the serial number, this specific model likely dates back to the 1930s. For an exact year, reference to a detailed serial number chart or records would be necessary.
LeFever is one.
Ithaca Firearms manufactured the Lefever Nitro Special shotgun with serial numbers between 101600 and 119899 in 1922.
The average cost of a Lefever Nitro Special shotgun at auction is $650. This amount may be higher or lower depending on the condition of the gun.