There were 6 grades, E D C B A AA. Serial should be 2000-2500. Grade F added in 1889. 1892 Ideal or G grade added. 1899 I and DS were added. Grade should appear under forearm stock. Must know if barrelled in damascus or krupp steel? Company was sold in 1906. Must know single or double trigger and if any engravings. Respond for value. Also, looking for Fox Sterlingsworth, 1927! (Avid side by side collector)
The Lefever was mfg. in 1935.
If it is a double, remove barrel and you will see it along with serial #.
around $6000
1927
Requires professional appraisal.
Turn of the century.
The Lefever Model H double barrel shotgun with a serial number of 30025 was manufactured in 1908. Lefever Arms Company produced this model between 1900 and 1915, and the serial numbers can help pinpoint the production year.
The best that I can do is say that the Lefever Nitro special was made from 1921-1948.
The date of manufacture for a Lefever Arms Company double barrel shotgun can typically be determined by its serial number, but specific records for Lefever shotguns are limited. For serial number 351624, it is generally estimated to have been manufactured around the early 1920s. For a precise date, you may need to consult a dedicated firearms historian or reference guide specific to Lefever shotguns.
Blue Book of Gun Values
The value of a Lefever double barrel 20 gauge shotgun in good condition typically ranges from $1,000 to $3,000, depending on factors such as the specific model, age, and any unique features or historical significance. Prices can vary significantly based on market demand and the shotgun's provenance. For an accurate appraisal, it's advisable to consult a knowledgeable firearms dealer or appraiser.
To get a parts breakdown you would need to take the shotgun into a gun store. The store will be able to provide an estimate, or order new parts.