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Another is this LeFever Optimus with 28 inch barrels choked M/F. These are the only two pictures I have of this one.
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Nice guns Rich!
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I do not know how to bring up photos , check out 16ga revisit if someone can bring it up thanks Gary
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I cannot truthfully make a decision between my Parker DHE 16/20 and my L C Smith FWE. Both have 32" barrels. I know it may sound crazy that I might favor a Field Grade Smith as much as a DHE Parker. But, the Smith was a first love, and one never forgets their first love. "Sweet sixteen I will never forget." (Talking Heads, "Take Me To The River").
FWE, HOT, 32" barrels. Rare option set for a field grade Smith  DHE Parker, 32" barrels 
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Boston Show 1898:
It must be my favorite, since it’s the only 16 I own. Damascus 28” GH #858XX.
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I have two, a 1 1/2grade Ithaca Flues and an Ithaca NID4E and I have to say I think my preference actually leans toward the Flues.
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One of my favorites, 16 bore Armas Lario Como from Val Trompio built pre-war, 28" "Fiat" steel barrels, Cyl and full chokes. A second tier gun by a local craftsman or craftsmen, but I kind of like it.
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