LC Smith 16 ga Specialty Grade 2 barrel set.

[Brian H]

Need a quick piece of "value" advice on a 16 gauge LC Smith Specialty grade factory 2 barrel set. I have not seen the gun for some time but may have the opportunity to buy it in the next day or two. The factory letter dating it to 1926 with the 30" and 28" barrels listed is included. It has ejectors but can't remember if it is a single trigger but I believe so??? It was in what appeared to be a original period case. Overall I remember it to be a nice original gun with 50% case color, 80% barrel blue, screws are clean and wood free of major defects with a after market recoil pad making the LOP 14"+.

I know pictures speak to a guns condition but I will have to make a decision on the spot when I look at it so I need to be prepared. Any advice to help me in the right direction would be greatly appreciated.

Best regards!

[Phil C]

I will share what I know. I own and have owned some nice LC Smiths. Hunter one triggers can be a little troublesome, but there are a few guys that can do a good job of getting the trigger squared away if there are issues. Beside the obvious things to look for on any SXS is the cracking that developers on many Smiths behind the lock plates.
As far as the Specialty 16 with 2 barrels that letters this way it's a very desirable gun. Only. About 700 Specialty grades were made in 16 gauge and only about a dozen lettered to have 2 barrel sets. Most had ejectors and about half had Hunter one selective trigger. Non selective are rare as well as beaver for ends, and vent ribs. Good Luck.
Ps James Stubbendieck wrote the L C Smith production record book that is a wealth of knowledge and a must for anyone that likes Smiths.

[Brian H]

I looked at the gun tonight and it is interesting to say the least, a 16 gauge Specialty with 2 barrels, 30" measures 0.032/0.032 choke and a 28 1/2" set measures 0.004/0.009 choke. The 28 1/2" barrels have the same indent on the top and bottom rib at the muzzle and bead placement that the 30" do making them look original???? The Cody letter does not mention a 2 barrel set but they sure look 100% factory original. The forearm and barrel set each have a corresponding 1 and 2 stamped on the iron and barrel. It is a SST pistol grip with ejectors and the wood is in great shape with exception of a 7/8" pad making the LOP 13 7/8" to the single trigger. Metal is original with 85%+ barrel blue and only trace case color left. Sorry but I can not post pictures yet. Any additional help on value would be appreciated.

[Larry the Gun Guy]

I'll help out here;

BUY IT!

[B. Dudley]

What is the asking price???

[Brian H]

Asking price is the question, someplace in the $3k to $3.8k range

[Bill Murphy]

Sounds very reasonable if the gun has the "original look".

[Brian H]

Here it is, pretty cool gun in very good condition, wood has been refinished, bores are perfect and overall it is pretty nice for its age. If you have any thoughts or opinions please post on the forum or more candid views send me a PM.

[Mills]

That is very nice. You probably should give that crack on the stock some attention, but otherwise it looks very good

[charlie cleveland]

looks mighty good to me...charlie