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    Grade Designation Question ? Archived Message

    Posted by Jerry on May 1, 2008, 1:49 pm

    How does one properly refer to an 1891 L C Smith hammerless 12 gauge (serial 34xxx)with twist/laminate barrels, and no engraving?

    If made later, it might be called an "0 grade", or "00 grade", or later on, a "field grade." It has no grade markings on the water table or barrels. Has the dog's head insert in the forend (snap-on style). No markings on the barrel exterior.

    Is there a term or designation for this model?

    Thanks.

    JERRY


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