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WELCOME TO THE L.C. SMITH COLLECTORS ASSOCIATION FORUM.
Be courteous, RESTRICT YOUR POSTS AND COMMENTS TO L.C. SMITH RELATED TOPICS, and you MUST USE YOUR ACTUAL FULL NAME. For clarity, please use appropriate punctuation with both upper and lower case for both your name and the text.
You will find answers to many of your questions by reviewing "Shotguns" (where the grades are shown) and "FAQ" (Frequently Asked Questions) on the Home Page. Please review the General Information FAQ "Is my shotgun safe to shoot?" before using your L.C. Smith or Hunter Arms Co. Fulton shotgun.
The serial number alone is not adequate to identify or date your Smith gun. A numeric grade stamp began to appear underneath the serial number with the introduction of the No. 00 in 1898, but may not be found on No. 2 and higher grade guns. When the grade designations and engraving patterns were changed in 1913, "Field" or a capital letter (I=Ideal, T=Trap, S=Specialty, etc.) were stamped on the action flats and barrel flats underneath the serial number; the grade was also marked on the top of the right barrel. Guns manufactured 1945-1950 will (usually) have a 'S' preceding the serial number.
Please request a Research Letter (Request Form is on the Home Page) to obtain the YEAR OF MANUFACTURE of your L.C. Smith.
DO NOT POST if you are seeking the VALUE of a L.C. Smith. Instead, visit the FAQ and read "How can I determine the value of my L.C. Smith?"
The Forum is not to be used as a venue for airing grievances with the LCSCA, gun clubs, gun dealers, or gunsmiths. "Testimonials" about work completed by gunsmiths are not accepted, and the Forum is not a place to advertise gunsmithing services. Feel free however to post seeking suggestions for repair and restoration services, but please post your email so members can communicate with you in private.
Posts announcing shoots are welcome, but should be restricted to events specifically providing opportunities for participants to use L.C. Smith shotguns. Please do not make posts promoting gun shows or auctions.
Posts not meeting the LCSCA approved guidelines are subject to modification or removal.
THE FORUM MAY NOT BE USED TO BUY OR SELL GUNS, ADVERTISE GUNS FOR SALE, OR TO POST LINKS TO GUNS FOR SALE.
Members of the LCSCA may list guns for sale on the Members Only Forum. L.C. Smith (only) parts (not frames) or barrels may be sought or sold on this Forum, and you should include your email if doing so.
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 LC Smith parts - Bill Schodlatz March 17, 2019, 9:18 am0 responses ID a LC Smith-Hunter Arms Coach Gun - Craig Staffan March 11, 2019, 8:07 am Probably shot once ;) - Drew Hause March 16, 2019, 10:53 am0 responses Opening up the barrels - Larry doyle March 11, 2019, 8:53 am GUNSMITH - LEROY HAGEN March 10, 2019, 9:21 pm LC Smith attic find - Doug Day March 13, 2019, 2:58 pm Hammer 1898 12Ga. Firing pins / parts. - Ed Bakke February 23, 2019, 10:15 am Single Barrel Trap - John Pulis March 12, 2019, 6:55 am Source for LC Smith Damascus Barrels - COL(Ret) Michael Dittamo March 10, 2019, 7:46 pm Need a front trigger plate screw - Travis Smith January 28, 2019, 12:45 pm Manufacturing of 20 gauge guns - Marvin Underwood February 25, 2019, 8:46 am Leg-o-Mutton Case repair - Mason Horn March 5, 2019, 6:51 am Tom Snyder - Jerry Andrews March 8, 2019, 1:38 pm0 responses Barrel fit - Steve Moore March 5, 2019, 12:32 pm Serial number - Tim Rogers March 3, 2019, 3:21 pm Stock Repair - Ralph Tortorello March 3, 2019, 1:34 pm barrel stamping - Bryan Emch March 3, 2019, 2:23 pm0 responses Barrel dent removal - Gene Ulliman March 1, 2019, 2:17 pm Flat or concave rib - Drew Hause November 3, 2018, 4:37 pm 28 gauge??!!!! Never heard of one. - John Mistretta January 30, 2019, 7:54 pm March 18th shoot - Bob Haase February 26, 2019, 10:48 am Hip Replacement - Jerry Andrews February 21, 2019, 2:17 pm L.C. Smith Ideal Grade 12GA needs cleaning up - Matt Stirrup February 25, 2019, 12:34 pm Fulton 16 gauge safety - Steve Moore February 24, 2019, 7:37 pm Beaver tail forend - Travis Smith February 24, 2019, 5:31 am Replacement Hip and Replacement Barrels - Jerry Andrews February 15, 2019, 12:49 pm 2019 event - Tim Rogers February 22, 2019, 6:15 pm0 responses 8 gauge shells can you still find any to buy? - Brian McMahon February 6, 2019, 12:19 pm Fulton Arms Co. stamp on barrel extension - Marvin Underwood February 22, 2019, 8:58 am Going to Pheasant Fest? Please volunteer a few hours in LC Smith exhibit - Cheryl Stubbendieck January 29, 2019, 2:26 pm Butt Stock - Sheridan Duncan February 21, 2019, 5:28 pm Monte Carlo Stocks and Vent Rib Barrels - John Boyce February 18, 2019, 11:47 pm 2019 Events - Tim Rogers February 16, 2019, 5:29 pm MORE ON THE GREAT NORTHERN - Mark Beasland February 15, 2019, 3:36 pm 1905 3E w/ pigeon barrels - Stan Hillis February 16, 2019, 7:37 pm How to tell if a butt plate is made of Bakelite or plastic - Jim Stubbendieck February 13, 2019, 7:14 pm Southern Side x Side - Larry S. Moore February 11, 2019, 9:45 am HOT beginnings - Stan Hillis February 7, 2019, 7:39 pm L. C. Smith Single Barrel Traps - George Davis February 11, 2019, 6:17 pm Uses for old LC barrels - Travis Smith January 14, 2019, 11:02 am Great Northern SxS shoot - Mark Beasland February 7, 2019, 9:25 am0 responses Pre-1913 L.C. Smith Gunsmith - Jason Black February 5, 2019, 9:31 pm 28 Gauge - Denver Dillard February 4, 2019, 10:14 am "The Rocky History Of The L.C. Smith" - Drew Hause January 31, 2019, 9:42 am Passing Of Richard "Dick "Miller - Mark Britton January 30, 2019, 8:29 am Type of blue that can be safely used on !945-1950 Smiths. - Charlie Brooks January 26, 2019, 8:11 pm LCSCA event in Schaumberg, Illinois - Gerald Hancock January 29, 2019, 8:12 am Fulton Special Single trigger ? - Travis Smith January 23, 2019, 5:48 pm Frankensmith lunchbox build - Travis Smith December 17, 2018, 8:14 pm Buying an L.C. Smith - Pietro Mauro January 17, 2019, 9:59 am |
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