Production of the No. 0 shotgun began in 1894, and it was the lowest grade available until the introduction of the No. 00 in 1898. The catalog (1900) copy said: "A well-made gun, with all improvements to meet the demands of sportsmen for a reliable gun at a low price. Damascus barrels, choke-bored; English walnut stock; half pistol grip; checkered and well finished . . ." "L.C. Smith" was stamped on the lock plates and a border was engraved around the perimeter of the lock plates. Twist Steel barrels were available when it was first offered, but they were changed to Damascus Steel in 1899. Starting in 1907, new London Steel barrels were an option. xInitially available in 10, 12, and 16 gauges, the 20 gauge was added later. Lightweight guns were available after 1907. Automatic ejectors (placed in 6,525 shotguns) were an option starting in 1898. A total of 29,061 were manufactured, and the retail price was $47 in 1898 and $48 in 1912. Production data are 1,795 10 gauge, 22,342 12 gauge, 1 14 gauge, 3,617 16 gauge, and 1,306 gauge guns.