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New member Introduction

Posted by Blair Pierson on January 4, 2021, 11:33 am

New member here with a few questions. I just turned 74 and figured its about time to get ready to bequeath my L C Smith 20ga. Field grade Double to my grandkids. The gun was given to me by my Grandfather in the mid 1950's. I used it on dove, quail, ducks and the occasional squirrel until 1963 when my arms outgrew its shortened stock. I have sent the Research Letter form and await the response. I have also spent a few hours reading the FAQ sections and educating myself somewhat - but still have a few questions. As stated the gun is a Field grade 20ga. double. The barrel length is 28 9/16th". It has double triggers and a three position safety. The shortened stock is fitted with a H&H recoil pad and the length of pull from back of the pad to center of rear trigger is 12". The serial number is 123054 preceded by F WE markings. Two questions if I may: Which trigger fires which barrel, and can a competent gunsmith be recommended in my area (South Carolina LowCountry) Thanks for your help in advance!!

Email is tblairpierson@gmail.com

Re: New member Introduction

Posted by Stanley Hackett on January 4, 2021, 12:06 pm, in reply to "New member Introduction"

Jim Kelly, Darlington Gun Works, Darlington, SC. Not exactly the South Carolina Low Country, but close enough. Stanley Hackett

Re: New member Introduction

Posted by Blair Pierson on January 4, 2021, 3:24 pm, in reply to "Re: New member Introduction"

Thanks Stanley - and Darlington is close enough for an afternoon road-trip.

Re: New member Introduction

Posted by David Williamson on January 4, 2021, 4:06 pm, in reply to "New member Introduction"

Blair, welcome to our organization, there are many fine people here that are always willing to help in any way they can.

As far as which trigger fires what barrel, the front trigger fires the right barrel, although I have seen it switched a few times.
I'm sure the barrels were once 30" but you should still have some choke in them.
The "E" means it has automatic ejectors.

Re: New member Introduction

Posted by Blair Pierson on January 4, 2021, 7:22 pm, in reply to "Re: New member Introduction"

Thank you for that info re which trigger. Seems I recall my Dad telling me to always use the rear trigger first so the kick didn't make me jerk back and fire the back trigger. Probably because he believed if the first shot was not good the second was going to be worse. I can't imagine why anyone would cut barrels just an inch or two - maybe to open the choke bore?? The single sight bead is still there on the rib. It's a shame I didn't get to spend more time with this gun but a blessing to be able to pass it on to the grandkids. Thanks again - Happy New Year to all.

Blair

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