This L.C. Smith Field Grade chambered in 12 Gauge was produced between 1946-1950 under the L.C. Smith Gun Co. (following the 1945 acquisition by Marlin from Hunter Arms), and represents the entry-level model in this renowned line of American sidelock side-by-side shotguns. These post-war examples feature Armor Steel barrels typically in lengths of 28″-30″, chambered for 2.75″ shells, and bored to customer-specified chokes ranging from cylinder to full. This gun is plainly finished with no engraving on its case-hardened receiver and lock plates stamped “L.C. Smith”, American walnut stocks in straight, half-pistol or full-pistol grip configurations with checkering, extractors and double triggers as standard. This durable, reliable design prioritizes practical field performance over ornamentation, making it a rugged choice for upland hunting and marsh use, while maintaining the mechanical excellence and rotary bolt locking system characteristic of higher grade L.C. Smiths. This shotgun is in fair condition with some nicks and marks from use.
