L.C. Smith Field Grade 12 Gauge Side-by-Side Shotgun, 32-Inch Armor Steel Barrels, M & IM Chokes, 1939
This pre-war 1939 L.C. Smith Field Grade offers the classic Hunter Arms sidelock design with long 32-inch Armor Steel barrels choked Modified and Improved-Modified, ideal for marsh or pass shooting. Matching serial numbers, a case-hardened receiver, and the proven rotary-bolt locking system underscore its solid build, while an added black rubber recoil pad extends length of pull to 14.5 inches for modern comfort.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good – shows signs of prior use and handling, with scattered scratches and marks.
Bore Condition: Good – clean, well-maintained smooth bores with minor wear, no pitting.
Specific Condition Notes: An aftermarket black rubber recoil pad has been installed, lengthening the gun to a 14.5-inch length of pull.
What’s Included
- L.C. Smith Field Grade 12 Gauge side-by-side shotgun with aftermarket recoil pad
The Field Grade represents Hunter Arms’ entry-level offering, yet it retains the same sidelock action, rotary-bolt, and joint-check locking system found on higher grades. Buyers gain the reliable mechanics L.C. Smith is known for, minus the engraving and embellishment.
Its 32-inch Armor Steel barrels provide a long sighting plane and consistent patterns. Factory Modified and Improved-Modified chokes deliver a versatile spread for waterfowl or upland birds at distance.
The gun is chambered for 2 3/4-inch or 3-inch shells, giving shooters flexibility with modern 12-gauge loads. A single brass bead up front offers a simple, uncluttered sight picture.
American walnut furniture features a semi-pistol grip stock and splinter fore-end, both oil finished. The aftermarket recoil pad not only softens felt recoil but also brings length of pull to 14.5 inches, suiting today’s shooters.
The case-hardened sidelocks are stamped “L.C. SMITH” and remain free of engraving, consistent with Field Grade production during the final decade before World War II.