Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this break-action side-by-side shotgun today for a penny-start auction; this is the Lefever Nitro Special Model!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Lefever
Model: Nitro Special
Serial: 299030
Caliber: 16 Gauge
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 28"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Bead
Stock/Grips: Smooth Wood Stock and Foregrip
Action: Break-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Lefever Nitro Special is a rugged and beloved American double-barrel shotgun that represents one of the great success stories of early 20th-century utilitarian gun making, combining solid craftsmanship, straightforward design, and dependable field performance in a package that has become a classic among hunters and collectors. Introduced in 1921 after Ithaca Gun Company acquired the Lefever Arms name, the Nitro Special was conceived as an affordable yet well-built side-by-side for the working sportsman, and its construction reflects that mission: the boxlock action is robust and simple, utilizing coil springs instead of the more delicate leaf springs found in higher-end doubles, while the frame is forged steel rather than the cast alternatives used by many competitors of the era. Offered in a variety of gauges—most commonly 12, 16, and 20, with some .410 examples produced—the shotgun typically features fluid-steel barrels proofed for modern smokeless loads, a significant advantage at a time when many older doubles were still built for black powder pressures. Its lines are understated yet handsome, with a straight-forward American walnut stock, modest checkering, and a color-case-hardened receiver that, when well preserved, displays attractive mottling characteristic of Ithaca’s early-century finishing work. The Nitro Special is known for its durability, tight lockup, and consistent reliability, making it a favorite for generations of upland hunters, clay shooters, and farmers who needed a dependable tool more than ornate embellishment. Even nearly a century after its introduction, surviving examples often remain mechanically sound, and the gun is appreciated today not only for its practical field qualities but also as a tangible piece of American gun making history from a time when strength, simplicity, and value were paramount.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Model: Nitro Special
Serial: 299030
Caliber: 16 Gauge
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 28"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Bead
Stock/Grips: Smooth Wood Stock and Foregrip
Action: Break-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Lefever Nitro Special is a rugged and beloved American double-barrel shotgun that represents one of the great success stories of early 20th-century utilitarian gun making, combining solid craftsmanship, straightforward design, and dependable field performance in a package that has become a classic among hunters and collectors. Introduced in 1921 after Ithaca Gun Company acquired the Lefever Arms name, the Nitro Special was conceived as an affordable yet well-built side-by-side for the working sportsman, and its construction reflects that mission: the boxlock action is robust and simple, utilizing coil springs instead of the more delicate leaf springs found in higher-end doubles, while the frame is forged steel rather than the cast alternatives used by many competitors of the era. Offered in a variety of gauges—most commonly 12, 16, and 20, with some .410 examples produced—the shotgun typically features fluid-steel barrels proofed for modern smokeless loads, a significant advantage at a time when many older doubles were still built for black powder pressures. Its lines are understated yet handsome, with a straight-forward American walnut stock, modest checkering, and a color-case-hardened receiver that, when well preserved, displays attractive mottling characteristic of Ithaca’s early-century finishing work. The Nitro Special is known for its durability, tight lockup, and consistent reliability, making it a favorite for generations of upland hunters, clay shooters, and farmers who needed a dependable tool more than ornate embellishment. Even nearly a century after its introduction, surviving examples often remain mechanically sound, and the gun is appreciated today not only for its practical field qualities but also as a tangible piece of American gun making history from a time when strength, simplicity, and value were paramount.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
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Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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