This aggregated auction listing is being sold by HiBid in Hurricane, West Virginia. The current bid is $3,250 and 4 bids have been placed. BidProwl's Flip Score puts it at 40/100, which scores below the median for general surplus.
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Description from HiBid
LC SMITH 28GA SXS GOLD INLAY GAME SCENE MASTERPIECE
Manufacturer: L.C. Smith (Marlin / Custom Shop Era)
Model: Side-by-Side Deluxe / Custom Engraved
Gauge: 28 Gauge (2¾" Chambers)
Action: Side-by-Side, Boxlock
Barrel Length: 26"
Finish: Case Hardened w/ 24KT Gold Inlay
Stock: Select Walnut
Ultra-Rare 28 Gauge L.C. Smith – Gold Inlay Exhibition Gun
Offered is an extraordinary L.C. Smith side-by-side shotgun in 28 gauge, presented in very good to near flawless condition, and elevated into the realm of presentation-grade firearms by extensive 24KT gold inlay and master engraving.
This is not a standard production gun—this is a high-end custom or limited production L.C. Smith, featuring game scene gold inlays of a mallard, grouse, and woodcock, executed with exceptional detail and artistry.
Configuration & Features
Desirable 28 gauge (high collector demand)
26" barrels (ideal upland configuration)
Side-by-side classic field gun layout
Case hardened receiver with vivid coloring
24KT gold inlay game scenes (mallard, grouse, woodcock)
Fine scroll engraving throughout
Condition Summary
Metal: Very good to excellent; case colors strong, engraving crisp
Gold Work: Exceptional; sharp, detailed, and visually striking
Stock: Beautiful walnut in excellent condition
Bore: Bright and clean
Mechanical: 100%; tight and fully functional
Overall: Very good to near excellent, presentation-grade firearm
Notable Highlights
Rare 28 gauge L.C. Smith platform
Full custom gold inlay wildlife scenes
High-level engraving execution
Classic American double gun heritage
True crossover: collector, investor, and upland enthusiast
Collector & Market Insight
28-gauge side-by-sides are among the most sought-after configurations in the double gun market. When combined with:
Gold inlay work
Game scene engraving
High condition
…the value moves into a completely different tier.
Comparable engraved and gold-inlaid double guns—particularly in 28 gauge—regularly command significant premiums, especially when the engraving quality is strong and the firearm presents well.
Estimated Auction Hammer Range
$4,500 – $8,500
Serial Number: 60-03-3216T
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