Lefever Arms Sideplate Hammerless SxS 12ga

This Lefever Arms Co. sideplate hammerless double barrel shotgun is a fine example of late 19th century American sporting craftsmanship, manufactured in 1893 and qualifying as an antique non-FFL firearm. Chambered in 12 gauge, this elegant side-by-side features attractive Damascus steel barrels with strong visible patterning throughout, a hallmark of higher-grade sporting shotguns from the era. The barrels are marked “Lefever Arms Co.” and “Demascus Steel,” reflecting the company’s reputation for producing refined and innovative doubles during the golden age of American gunmaking. The shotgun features a beautifully sculpted hammerless sideplate action with tasteful scroll engraving and game scene embellishments, including a bird motif on the sideplate and additional engraving across the re...