(Pronounced as "Excel" as in "really good!") The cartridge it used is known as the. is it a shot-gun or a 44 cal rifle bore is dirty but seems not to have riffling thanks.īarry- "XL" was a trade name used by Hopkins & Allen on rifles, pistols and shotguns. is X.L Shot-gun manufacturer, a type of shot-gun or both. pat'd June 23,1885On butt plate, stock front grip, and trigger guard I have found the number 4831 (not always completely legible) stamped in with the exception of the stock (in pencil).Īnything you can tell would be appreciated. for instructions on how to get an appraisal go to our appraisals page, good luck. Values for Lefever shotguns range from $200 to over $30,000 depending upon grade and condition. To find a replacement ejector go to our links page and follow the gun parts links. Production of Lefever guns ceased in 1948. In 1921 the Box Lock Nitro Special was introduced and in 1934 the Lefever Grade A was introduced. They were made in Syracuse, NY from 1885-1916, at which time the company was acquired by Ithaca Gun Company. Merv, The Lefever was the first commercially successful hammerless double barrel shotgun made in America. Can you suggest where I might find an original replacement? The shell ejector mechanism was lost and replaced by a hand made one. What is the approximate value of the gun? 3. What is the approximate age of the gun? 2. If you have a question about firearms and you want it posted on this page click here.Ĭlick here to go to the question and answer monthly index.Ĭlick here to go to the question and answer subject index.ġ.
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