Recent content by Gene2Home

Thanks for the detailed info. There was a "37" before the numbers but I saw that others eliminated them so I did too. That would put the gun at about 1972 which is about right. The 30" barrel is a little long for a HD weapon. Does anyone make a 20" or know (approximately) what it would cost...

Thanks guys. I was not looking to sell it as it was originally purchased by my uncle then passed to my dad then me. I was just trying to get some facts on it. I was really wanting to take this ou and try it but agree that I need a gun smith to look it over. I had heard that I should not use...

New Member just inherited Lefever Nitro Special 12 ga. Barrel label indiates: Lefever Arms Co. Ithica NY Lefever Nitro Special Serial Number 1313XX which was mfg (I believe) in 1922. I was given many 12 ga 2-1/2 inch shells with the gun. Barrels and stock is 90%...

Model 37 info request New Member just inherited 30" Model 37. Serial Number 12695XX would like to know year made. Barrels available from Ithaca are 24" and 28". Would like to put 20" barrel to make this a HD gun. Any thoughts as to viability and where to obtain barrel? Thanks