HUNTER ARMS THE FULTON SXS USED 12 GAUGE

Make: Hunter Arms Co. (subsidiary of L.C. Smith)
Model: The Fulton
Caliber: 12 Gauge
Chamber: Most commonly 2 3/4″
Type: Side-by-Side Shotgun
Action: Break-Open, Dual Hammerless with Double Triggers
Finish: Blued barrels, case-colored receiver (typical configuration)
Barrel Length: 28″ Solid Rib
Choke: Likely Fixed Chokes (typically Full/Modified or Modified/Improved Cylinder – varies by individual gun)
Overall Length: Approx. 44.5″
Weight: Approx. 7 – 7.5 lbs
Capacity: 2 shells
Sights: Single Bead Front Sight

Safety Features: Manual safety (usually tang-mounted); double triggers with separate control for each barrel
Material:

• Receiver: Case-hardened Steel
• Barrels: Blued Steel
• Stock: Walnut
• Recoil Plate: Black Hard Rubber

Unique Features:

• LLH marking under the left barrel refers to Laurent Lochet-Habran, a Belgian barrel maker whose barrels were imported for use in some American shotguns.
• The “1” marking under the right barrel likely indicates barrel quality/grade or internal inspection marking.
• Double triggers allow independent control of each barrel — valuable for selecting choke constriction on the fly.
• Solid rib aids in a consistent sight plane.
• Part of L.C. Smith’s legacy — The Fulton was a more affordable model while still offering high craftsmanship.

Usage and Applications:

• Recommended Use: Upland bird hunting, clay target shooting, and vintage shotgun collecting.
• Performance Characteristics: Known for solid lock-up, quality materials, and reliable firing. The double triggers and fixed chokes offer effective field versatility.

Legal and Safety Information:

• Always verify chamber length before using modern 2 3/4″ shells (some early models had shorter chambers).
• Always treat the firearm as loaded.
• Keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction.
• Break open the action to confirm the gun is unloaded.
• Use proper ammunition matching chamber specs.
• Store securely when not in use.

Historical and Cultural Context:

• Hunter Arms Co. was founded in the late 1800s and became the producer of L.C. Smith shotguns.
• The Fulton model, introduced in the early 20th century, was a simplified version of the high-end L.C. Smith shotguns, targeting everyday hunters.
• Serial number F102829 places production in the mid-1920s to early 1930s.
• Still appreciated today for its classic American craftsmanship and functional field performance.
• Condition:
• Good, Chip at the base of the stock .
• Market Demand:
• Moderate to high among vintage firearm collectors and SxS enthusiasts, especially those interested in American-made classics.