I'm looking at a 16 ga. Eastern Arms 101.7 sxs, 28" barrels. It has Eastern Arms 101.7 on the left side of the frame and 5100 stamped on the right side of the frame. Seller wants $300. Frame still shows good case color and bluing on the barrels is at least 80%. Action is tight and bores are perfect. Can anyone tell me when it might have been made? Is $300 a reasonable price?
Also, what is the difference between this Eastern Arms 101.7 (5100) and a SXS marked Springfield - J Stevens Arms, Chicopee Falls on the left side of the frame and Eastern Arms 101.7 on the left side of the frame? The two pins through the frame near the stock are in different positions on the two guns.
If it is a Stevens 5100, does it pre-date the Stevens 311?
