As long as you aren't talking Big Red, or the model 12.
Honestly, this mid 1950s plain grade is the equal of the single model 12 left in my safe. The matte top on the receiver is a nice touch, for actual shooting, anyway. I could do without the rolled birds and dog, but, they are expected, and a little campy at the same time.
1957 was a different era. When you ponied up the newspaper route money for the lowest grade Ithaca 37, you actually got something. No checkering, but, that is a nice looking walnut stock, nice polishing under the blue, and a "Raybar" sight.
Dismantled, cleaned thoroughly, lefthanded safety installed, ready for 50 more years of shooting at my house. I'm actually going to try trap with it today.
Best,
Ted
