I've got a 35 of these little rifles, and some crack-shots. One thing I know is they are extremely accurate. Two of mine had shot out bores so I got them for about 10 bucks. I immediately bored them out and relined them and they are back to driving nails. I have two that I restocked to a longer length of pull and they are my go-to Squirrels rifles. I have loved these little rifles since I got my first one 60 years ago. I have taught 32 grandkids to shoot with them. The has been a few occasions that there was around 20 of these guns in the woods with me and my Grandkids hunting squirrels and rabbits. I also have quite a few of their tip up pistols. One with a 12-inch barrel and rifle sights and target stocks. They are quite the overlooked and under rated guns.
I agree. The early sevens are mostly ignored for thier collectability. These early guns are well made and very stylish. Great story. Thanks for telling it!
I am a senior and some of my best childhood memories were connected with my Dad's little Stevens. He started teaching gun safety when I was about 8 making me learn how to shoot and maintain his three weapons - a double barrel shotgun, a Beretta 1934, and Stevens 22 long. The shotgun's recoil was painful, and loading the Beretta pinched my fingers, but the little Stevens was the most simple, beautiful, accurate rifle I have ever experienced. Every summer I got in trouble target practicing on fixed targets like apples in the orchard and the absolute worst transgression...my Mother's heirloom tomatoes. Dad was a crackshot and would take out 3 bullets and come back with 3 rabbits. I have shot a few other guns and rifles over the years but that little rifle was the absolute best.
Ive got a stevens 44 1/2 with an orginal winchester A5 scope and that thing is an absolute tack driver. The scope is still clear and its my literal favorite gun I own.
Linda arma. Aqui no brasil tivemos uma grande variedade de armas em cal. 22, mais em sua maioria vindas da Europa. Saint Etiene, Flobert, Galand entre outras. Armas americanas não são comumente encontradas por aqui, mais em sua grande maioria da Remington.
As you well know, Bill, the Stevens company is extremely underrated and mostly ignored by present day firearms enthusiasts. They play a very important part in America's history! You already know I have a Favorite, and might consider relining the barrel, but it's still a nice looking wallhanger. I also have a Stevens 520 and an 820, shotguns designed by J.M. Browning. The very first 22 I owned is an 84C bolt action repeater, which is *still* my "goto" bunny and varmint 22. Anxiously awaiting the restoration procedure on your Favorite!
Very nice looking gun. I have a Stevens Marksman in my collection, very similar looking gun except it has break action loading. I've never been able to date it exactly but know that it was manufactured some time between 1920 to 1933 because it has a Savage stamp on the body. The barrel is still in pretty decent state but I'd like to get around to refinishing the stock one of these days.
Stylistically this is a beautiful little rifle. Back from a day when art and style meant something. I have not heard of Varner...will have to look it up. Thanks for commenting!
Thanks for the video. i enjoy old vintage firearms. I'd seen ones with Revo-noc on the receiver ? date 1922 underneath the name . No other names anywhere ?
That is a great question. Not sure. Probably on the used market. It will probably be new old stock or collector. If you should find new production please let me know.
Hi Dave. Could it be a Stevens Model 16 Crack Shot? It would have a small thumb lever on the side of the receiver that lowers the breach block for loading? Stevens, back in those days, built many 22 caliber "boys rifles" that were different styles and sizes. Today those early Stevens rifles are starting to gain interest for collectors.
So regarding my J Steven’s model 335 took it to the local firearms dealer . He suggested because of the age of the shotgun he recommended 12 gauge light load rounds . So I’ll check that out and let you know the outcome. Thanks for the video you put out ..
My mother used a Stevens favorite when she was on her high school shooting team in Philadelphia
That was a different time 🙂
I've got a 35 of these little rifles, and some crack-shots. One thing I know is they are extremely accurate. Two of mine had shot out bores so I got them for about 10 bucks. I immediately bored them out and relined them and they are back to driving nails. I have two that I restocked to a longer length of pull and they are my go-to Squirrels rifles. I have loved these little rifles since I got my first one 60 years ago. I have taught 32 grandkids to shoot with them. The has been a few occasions that there was around 20 of these guns in the woods with me and my Grandkids hunting squirrels and rabbits. I also have quite a few of their tip up pistols. One with a 12-inch barrel and rifle sights and target stocks. They are quite the overlooked and under rated guns.
I agree. The early sevens are mostly ignored for thier collectability. These early guns are well made and very stylish. Great story. Thanks for telling it!
I am a senior and some of my best childhood memories were connected with my Dad's little Stevens. He started teaching gun safety when I was about 8 making me learn how to shoot and maintain his three weapons - a double barrel shotgun, a Beretta 1934, and Stevens 22 long. The shotgun's recoil was painful, and loading the Beretta pinched my fingers, but the little Stevens was the most simple, beautiful, accurate rifle I have ever experienced. Every summer I got in trouble target practicing on fixed targets like apples in the orchard and the absolute worst transgression...my Mother's heirloom tomatoes. Dad was a crackshot and would take out 3 bullets and come back with 3 rabbits. I have shot a few other guns and rifles over the years but that little rifle was the absolute best.
Wonderful presentation. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you too. Appreciate you taking time to comment!
Awesome, more please
Thanks Joe. Got some more in the planning
Ive got a stevens 44 1/2 with an orginal winchester A5 scope and that thing is an absolute tack driver. The scope is still clear and its my literal favorite gun I own.
These old Stevens are definitely under rated. They are still (for the most part) something that the average collector can afford.
Great video
Thank you very much!
Linda arma. Aqui no brasil tivemos uma grande variedade de armas em cal. 22, mais em sua maioria vindas da Europa. Saint Etiene, Flobert, Galand entre outras. Armas americanas não são comumente encontradas por aqui, mais em sua grande maioria da Remington.
As you well know, Bill, the Stevens company is extremely underrated and mostly ignored by present day firearms enthusiasts. They play a very important part in America's history! You already know I have a Favorite, and might consider relining the barrel, but it's still a nice looking wallhanger. I also have a Stevens 520 and an 820, shotguns designed by J.M. Browning.
The very first 22 I owned is an 84C bolt action repeater, which is *still* my "goto" bunny and varmint 22. Anxiously awaiting the restoration procedure on your Favorite!
Thanks Karl. I am looking forward to working on this. Little to be repaired and mostly a cosmetic resto. Going to make it pretty again!
Very nice looking gun. I have a Stevens Marksman in my collection, very similar looking gun except it has break action loading. I've never been able to date it exactly but know that it was manufactured some time between 1920 to 1933 because it has a Savage stamp on the body. The barrel is still in pretty decent state but I'd like to get around to refinishing the stock one of these days.
These are indeed simple yet elegant little firearms. Underappreciated in the collector world still.
I don't have a Stevens favorite but a copy by a company called Varner. It seems to be well made and is a beautiful rifle.
Stylistically this is a beautiful little rifle. Back from a day when art and style meant something. I have not heard of Varner...will have to look it up. Thanks for commenting!
I always wanted one of those new a old man when i was growing had 1 just a neat little rifle
Yeah I am smitten by this little rifle
Yes,Yes Yes....more..more.....more!😊
Thank you!
Thanks for the video. i enjoy old vintage firearms. I'd seen ones with Revo-noc on the receiver ? date 1922 underneath the name . No other names anywhere ?
Your welcome! Not sure what the Revo-noc is?
I got a 44 1/2. High wall i would like too do something with.
I have a Stevens favorate 25 cal rim 6:46 fire.how can i find ammo
I have one waiting to be cleaned up. Just need to figure out the missing extractor. I believe there are 3 or 4 different types.
Yep...the caliber and barrel were interchangeable. You need to know the caliber and then find the extractor for that round
I Loved it . Do Moore
Is the plan
I have a Stevens favorite 25 cal rim fire where can i find ammo
That is a great question. Not sure. Probably on the used market. It will probably be new old stock or collector. If you should find new production please let me know.
my rabbit, pheasant, and quail shotgun is a Stevens model, 235,16 gauge fine weapon
Early Stevens are ignored and under rated.
@@SixRoundsStudio it’s a shame to
@@BEARCLAW1825 Yup
I have my Grandpa's old Stevens .22 cal. rifle. It has a side lever but no hand lever. Can you help me with more info. Thanks
Hi Dave. Could it be a Stevens Model 16 Crack Shot? It would have a small thumb lever on the side of the receiver that lowers the breach block for loading? Stevens, back in those days, built many 22 caliber "boys rifles" that were different styles and sizes. Today those early Stevens rifles are starting to gain interest for collectors.
I have a Page - Lewis that looks the same at the Stevens Favorite,,,I think Stevens bought out Page - Lewis
I am not familiar with Page-Lewis. I will have to look them up. Thank you for the reference.
Mine is a full octagon barrel not half
Aren't these just amazing and beautiful little rifles?!
I have a side by side j Steven’s model number 335 am guessing it’s a 12 gauge. I wont shoot it till I have it looked at .
Always best to be safe
So regarding my J Steven’s model 335 took it to the local firearms dealer . He suggested because of the age of the shotgun he recommended 12 gauge light load rounds . So I’ll check that out and let you know the outcome. Thanks for the video you put out ..
I have a Steven’s favorite the serial number is 63
Wow...very cool
@@SixRoundsStudio thank you but it does need parts whet websites would be good ?
Stevens didnt put serial numbers on their guns. That might be the number of the employee who made it!