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Lot 273: Scarce Stevens Sure Shot No. 23 Single Shot Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 20, 2011

Lot 273: Scarce Stevens Sure Shot No. 23 Single Shot Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 20, 2011

Estimated Price: $1,000 - $1,500
Price Realized:
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Scarce Stevens Sure Shot No. 23 Single Shot Rifle

Manufacturer: Stevens J Arms Co
Model: Single Shot
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 22
Barrel: 20 inch round
Finish: blue/nickel
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 5921
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 57
Class: Antique
Description:

Manufactured circa 1894 to the late 1890s. The 20" round barrel swings sideways to right to load with barrel release button on left frame. The system is very similar to that on many of the early derringer single shot pistols including that of the Stevens Gem. Fixed sights on barrel marked with the one line Stevens A. & T. address behind the rear sight. The left side of frame has the patent applied for marking. Blue barrel with nickel plated frame and buttplate. The smooth buttstock with brass diamond inlays on the wrist sides and steel buttplate. Correctly without a forearm.

Rating Definition:

Very good. The barrel has a smooth mottled brown-gray patina with some minor spotting. The frame retains 95% original nickel finish with some mild flaking. There is a sight mount screw on the upper tang. The buttplate retains traces of original nickel plating. The buttstock is very good with a repaired wrist and numerous minor handling marks. Barrel is slightly loose, otherwise action is fine.



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