Here is an iconic "boy's rifle", a gun that introduced many a young lad to the world or shooting: the Stevens Favorite. The NRA's American Rifleman Magazine had this to say about the iconic single shot:
"Long before the Ruger semi-automatic 10/22 and even before the Marlin 1897 lever-action, but appearing just after the Winchester 1890 pump, there was the Stevens Favorite.As its name suggests, the single-shot .22 rimfire rifle produced by the Stevens Arms & Tool Co. of Chicopee Falls, Mass., became quite popular. Based on the Martini falling-block action, more than 1 million of the affordable but high accurate rifles were made from 1893 until 1939. Indeed, for countless late 19th and early 20th century plinkers and small game hunters, the Stevens Favorite personified this prolific company, which once touted itself as the largest sporting arms manufacturer in the world. The Stevens Arms Co. was founded in 1864 by Joshua Stevens, who had worked for such notables as Eli Whitney, Edwin Wesson and Samuel Colt. Nonetheless, to survive economically, he also manufactured tools. Consequently, as business improved, in 1886 the company changed its name to J. Stevens Arms & Tool Co. The firm became known for its single-shot rifles, and the Favorite served as many a youngster’s first rifle, the ultimate tin can ventilator and a highly effective pest exterminator. '
This particular Stevens Favorite No. 17 is in great condition. It features very nice stocks with no cracks, chips or other damage.
The action of the falling block is tight with no wobble or damage. The firing pin functions as it should and is not broken or seized.
The bore is good with strong rifling and only very minor light "frost pitting".
The sights are original and in good condition; ready to be used again for some serious plinking or varmint control.
*This weapon was made after 1899 and/or fires a modern cartridge. MUST be shipped to Federal Firearms License holder for transfer. Never bought a gun through an FFL before? Give us a call at (262) 473-5444 and we'd be glad to walk you through this simple process
