Stevens Falling Block .22lr

[rjhart01]

Some of you have asked for pictures. I have posted smoe here.

Thanks

Randy

 

[John Kielly]

Is it a Walnut Hill?

 

[BrianJ]

stevens,

Randy,

I don't know that much about Stevens however I believe I can help a little.

I believe The rifle started life as a Stevens No. 404, "semi Military" model. This rifle as Steve mentioned used a 44-1/2 action. Several things seem to indicate in the direction of the 404.
The forearm being the extra wide, others were not.
The single barrel sling swivel (even though its been rebarreled)
The stock and butt assy.
The receiver being drilled and tapped for a no. 42 Lyman receiver sight, others used "tang" sights. Only the 414 and 404 used receiver sights.

The scope could be one of three depending on length.
#338 17 to 19 in.
#438 14 in. (both at 3-1/2 power)
#368 16 to 20 in at 6 power

Peterson probably also added the wood block on the lever. Although Stevens put wood on the levers of their full blown target rifles they were of different shape.

Just a note - the scope is on backwards but it sure a beautiful rifle.

bjm

 

[rjhart01]

Stevens Falling Block

Can anyone give ma an idea of it's worth??

 

[BrianJ]

single shot

Randy,

You may want to check with the guys on the ASSRA - Forum. They are the single shot people.

bjm

 

[tim]

The rifle is decent, strong case colors. Scope is a bit of a wild card depending on it's clarity, although those do not appear to be Stevens mounts. You're probably looking at $1200-$1500.

 

[CWG]

Interesting rig. I'd be curious if that pistol grip was factory or modified.
Stevens DID offer a number of variations. I've seen some that looked as if they had to be cobbled, but had the letter that came with the original purchase order!
nevertheless, cool rig.