Your j stevens model 26 crackshot,is a boys type single shot rifle with a under lever opening,a 18in. Blade front and adjustable sporting rear sights on a barrel marked with the two line stevens arms address, caliber, and 19 patent date information ahead of the rear sight. What all rifles are currently made that can handle both the 22 short and 22 long rifle. The firearm utilizes a blued receiver, walnut fixtures. The crackshot is an excellent truck gun or for beginners as well as for plinking and small game hunting.
Dwaynethe crack shot 26 was manufactured between 1900 and 19 by stevens arms and tool of chicopee falls mas. This firearm has a 20inch blued steel barrel, a rolling block action and a wooden stock. Browse all new and used stevens rifles for sale and buy with confidence from guns international. This firearm is a great everyday rifle and in excellent condition. For more than 100 years, it has served the needs of hunters and sport shooters, law enforcement and even the military. This simple little rifle was offered in 18 and 20 barrel lengths and featured rifled bores known as the 26 and smooth bores known as the 26 12. Under names like favorite, little scout, crack shot, and marksman, stevens sold millions of reliable singleshots. A conversation in the chat room last night spark a recollection of the old thing, so i pulled it out and gave it a look. Stevens arms was an american firearms manufacturer founded by joshua stevens in 1864 in chicopee falls, ma. Since posting the pictures of my stevens crack shot 22 rifle. For hunting rabbits, raccoons, squirrels and other smallgame creatures. Also stock up on ammo and gun accessories for your 22 shortlonglong rifle rifle.
This stevens crackshot is a favorite among collectors. The american black walnut stock with straight grip forend shows good straight grain. The left side of the receiver is marked crack shot 26, along with a circled svg logo. I have a j stevens crackshot 22 long rifle, single shot. It comes with cpr crickettinny rail, bipod and scope with shade. A few years ago i stumbled across an old rifle in the back of a closet, but didnt pay any attention to it. Shop online for the best selection and prices of 22 shortlonglong rifle rifles at hinterland outfitters. The rifle is lever action and the last patent date was april 22, 19. There is a very small 12 inch crack from top and bottom tang, but crack is so narrow, cant begin to get a finger nail in it. Original fore grip and stock are present, finish is in excellent condition. Stevens crack shot model 16 side lever 22 rifle for auction. Smooth forearm and pistol grip stock with smooth steel buttplate. Usa crack shot 26 has like a trademark stamp with a i in the middle of a circle. This is the link to the patent drawings and description for the.
I am new to this forum but an old hand with the crackshot 26 having shot one specimenit was my dadsmany tens of thousands of times using such rounds as remington target or t22 with nary any sign of problems. Usa crack shot26 has like a trademark stamp with a i in the middle of a circle. However it has had a primitive conversion thumb cock added to the loading block to open and load the rifle. This stevens crack shot is a favorite among collectors. Hedgewalker, 9 years ago thanks regg and lee sayer it is definitely something i could never part with. By 1902 they were advertising themselves as the largest producers of sporting arms in the world.
There is an 112 repaired crack along the top of the wrist running back from. Integrated rails make customization and adding options easy. Traditions crackshot rifle the crackshot is a single shot. Stevens crack shot 22 long rifle single shot rifles at. For hunting larger animals, like deer, elk and moose, youll want to select a rifle that can handle cartridges big enough to kill an animal with. The 19 you see on the rifle is the patent date and not the manufacture date. What is the value of a stevens crackshot 26 22 caliber. We visually inspect all firearms, but do not test fire good condition, this rifle was restored by somarriba inc in miami. The builtin extractor makes removing a cartridge easy and the.
Set to release this week at the nra annual meeting in indy is the new traditions xbr crackshot which is both a. Stevens crack shot, breech loading rifle, chambered for. I need the 22lr for foxes and the shorts for nightime armadillo raids when i need it quiet as. The left side of the receiver is marked crack shot 26. Browse for the lightweight, accurate, durable and affordable rimfire rifles at bass pros shops. If you are still gathering info on crack shot rifles i think you will like this. What is the value of a stevens crackshot 26 22 caliber long. Make offer stevens 22 caliber rifle barrel little krag 20 inches long used rare stevens wind gauge vernier no. Savagespringfieldstevens 26 crackshot parts gun parts. The metal has an even patina finish and the stock does show some wear. Additionally, you get the xbr upper that you can swap onto your crackshot rifle. Savagespringfieldstevens 26 crackshot parts gun parts corp. Single shot, with a side lever to operate the breech.
I am interested in semiauto, pump and magazine fed bolt actions. The bluing is in great shape and the stock has been nicely cared for. Also stock up on ammo and gun accessories for your 22 short long long rifle rifle. It is used in a wide range of rifles, pistols, revolvers, smoothbore shotguns no. Rifle is in good shape except for a splitcrack in the stock on the left side of the action. Stevens crackshot firing pin, type 1 overall length. Heres a pic of a model 26 that i found on gunbroker from this auction. It is in the condition one would expect for a rifle working on being a century old. Since posting the pictures of my stevens crack shot 22. Stevens model 55 or 56 deluxe single shot target rifle in 22 lr caliber. Fps and is paired with a traditions xbr powerload in. This firearm is considered a contemporary piece and will require the. What is the value of a stevens crackshot 22 answers.
Stevens crack shot model 16 side lever 22 rifle asset. This gun is lightweight, easy to carry, and perfect for small game hunting. Type of ammo for stevens crackshot 26 22 rifle if this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above. I have a single shot 22 rifle that was given to me on my 14 birthdayin 1948 still have it great memoriesthanks for posting your photos.
At first glance, the crackshot looks like a novelty or youth training rifle. They were purchased by new england westinghouse on may 28, 1915 and again by. The j stevens arms company introduced the crackshot26 and crackshot26 12 single shot lever action rifles in 1912 and it was offered in 22 and 32 rimfire calibers. Discussion in rifle country started by mikle76, nov 12, 2008. Crickett ksa2152 cpr complete package bolt 22 long rifle lr 16. Stevens arms company pat april 22, 19 chicopee falls, mass u.
Stevens crack shot26 single shot rimfire rifle parts. It is a take down model with a rolling block action. The gun builds on the companys crackshot series of. Crack follows the grain and is kind of hard to see. Stevens arms company model 26 crack shot single shot 22lr. The buttstock to receiver fit is a little loose with a little slop. Otherwise, all other aspects of the rifle are correct and appears to be original. The left side of the receiver is marked crack shot26. This firearm is considered a contemporary piece and will require the buyer to either be an ffl dealer or choose an.
Shop online for the best selection and prices of 22 short long long rifle rifles at hinterland outfitters. Price guide for stevens crackshot26 single shot rifle. Both the buttstock and the forearm have been refinished. The patented crackshot xbr package comes with the crackshot single shot rifle in. The left side of the receiver is marked crack shot26, along with a circled svg logo. Leading manufacturer of more than 4500 different hard to find obsolete firearms parts. Rifles that can shoot 22 short and lrs the high road. The top of the barrel is marked 22 long rifle most on top is obscured by a dovetailed. The crack shot was marketed as a fine boys rifle, but with its 1234 length of pull an average size adult could shoot it comfortably. Rifle is in good shape except for a split crack in the stock on the left side of the action. The bore shows some pitting which should surprise no one but is still quite bright and the rifling maintains good edges.