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. The earlier model 16 with the side lever and the later model 26 crackshot with a bottom lever, like a stevens favorite 1915. Afaik, no firearms factory, especially savagestevens, has ever released a schematic with measurements making the. At full cock on the hammer the lever will drop of its own weight and open the breach. Gunsmithing the stevens marksman leeroys ramblings. These rifles were sold by stevens but made by savage from 19721987. The favorite was sold in both boys and ladies models.
Up for bidding in this lot is a j stephens arms company no. The crackshot was a boys rifle, chambered in 22 and 32 rimfire, so. Been looking at it for a few months and the price finally got to where. Im not saying my local gunshop isnt educated, just limited on that particular firearm. Savagespringfieldstevens 26 crackshot parts gun parts. It has a drop block single shot firing mech and is very accurate with an adjustable rear sight. This firearm is considered a contemporary piece and will require the buyer to either be an ffl dealer or choose an. The best we could come up with is its a model 26 crackshot manufactured around 1900 or so. Stevens arms firearms, the first a model 14 12 little. Save stevens crackshot 16 to get email alerts and updates on your ebay feed. The left side of the receiver is marked crack shot26, along with a circled svg logo. This would be a very nice crackshot but unfortunately the barel has a severe case of exterior rust about 12 way down the barrel. I remember as a youngun saying to momgoin out with the 22 and mom would reply ok be careful. This model was made well enough and large enough to be called a mans rifle.
Were would i find parts for a stevens crackshot 26 in. These 22 cals were a staple on the farm for critter control. Stevens arms was an american firearms manufacturer founded by joshua stevens in 1864 in chicopee falls, ma. J stevens crackshot, 22 lr parts gun for restoration or parts, ok. These were made as budget boys rifles to introduce kids to shooting much like the cricket rifles of today. Stevens crackshot, model 26, 32 rimfire caliber, a boys length rifle, serial number j44x. Stevens is perhaps best known for their popular line of smallbore caliber rifles. Values for stevens crackshot26 single shot rifle 32 rimfire caliber 22 round barrel walnut stock and forend blued finish takedown action metal butt plate german to appraise similar items instantly without sending photos or descriptions. I found two places that carry parts and carrys firing pins for the 26 type. What is the value of a stevens crackshot 26 22 caliber. J stevens, crackshot, 22 lr model 26, falling block, rifle.
It was an intermediate model falling in price between the no. Just curious in why some say to only shoot sv ammo. Can anyone tell me where to get a schematic with measurements, and a place to obtain parts. Since posting the pictures of my stevens crack shot 22. 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. Stevens model 70 browning colt flobert henry marlin mosberg rossi savage smithandwesson uberti jimenez 9mm.
Before i go it alone without experiance i would like to call upon the wisdom and experiance of the membership of this forum. They were purchased by new england westinghouse on may 28, 1915 and again by. A customer brought in for repair an old stevens crackshot 22 lr. Stevens model 16 side lever crac leeroys ramblings. Model 1898 springfield armory 3040 craig fair condition 3. Those rifles made after the savage purchase of stevens will have svg stamped on the left rear of the frame. The straight grain walnut stock and fore grip are in good condition showing signs of use. Price guide for stevens crackshot26 single shot rifle. Options included tang rear sights and deluxe checkered wood. Single shot, with a side lever to operate the breech. Smooth forearm and pistol grip stock with smooth steel buttplate. It is the responsibility of the buyer to ensure the gun you buy is legal in your locality. Stevens crackshot gun parts antique firearms, winchester, marlin. Find great deals on ebay for j stevens crack shot 26.
Crack shot 26 the firearms forum the buying, selling. 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. The 4 pound stevens favorite featured interchangeable breech blocks and blued barrels, as well as a casehardened receiver and walnut stocks. I have three guns that i would like to get an approximate value on. I will be passing it on to my grandson for just that purpose as long as it. Im not familiar with that model of gun, but in general people say that because a gun is old, and yours looks old at least from the picture. Stevens crack shot26 single shot rimfire rifle parts.
Black powder, corrosive primers and neglect all taking their toll. Your j stevens model 26 crackshot,is a boys type single shot rifle with a under lever opening,a 18in. Found this stevens no 26 crack shot at cabelas saturday. This is important as about all obsolete parts suppliers use only factory or closely associated numbers where ever possible so everyone is on the same page note, for some of the older firearms, many over 100. Guns international advertising policy this sites purpose is to bring gun buyers and gun brokers or sellers together by advertising guns or gun related items and services for sale online. According to the shooters bible, it looks like the model 26 with a couple of noticeable differences. Stevens crackshot 22lr for sale guns international. This rifle has a dovetailed rear sight and fixed blade front sight. Shop with confidence stevens crackshot 26 serial number free download. Stevens arms company pat april 22, 19 chicopee falls, mass u. By 1902 they were advertising themselves as the largest producers of sporting arms in the world. It is a take down model with a rolling block action. Browse all new and used stevens rifles for sale and buy with confidence from guns international. We would rate the rifle excellent save for the rust which knocks it down to a fair condition.
It was an economical boys rifle, and is usually found in less than good condition. About 1932 during takeover by savage, the single shot rifles were discontinued giving way to the bolt actions models. Stevens crackshot gun parts antique firearms, winchester. The side lever crackshot is a modified rolling block design, and is adequate for 22 rimfires. The stevens model 26 crackshot was a later budget version of the stevens favorite. Order savagespringfieldstevens model 26 crackshot parts, accessories and schematics with numrich gun parts. It features a case colored frame and 22 octagon barrel with iron sights. Savagestevens model 72 crackshot 22lr singleactions. This single shot rifle is a more modern version of the old rolling blocks rifles of the past. What is the value of a stevens crackshot 22 answers. All original in good condition made in 19 april 22nd.