Stevens Favorite Falling Block Single Shot Rifle

This boy's rifle is a scaled-down version of full-size members of the Stevens line. From the late 1800s, Stevens Favorite rifles were often a boy's first gun and a standby for trappers and varmint hunters. Production ceased in 1940.

1895 Stevens (U.S.) 'Boy's Favorite Rifle' Lever-Action Falling-Block Rifle (single-shot/ breech-loading/ smokeless powder/ cartridge ammunition) A scaled-down version of a Stevens rifle, this little .22 LR has a post target rear sight. It also has a ring for carrying purposes mounted under the receiver.

Like all other children's guns of the times, this Stevens was designed to be very utilitarian, sturdy, and versatile. Fancy wood, engraved steel, or polished brass were not important to the youngsters who used these guns. What children of those times wanted were good results and long usage. After all, most of these diminutive firearms had to serve several generations of children before they were retired. In the 19th century, firearms occupied a place in every rural home and were sometimes even looked upon as members of the family. --Dr. William L. Roberts, THE AMERICAN LIBERTY COLLECTION; #197