Where does the Riverside Arms Co gun come from?

Where does the Riverside Arms Co gun come from?

The receiver of the firearm is marked as “Riverside Arms Co” with an origin of “Chicopee Falls, Massachusetts, USA.” Some readers may already know that J. Stevens Arms Company got its start in Chicopee Falls, MA and Riverside Arms Co. is indeed a house brand for them.

What kind of shotgun does Stevens Arms make?

This company manufactured a number of single-barrel break-open single-shot shotguns. They were chambered for various gauges, with various length barrels and chokes. They are quite similar in appearance and were designed as inexpensive utility-grade weapons.

Which is the best 12 gauge shotgun for home defense?

With the shorter, 18.5-inch carbon steel barrel, the 320 Security is optimal for home defense, but just as versatile as any other 12-gauge pump-action shotgun. The 3-inch chamber also accommodates 2-3/4 inch shells and the tube fits five rounds. You load from the bottom and the gun ejects from the side.

How big is Gary Stevens 12 gauge shotgun?

As far as Gary’s specific shotgun, he has relayed to me that the barrel is now 30″ in length. Originally, his shotgun was likely a J. Stevens Arms Company Model 94 12 Gauge Single-Shot Break-Open copy. This means the barrel more than likely was 32″ long when it left the factory.

What kind of stocks did Riverside Arms use?

For example, the stocks for most Riverside Arms Co firearms were either a cheap birch or beech nut wood with a simulated walnut finish. The wood-to-metal fit likely was not pristine either, but these were a utility firearm; meant to be used and likely abused.

How to find out the year of manufacture of a J Stevens gun?

To more confidently figure out the year of manufacture, anyone who owns a J. Stevens Arms Company firearm could write in to the subject-matter-expert for these who is John Callahan. For a research fee of $25.00, he can dig up any historical information relating to your firearm (if any exists).