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How do you find the age of a Stevens shotgun?
Then you can date its manufacture +/- 20 years. Looking at the barrels should tell you if it is damascus. You should be able to find pictures of damascus and other laminated barrels on the internet. Most Stevens doubles will also have a patent date marked on the right side of the receiver.
When did J Stevens start making shotguns?
Click to expand… Stevens did make a ” Off – Hand ” shotgun pistol in 1929 to 1934. It does fall under the NFA guide lines, which means it needs to be papered. The Stevens pistol is written as ” not well made” Iver Johnson, Crescent and H&R also made shotgun pistols during the same time period.
When did J Stevens Arms change its name?
The J. Stevens Arms & Tool Co. name was changed to J. Stevens Arms Co. in 1916, so one of many made 1916-1940s, maybe ca. 1920s with the “Barrel & Lug —” marking. I don’t care much about it’s value because I have no intention of selling……but is there ANY other info. you could share?
Is the j.stevens 410 breakdown unfindable?
J. Stevens 410 Shotgun – UNFINDABLE!! Not open for further replies. I have an UNFINDABLE 410 breakdown single-shot Stevens shotgun. I would love to learn as much as possible about my gun!!! Here are the locations and words/numbers everywhere on the shotgun. Hope it helps!!! * ( Hand stamp??? )
When was j.stevens arms and Tool Company founded?
In 1888, it was incorporated as J. Stevens Arms & Tool Company. It operated as such until 1920, when it was taken over by Savage Arms Company. It has operated as an independent division in this organization since.
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.
When did Savage Arms Company start making guns?
All Models :: Gun Values by Gun Digest In 1864, this firm began doing business as J. Stevens & Company. In 1888, it was incorporated as J. Stevens Arms & Tool Company. It operated as such until 1920, when it was taken over by Savage Arms Company.
When was the last Model 77E shotgun made?
According to U.S. military shotgun collector Jeff Moeller, factory records indicate 77E production ended in early 1964, rather than later as is sometimes cited. The first delivery of the initial contract took place on May 24, 1963 and the last on December 31, 1963 for a total of 58,940.
What do you need to know about martial 77E shotgun?
Martial 77E shotguns are readily identifiable by the Parkerized receiver and barrel; the “U.S.” stamped on the right side of the receiver just behind the barrel; the “P” proof marks on top of the receiver and barrel; a 20-inch, cylinder-bored barrel with a bead sight; a black, stained stock and forearm; a rubber recoil pad; and sling swivels.
What’s the difference between Winchester Model 12 and 77E?
Overall, compared to the Model 12 Winchester or the Ithaca Model 37, the 77E was not considered as sturdy for combat, though it saw quite a bit.
Is the J Stevens 410 pistol well made?
The Stevens pistol is written as ” not well made” Iver Johnson, Crescent and H&R also made shotgun pistols during the same time period. Click to expand… However, H&R made a “Handy Gun” .410 pistol with a foreend.
When was the Stevens Model 58 shotgun made?
Daniel, FWIW, the Stevens Model 58 was a short lived production run. It was made from 1937 to 1945 and during the WWII years (140-1945) production and sales were at a minimum. When WWII ended, firearms production for civilans increased as government contracts for military firearms came to and end.