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Stevens Vernier New Model 40-1/2 Rifle w/Stock

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:500.00 USD
Stevens Vernier New Model 40-1/2 Rifle w/Stock
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Stevens Vernier New Model Single-Shot Pocket Rifle No. 40-1/2, with Shoulder Stock, #39912, .22 RF cal., blued 15'' round-to-octagonal tip-up barrel with folding Beach-type front and elevated notched rear sights, and auto extraction, marked with maker's name and address at breech; nickel-plated frame has left-side knurled barrel release, separate loop trigger guard, integral gripstraps with Vernier peep tang sight and detachable nickel-plated skeleton shoulder stock, two-piece varnished walnut grips. Mfg'd ca. 1896-1915, approx. 2500 guns. Condition is excellent retaining approx. 95% deep barrel blue, fire-blued hammer, frame and trigger guard with approx. 97% bright nickel and minor marks at sides. Stock with 97% nickel showing minor use marks and scattered light dulling. Grips fit well with occasional use marks and approx. 95% original varnish. Sharp edges and markings; crisp action; bore is clean with moderately worn rifling. Est.: $1,000-$1,500. (C&R/PPT)(Doug Beneck collection)