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Springfield/J.Stevens Mod 87A Semi-Automatic Rifle

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:25.00 USD Estimated At:100.00 - 300.00 USD
Springfield/J.Stevens Mod 87A Semi-Automatic Rifle
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For sale in this lot is a Springfield / J. Stevens Model 87A, semi-automatic rifle, chambered in .22 Short, Long, and Long Rifle. The rifle utilizes a 24" round barrel, rear notch sight, with a bead/blade front sight, and a single piece walnut stock. The rifle is marked in numerous places, reading; "Springfield - J. Stevens Arms Company - Chicopee Falls, MASS. U.S.A. - Model 87A" on the top of the barrel, infront of the rear sight, ".22 Short Long or Long Rifle - Long Rifle Only As Automatic" on the left side of the barrel, underneath the rear sight, and "2094577 Patents 2224758 - 2223093 RE22585 2271576" on the right side of the barrel, underneath the rear sight. The 87A was manufactured between 1938 to 1965, with pre-1945 examples showing a checkered stock. This rifle is circa 1945-65. The rifle is in good condition overall, with a good action, and a reasonable bore, showing some darkness, but strong rifling. The Rifle qualifies as a Curio & Relic Long Gun, and requires FFL Transfer or NICS Background Check. Serial Number: NSN.