Lot 1344:
Stevens Model 73 Bolt-Action Single-Shot Rifle .22 Short/Long/Long Rifle with 20 Inch Barrel
Description
This Stevens Model 73 is a bolt-action single-shot rifle chambered to accept .22 Short, .22 Long, or .22 Long Rifle cartridges. It features a 20-inch round barrel equipped with a ramped front blade sight and an adjustable rear leaf sight. The rifle is constructed with a blued finish on the barrel and receiver, while the wooden stock has been finished in black paint or lacquer. A sliding thumb safety is located on the right side of the receiver, marked with an “S” and a directional arrow. The barrel is clearly marked on the top with “STEVENS SAVAGE ARMS WESTFIELD, MASS. U.S.A. MODEL 73 22 SHORT, LONG OR LONG RIFLE” and on the left side with “PATENT 3,197,906 3,203,129”. The receiver is stamped with the serial number P689275. The rifle is fitted with a black plastic serrated buttplate. Mechanical function has not been independently verified, and we have not function-tested this firearm. Note – All firearms require a federal 4473 background check.
Condition report:
The metal surfaces show scattered surface oxidation and thinning to the bluing, with more pronounced wear near the muzzle. The wooden stock displays significant cosmetic wear, featuring numerous chips, deep scratches, and large areas where the black finish has been lost, revealing the natural wood color underneath. The bore has not been inspected. The action appears to function correctly when cycled manually. The top screw of the buttplate shows heavy rust, while the bottom screw shows light surface oxidation.
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