Author Topic: what is this rifle? (Read 877 times)

Cal 50 · « **Reply #1 on:** September 18, 2005, 03:13:43 PM »

Looks like a Winchester Mod. 1885.
What caliber is it in?

marlinman93 · « **Reply #2 on:** September 18, 2005, 04:24:54 PM »

That's a Stevens model 44 1/2. At least that's what the action is, with custom stocks, and barrel. Look at my reply at this thread. Pictures #6 and #10 are the same action, but with different levers. Stevens offered the 44 1/2 with 4-5 different lever types. Your's is the most common type found.
http://www.graybeardoutdoors.com/phpbb2/viewtopic.php?t=70904

scgunsmith · « **Reply #3 on:** September 19, 2005, 12:03:03 AM »

thanks,btw its in 219 zipper

marlinman93 · « **Reply #4 on:** September 19, 2005, 03:06:30 PM »

You bet. The .219 was a choice for many custom built varmint rifles, and the 44 1/2 is plenty strong to handle that cartridge. Probably a good shooter too.