{"product_id":"stevens-model-44-ideal-38-55-single-shot-falling-block-rifle-schuetzen-configuration","title":"Stevens Model 44½ Ideal .38-55 Single Shot Falling Block Rifle – Schuetzen Configuration","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a beautiful example of one of Stevens’ finest falling-block single-shot rifles — the Model 44½, produced from approximately 1902 to 1916. Only around 13,000 of these were ever made, and they remain highly regarded for their strength, accuracy, and classic American target-shooting heritage. This particular rifle is chambered in the excellent \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.38-55 Winchester\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e cartridge, a favorite for black powder and mild smokeless loads alike.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Condition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Stevens Model 44½ falling block — smooth, strong, and famously forgiving when feeding cartridges. Action is tight \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBarrel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: 28” length with a bright, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexcellent bore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Shows strong rifling with minimal wear. There is one very small, superficial area of surface rust (easily addressed with light cleaning if desired); otherwise the bore presents exceptionally well for a rifle of this age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTriggers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDouble set triggers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — a hallmark of serious Schuetzen\/target rifles. Crisp and adjustable for precise offhand or bench work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eButtplate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Classic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSchuetzen-style\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e curved steel buttplate, providing a comfortable and traditional fit for target shooting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Factory-style \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003etang peep sight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (adjustable) paired with a front sight — ideal setup for the period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Attractive walnut with good color and grain. The pistol grip and forend show honest use but remain solid with attractive figure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Very good+ antique condition. Metal surfaces display a pleasing patina with some expected age-related wear. Wood is sound. A very shootable and display-worthy example of this iconic American single-shot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis rifle captures the golden era of single-shot target shooting. Whether you’re adding to a Stevens collection, looking for a fun .38-55 shooter, or want a handsome piece for the wall that can still hit the gong at the range, this one checks all the boxes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFREE SHIPPING!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whiskey Rebellion Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43101949329485,"sku":null,"price":2500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/9229\/8829\/files\/D91DCE31-79FF-41D7-B869-7888DF2E85AB.jpg?v=1780926211","url":"https:\/\/whiskeyrebellionantiques.com\/products\/stevens-model-44-ideal-38-55-single-shot-falling-block-rifle-schuetzen-configuration","provider":"Whiskey Rebellion Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}