Stevens Model 22-410 .22 LR/.410 WWII-Era Combination Gun – Rare U.S. Air Corps Survival Variant, 24" Barrels
This Stevens Model 22-410 is one of the earliest mass-produced American combination guns, pairing a .22 LR rifle barrel over a .410 shotgun barrel. Built between 1938 and 1950, this example comes from the limited Stevens-marked run purchased by the U.S. Army Air Corps as air-crew survival arms during World War II. Its break-action design, single external hammer with barrel-selector toggle, and side-mounted action release lever make it a distinctive and collectible piece of wartime ingenuity.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Fair – Generally clean, some residue or smudges, slight corrosion.
Rifling Condition: Fair – Worn rifling, slight loss of definition.
Specific Condition Notes: The metal surfaces display scattered scratches, finish wear, and discoloration. Areas of pitting and surface rust are present, though the action remains solid and functional.
What’s Included
- Stevens Model 22-410 combination gun
Introduced just before World War II, the Model 22-410 was the first factory offering to combine a rimfire rifle and a .410 shotgun in one shoulder arm, giving downed airmen versatile firepower for survival. Approximately 15,000 units were procured by the U.S. Army Air Corps, making wartime-marked examples like this highly sought after by military and sporting collectors alike.
The gun uses a robust break-action with an extractor that lifts both cartridges simultaneously for quick removal. A single trigger governs both barrels; selecting either barrel is accomplished by pushing the toggle built into the hammer, a hallmark of early Stevens production.
A 24" blued carbon-steel barrel set keeps the package compact yet effective, while iron sights—a plain triangular blade front and flip-up aperture rear—provide straightforward aiming for both rifle and shotgun duty. The side-mounted action release lever is unique to Stevens and differentiates these early models from later Savage-branded successors.
The walnut semi-pistol-grip stock and matching splinter forend give the firearm classic sporting lines. With a 14.5" length of pull, it fits most adult shooters comfortably and maintains the handling characteristics prized by outdoorsmen of the era.