Stevens Model 87A .22 LR Semi-Automatic Rifle | WWII-Era, Early “Click-Clack” Variant
This Stevens Model 87A is an early, WWII-era example of the company’s famous “click-clack” .22 rimfire. Produced between 1938 and 1945, this rifle features the dual-mode action that runs semi-auto with .22 LR and can be manually cycled for .22 Short or .22 Long. An exposed helical recoil spring over the receiver and the absence of later “gill” ports mark it as one of the first 87A variants, making it appealing to collectors who appreciate pre-1968 production firearms.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There is scattered surface rust on the barrel and receiver, along with visible handling marks and light scratches in the blued finish.
What’s Included
- Stevens Model 87A .22 LR semi-automatic rifle
The 24-inch carbon-steel barrel feeds from a tubular magazine holding approximately 15 rounds of .22 LR, plus one in the chamber. The direct blowback action is simple and reliable, and the knurled charging handle is easy to grasp for manual cycling when using .22 Short or .22 Long ammunition.
Early 87A rifles like this one omit the later side-vent “gills,” giving the receiver a clean profile while retaining the exposed recoil spring that became a hallmark of the design. The absence of a serial number is correct for pre-1968 production and further confirms its wartime manufacture.
The hardwood stock carries an oil-varnish finish and offers a 13.5-inch length of pull. Iron sights consist of a bead/blade front and a drift-adjustable rear elevator leaf, allowing practical accuracy for small-game hunting or plinking.
Blued carbon-steel construction throughout provides traditional looks and durability. Combined with its dual-mode operation and historical production window, this Model 87A stands out as a functional rimfire with collectible appeal.