Stevens Model 14 1/2 'Little Scout' .22 LR Single-Shot Rolling-Block Rifle, 20 in Barrel, Savage-Era Marked
This Stevens Model 14 1/2 'Little Scout' is a classic single-shot youth rifle from the early 20th century. It features the Savage-era 'SVG' receiver monogram, original model and patent markings, a 20 in round barrel, and simple fixed sights. The takedown thumbscrew and rolling/tilting breechblock with external hammer reflect the straightforward design that makes this variant notable to collectors and rimfire enthusiasts.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive 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: The metal surfaces show widespread finish wear and patina. Pitting is present on multiple areas of the exterior. The firing pin appears to be bound.
What's Included
- Stevens Model 14 1/2 'Little Scout' .22 LR single-shot rifle
The Model 14 1/2 'Little Scout' uses a single-shot rolling/tilting breechblock with a pivoting extractor and an external hammer with a thumb spur. Capacity is one round, emphasizing a simple, direct operating system tailored to youth training and economical rimfire shooting.
Savage-era production is identified by the 'SVG' monogram on the receiver. Receiver markings include 'REGULAR CARTRIDGES,' and the barrel carries the Model 14 1/2 'Little Scout' rollmark with a July 2, 1907 patent date. This example was made in the United States during the 1916–1936 period.
The rifle is built around a round 20 in barrel and wears fixed iron sights: a front blade and a barrel-mounted rear notch. This straightforward sight setup complements the rifle's single-shot design and period-correct configuration.
Furniture consists of two-piece walnut with a straight-grip buttstock and a slim fore-end, finished with a steel buttplate. Length of pull is 13.0 in. A knurled thumbscrew ahead of the trigger guard provides quick takedown, adding to the rifle's practical field serviceability.