Stevens Little Scout No. 14½ .22 LR Single-Shot Rolling Breechblock Rifle, 18 Inch Barrel, Walnut Stock
The Stevens Little Scout No. 14½ is a classic American single-shot .22 LR rifle recognized for its compact dimensions and straightforward top-lever, rolling/tilting breechblock design. This example carries the J. Stevens Arms Company barrel rollmark with the patent date of July 2, 1907, reflecting production under the post-1916 company name. With an 18 inch round barrel, brass blade front sight, and 13 inch length of pull, it embodies the youth-market configuration that made the Little Scout line widely known.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Fair - Generally clean, some residue or smudges, slight corrosion.
Bore Rifling: Fair Rifling - Worn rifling, slight loss of definition.
Specific Condition Notes: This firearm is in solid overall shape. There are widespread scratches and blemishes present, along with widespread pitting and rust. The bore is dark and blemished.
What’s Included
- Stevens Arms Little Scout No. 14½ .22 LR single-shot rifle
The barrel is rollmarked: "J. STEVENS ARMS COMPANY … LITTLE SCOUT 22–LONG RIFLE … 14½" with "PAT. JULY 2–07", identifying the model and chambering and tying the design to its noted patent date. The J. Stevens Arms Company marking reflects manufacture under the post-1916 corporate name.
Its action is a top-lever operated rolling/tilting breechblock with an exposed hammer. The rifle is a true single-shot with a capacity of one round and is configured for easy takedown via a large slotted receiver screw.
The 18 inch round barrel is paired with open sights: a brass blade up front and an open rear sight, set for straightforward sight alignment with .22 LR ammunition.
Stocking is traditional walnut in a two-piece, straight-grip layout. The length of pull measures 13.0 inches, consistent with the model’s original positioning as a boys’/youth rifle. The metal wears a blued finish, and overall manufacture is U.S.-made.