Savage Model 24 .22 WMR over .410 Bore, 24 in Barrels, 3 in Chamber, Early Chicopee Falls Marking
This Savage Arms Model 24 is a classic over/under combination gun in .22 WMR over .410 Bore with 24-inch barrels and a 3-inch .410 chamber. The receiver carries the Chicopee Falls address, indicating early production, and features a color case-hardened finish paired with blued barrels. It uses an extractor (not an ejector), has an exposed hammer with single-action operation, and a single trigger.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are spots of pitting on the receiver and barrel. The trigger guard shows heavy blemishing. The hardwood stock and forend exhibit surface scratches and handling marks. The rear sight ladder/elevator is present and installed beneath the rear leaf sight.
What’s Included
- Savage Arms Model 24 combination gun (.22 WMR over .410 Bore)
The .22 WMR over .410 Bore configuration offers versatile capability in a compact break-action platform. This example has 24-inch barrels, a 3-inch .410 chamber, and a 2-round capacity with an extractor for easy case removal.
Receiver rollmarks read "SAVAGE / SAVAGE ARMS CORPORATION / CHICOPEE FALLS, MASS. U.S.A.," a hallmark of early production. Barrel markings include "22 WIN. MAGNUM R.F. ONLY" and "PROOF TESTED .410 BORE - 3 INCH CHAMBER," confirming the chambering and intended ammunition.
Operation is single-action-only with an exposed hammer and a single trigger. Sighting equipment is iron: a ramped front blade and an adjustable rear open sight with an elevator.
The gun wears a traditional finish combination: blued barrels over a color case-hardened receiver. Furniture is hardwood with a pistol-grip, uncheckered stock and a slim hardwood forend. Length of pull measures 14.0 inches.