Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this single-shot rifle today for a penny-start auction, this is the Stevens Favorite Model 1915.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Stevens
Model: Favorite 1915
Serial: I0665
Caliber: .22 LR
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 24"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Blade with Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Wood Stock
Action: Single-Shot
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Stevens Favorite 1915 is a classic American single-shot rimfire rifle that embodies the craftsmanship and utilitarian elegance of early 20th-century sporting arms, produced during a period when simplicity, durability, and affordability defined successful rifle design. Manufactured by J. Stevens Arms & Tool Company, the 1915 Favorite was an evolution of earlier Favorite models, retaining the distinctive falling-block action while incorporating subtle mechanical and structural refinements that improved strength and longevity. Typically chambered in .22 Short, .22 Long, or .22 Long Rifle, the rifle features a compact, trim profile with a slim octagonal or round barrel and a lightweight receiver that makes it exceptionally well-balanced in the hands. The exposed hammer and manually operated breechblock provide a tactile, deliberate shooting experience, reinforcing its reputation as a rifle designed to teach careful marksmanship rather than rapid fire. Stocks were usually crafted from plain walnut with a straight grip and steel buttplate, reflecting its role as a working rifle for farm use, small-game hunting, and youth instruction. Sights were simple but effective, commonly consisting of a blade front and adjustable rear, and the inherent accuracy of the rigid single-shot action made the Favorite surprisingly precise within its intended range. Today, the Stevens Favorite 1915 is widely admired by collectors and shooters alike for its historical significance, mechanical honesty, and nostalgic connection to a time when countless Americans learned the fundamentals of shooting with a modest, dependable rifle built to last generations.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Model: Favorite 1915
Serial: I0665
Caliber: .22 LR
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 24"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Blade with Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Wood Stock
Action: Single-Shot
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Stevens Favorite 1915 is a classic American single-shot rimfire rifle that embodies the craftsmanship and utilitarian elegance of early 20th-century sporting arms, produced during a period when simplicity, durability, and affordability defined successful rifle design. Manufactured by J. Stevens Arms & Tool Company, the 1915 Favorite was an evolution of earlier Favorite models, retaining the distinctive falling-block action while incorporating subtle mechanical and structural refinements that improved strength and longevity. Typically chambered in .22 Short, .22 Long, or .22 Long Rifle, the rifle features a compact, trim profile with a slim octagonal or round barrel and a lightweight receiver that makes it exceptionally well-balanced in the hands. The exposed hammer and manually operated breechblock provide a tactile, deliberate shooting experience, reinforcing its reputation as a rifle designed to teach careful marksmanship rather than rapid fire. Stocks were usually crafted from plain walnut with a straight grip and steel buttplate, reflecting its role as a working rifle for farm use, small-game hunting, and youth instruction. Sights were simple but effective, commonly consisting of a blade front and adjustable rear, and the inherent accuracy of the rigid single-shot action made the Favorite surprisingly precise within its intended range. Today, the Stevens Favorite 1915 is widely admired by collectors and shooters alike for its historical significance, mechanical honesty, and nostalgic connection to a time when countless Americans learned the fundamentals of shooting with a modest, dependable rifle built to last generations.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.




