Make: J. Stevens Arms Company
Model: No. 10 "Target"
Serial Number: 4198 (serial matching parts)
Year of Manufacture: 1919-1933 / ATF Classification: C&R
Caliber/Gauge: .22 Long Rifle
Action Type: Single shot, break action, self cocking piece
Barrel Length: 8"
Sights/Optics: The front sight is a blade dovetailed into the barrel. The rear sight is an adjustable square notch dovetailed into the frame.
Grip/Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two piece checkered synthetic panels. The grips show light handling marks. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips rate in Very Good condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is mostly bright and the rifling is fairly sharp. There is light pitting scattered throughout the bore. In this writer's opinion, the bores rate 6.5/10.
Overall Condition: This firearm retains about 75% of its original metal finish. The finish shows edge wear, thinning on the grips, and some minor scratches. The markings are clear and complete. The screw heads have little to no tooling and retain turnable slots. Overall, this firearm rates in Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this firearm. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None
Our Assessment: This J. Stevens Arms Company No. 10 "Target" was manufactured between 1919 and 1933 and qualifies as a Curio and Relic firearm. Produced by J. Stevens Arms Company, the No. 10 Target was developed as a precision single-shot rimfire pistol for target shooting and recreational marksmanship. Stevens earned a strong reputation for producing accurate and affordable rimfire firearms, and the No. 10 reflected that tradition with its simple yet robust design and emphasis on practical accuracy. These pistols remain popular among collectors of early American target arms.
Chambered in .22 Long Rifle with an 8 inch barrel, this single-shot pistol offers a long sight radius and balanced handling well suited for deliberate target shooting. In this writer's opinion, the bore rates 6.5 out of 10, showing moderate wear with visible rifling remaining. The action functions correctly.
The grips rate in Very Good condition with honest handling wear consistent with age. This pistol retains approximately 75% of its original metal finish, exhibiting expected thinning and edge wear while maintaining an attractive overall appearance. Overall, this firearm rates in Good condition and represents a solid example of the J. Stevens Arms Company No. 10 "Target," offering enduring appeal to collectors of early American rimfire target pistols. Please see our photos for a better understanding of condition and good luck with your bids!
