Stevens 1915 22lr

[Bluesteel9]

Hi all,

I'm pretty new to this forum and so far I find it really interesting. I'm in the process of restoring an old Stevens 1915 22lr (Savage vintage, post 1919)) and if you have any experience there I'd appreciate your input. It was in pretty bad shape from being passed to their family members and sat in a garage corner for 10 plus years when being rediscovered. I managed to get most of the rust off of it took disassembled the receiver to replace a broken firing pin. Not only was it broken it was seized and broke off. I've got the firing pin replaced and installed in the breech block and I also had to order an extractor since someone evidently along life's road took it apart to maybe fix the firing pin ,that they couldn't, and put it back together without the extractor (go figure). Anyway I have the schematic of the rifle so I know where the parts go but I'm having trouble feeding the extractor up into the receiver. Any thoughts??

Also the barrel is somewhat pitted from the rust having taken over but the bore and rifling looks okay (tg).

I just want to restore it but want to make sure it is functional before I go any further. I can upload some pics (if I can figure out how to) if that helps.

 

[cardman5448]

I would post your question on the ASSRA forum, Many experienced folks, Post in the gunsmithing section.

 

[Bluesteel9]

I would post your question on the ASSRA forum, Many experienced folks, Post in the gunsmithing section.

TY. Much appreciated by the newbe.

 

[clowdis]

If you're replacing the original extractor with a new one there is probably some fitting required. Not a drop in.

 

[dellet]

It's easiest if you install it with the barrel off you can reach through and help align it. It pivots on the same pin as the lever.

Make sure you have the right extractor.
http://www.wisnersinc.com/stevens-favorite-extractors/

Leroys ramblings has schematics that may be helpful

https://www.leeroysramblings.com/Gun parts illustrations/stevens_favorite_illustrated.html

 

[clowdis]

Or does it look like this one?
https://www.gunpartscorp.com/products/141670

 

[jdh47]

You can call Lee's Gun parts, 972-790-0773 in Irving, Texas. They can help with lots of parts and their instillation. I've bought parts for many obsolete revolvers and rifles from them.

 

[butchlambert]

It's easiest if you install it with the barrel off you can reach through and help align it. It pivots on the same pin as the lever.

Make sure you have the right extractor.
http://www.wisnersinc.com/stevens-favorite-extractors/

Leroys ramblings has schematics that may be helpful

https://www.leeroysramblings.com/Gun parts illustrations/stevens_favorite_illustrated.html

I've bought several parts from Wisners. They are very good people. Seems I've had to fit the extractors.

 

[dellet]

I've bought several parts from Wisners. They are very good people. Seems I've had to fit the extractors.

Main thing that Wisners has going is enough information to make sure what the OP might have is correct or at least will work together, by using the dimensions, drawings and photos. Might be why he's having trouble putting what he has together.

Fitting is pretty common unless you get real lucky' or what you are installing it is is pretty worn. Seems like more and more people are making the 1915 extractor.

 

[Bluesteel9]

Hi all,

I'm pretty new to this forum and so far I find it really interesting. I'm in the process of restoring an old Stevens 1915 22lr (Savage vintage, post 1919)) and if you have any experience there I'd appreciate your input. It was in pretty bad shape from being passed to their family members and sat in a garage corner for 10 plus years when being rediscovered. I managed to get most of the rust off of it took disassembled the receiver to replace a broken firing pin. Not only was it broken it was seized and broke off. I've got the firing pin replaced and installed in the breech block and I also had to order an extractor since someone evidently along life's road took it apart to maybe fix the firing pin ,that they couldn't, and put it back together without the extractor (go figure). Anyway I have the schematic of the rifle so I know where the parts go but I'm having trouble feeding the extractor up into the receiver. Any thoughts??

Also the barrel is somewhat pitted from the rust having taken over but the bore and rifling looks okay (tg).

I just want to restore it but want to make sure it is functional before I go any further. I can upload some pics (if I can figure out how to) if that helps.

Hi all,

I'm pretty new to this forum and so far I find it really interesting. I'm in the process of restoring an old Stevens 1915 22lr (Savage vintage, post 1919)) and if you have any experience there I'd appreciate your input. It was in pretty bad shape from being passed to their family members and sat in a garage corner for 10 plus years when being rediscovered. I managed to get most of the rust off of it took disassembled the receiver to replace a broken firing pin. Not only was it broken it was seized and broke off. I've got the firing pin replaced and installed in the breech block and I also had to order an extractor since someone evidently along life's road took it apart to maybe fix the firing pin ,that they couldn't, and put it back together without the extractor (go figure). Anyway I have the schematic of the rifle so I know where the parts go but I'm having trouble feeding the extractor up into the receiver. Any thoughts??

Also the barrel is somewhat pitted from the rust having taken over but the bore and rifling looks okay (tg).

I just want to restore it but want to make sure it is functional before I go any further. I can upload some pics (if I can figure out how to) if that helps.

 

[Bluesteel9]

Update: Great input all of you. It's a wealth of information and hope some way I can give back or pay it forward over time. I had already already replaced the firing pin and extractor from Wisner's, had the schematic manuals and charts. The extractor only required minimal filing upon the fit check and upon fitting the barrel I noticed a small rise of metal on one side where the extractor and barrel marry up. Did some fine filing to remove it to take care of it. Rather than install the barrel I used to handle end of a small screwdriver to put some pressure on the upper tang of the extractor thru receiver barrel opening. That then allowed me to be able to apply pressure on the lever attach lug to get the screw into the receiver and thru the extractor and lever lug. What a beast. Had to walk away from it a few times and I'm sure there where a few inappropriate words (or maybe they were appropriate).

The fit check looked good and the extractor functioned correctly and interfaced with the barrel correctly. I inserted a snap cap and whoopee, the firing pin strike looked great and the extractor functioned properly.

Can't wait to get and and at least put a few rounds through it. I'm sure the accuracy will be questionable but hey, if it functions great that's what I'm looking for.

In the meantime I now feel better about going after the external metal and stock refinish. Because of the rust the bluing is all but shot (it was so bad on three different rifles I refused to put them in my vault that way :-() I will need to probably strip and reblue. Thoughts there?

The stock is smothered in dirt and grime so might take a while. No chipped or splits in it but doesn't look like the original but plate.

 

[epc308]

Update: Great input all of you. It's a wealth of information and hope some way I can give back or pay it forward over time. I had already already replaced the firing pin and extractor from Wisner's, had the schematic manuals and charts. The extractor only required minimal filing upon the fit check and upon fitting the barrel I noticed a small rise of metal on one side where the extractor and barrel marry up. Did some fine filing to remove it to take care of it. Rather than install the barrel I used to handle end of a small screwdriver to put some pressure on the upper tang of the extractor thru receiver barrel opening. That then allowed me to be able to apply pressure on the lever attach lug to get the screw into the receiver and thru the extractor and lever lug. What a beast. Had to walk away from it a few times and I'm sure there where a few inappropriate words (or maybe they were appropriate).

The fit check looked good and the extractor functioned correctly and interfaced with the barrel correctly. I inserted a snap cap and whoopee, the firing pin strike looked great and the extractor functioned properly.

Can't wait to get and and at least put a few rounds through it. I'm sure the accuracy will be questionable but hey, if it functions great that's what I'm looking for.

In the meantime I now feel better about going after the external metal and stock refinish. Because of the rust the bluing is all but shot (it was so bad on three different rifles I refused to put them in my vault that way :-() I will need to probably strip and reblue. Thoughts there?

The stock is smothered in dirt and grime so might take a while. No chipped or splits in it but doesn't look like the original but plate.

For the stock, acetone and 4-0 steel wool are your friend. It will strip off the old finish, dirt, grime and oil, yet leave the patina intact. It doesn't removal any material like sanding, doesn't raise the grain. Give it a day to dry, apply the finish of choice, and you're set.