The stevens model 520 was a pumpaction shotgun developed by john browning and originally manufactured by the j stevens. Stevens 520, 520a, 620, 620a pump shotgun sort by featured best selling alphabetically, az alphabetically, za price, low to high price, high to low date, new. What is the age and value of a 12 gauge j stevens arms and. A john browning design, the 520 debuted in 1904 and was made until 1932. The 520a utilizes a slide button safety located on the receiver tang. Stevens 520 slide action riot shotgun service manuals. The 520a is only pictured in stevens parts catalogs and in sears and. Stevens provided a prototype model 520 trench gun to the. Us marked with p proofs and flaming bomb markings on the barrel and receiver, and a flaming bomb stamped on the cutts compensator as well.
Rifles including bolt action, lever action and rimfire. Your stevens 520 30 was offered by stevens throughout much of the nineteen thirties. It works sold as for sale by columbia precision on gunsamerica 995094675. Magazine follower, slide lock, trigger, and mainspring. Stevens was sold to new england westinghouse on 28 may 1915 and production of civilian firearms was greatly reduced. J stevens arms and tool co model 520 1909 pump shotgun overview and disassembly duration. What is the value of a stevens 5100 20 gauge double barrel shotgun. It was the successor to the model 520 and can be easily distinguished from the two step receiver top of that earlier model. The model 520 has a long history as a fighting shotgun. Jun 14, 2019 quick look at the savage model 30 pumpaction shotgun that was produced from 1958 thru the mid 1970s.
What is the value of a stevens 5100 20 gauge double barrel. Stevens 520 30 12ga with poly choke usflaming bomb markings. Sep 20, 20 in the other corner we have our rocky balboatype underdog, the lesserknown stevens 520. What is the value of a stevens 52030 shotgun made for the. The stevens model 520 m520 was a pumpaction slide shotgun appearing around 1910. Its an early stevens 520 pump with the double hump on the receiver. From the serial number, im estimating that the gun was made around wwi. Clear stevens wikipedia page 26 items found page 1 1. American rifleman combat shotguns of the vietnam war. Used stevens 311 double barrel 12 gauge 26 barrel good condition.
I have the magazine follower in all 3 gauges, let me know what gauge you need. You can buy stevens 520 with confidence from thousands of sellers. Savagespringfieldstevens 520 parts numrich gun parts. I stevens 520 pump shotgun us patent art print shot gun for sale was looking up 520 details and came. Its just that the 520 has been on my list for quite some time. I cant seem to find any data on when my stevens 520 was made. Its a pre1920, early model 520, designed by john moses browning. The history of stevens fighting shotguns goes back at least to the days when a stevens manufactured wells fargo messenger gun was used by wyatt earp to kill curley bill brocius at iron springs now mescal springs, arizona in the aftermath of the famous gunfight at the o. Pumpaction, concealed hammer, solidbreech, tubular magazine, takedown repeating shotgun.
Brigade in vietnam is carrying a world war iivintage stevens model 52030 trench gun. Due to the recent increase in order volume, shipping on some items may be delayed up to 15 business days or longer. Stevens 520, 520a, 620, 620a pump shotgun jack first inc. Coil springs, top tang safety but i had a sporting gun 30 full stevens marked 520 30 that i sold not long ago. Today, if you do not want to disappoint, check price before the price up. Best gun manuals stevens 520 slide action riot shotgun service manuals, cleaning stevens 520 riot shotgun stevens 520 slide action riot shotgun full disassembly service manuals, cleaning, repair manuals, printed, download or cd field stripping and full stripping are included. Manufacturers savage stevens springfield fox shotguns 620. Stevens 520 30 12ga with poly choke usflaming bomb markings bthe serial numberis 35361, stevens 12 ga shotgun, has p markings with flaming bombs below.
The interesting thing with this gun is that it is marked second on the left of the receiver. A streamlined version, the model 620, was introduced in 1927. Stevens model 520 30 military training shotgun description. Buttplate stevens model 520 and 620 shotgun gun parts antique firearms, winchester, marlin, remington jimenez, bryco jennings, buttplates, barrels, sights, screws description. The barrel receiver and trigger guard are as new and free from any cosmeti. Stevens mdl 520 the firearms forum the buying, selling. An interesting note, around 1918 stevens provided several 520 trench gun prototypes to the us. Its been around and i would say the bluing is about 75% and the stock is in fair shape with some cracking on the fore end but no missing wood. Download a pdf with pricing, value and reference information for stevens arms, courtesy of the standard catalog of firearms. Sell your stevens 520 for free today on gunsamerica. Focusing on the most frequently bought and sold firearms from the past 100 years, the book is a must for shooters looking to navigate todays crowded gun market with the utmost confidence. What is the value of a j stevens 520 1905 1907 12 g pump. Jan 10, 2007 i have been asked to repair a stevens 520 humpback 12ga.
I believe it was originally on a stevens 520 or 620. Your model was succeeded by the model 620 which joined the sloped receiver pattern common to almost all pump shotguns. Stevens 52030, wwii trench shotgun, excellent condition, 12 ga. If we start naming all of john brownings inventions, were going to be here a while so lets just focus on the shotguns. How to field strip a stevens model 520 620 shotgun duration. Serial number is in the correct 59xxx range, matching on both receiver and receiver extension. They are a more streamlined version of john brownings design that became the stevens 520 and are basically the same gun mechanically. Marine corps entered the vietnam conflict with the same shotguns that had seen service in world war iithe winchester model 12, the winchester model 97, the stevens 520 30 and the stevens 620a trench and riot guns. Mystery trench gun heatshieldbayonet adapter take a look. Aug 12, 2008 ive been reading some of the replies about the stevens 520 and have to add my latest info. Find savagespringfield stevens 620 parts and schematics today with numrich gun parts. Its general form and function were highly conventional while reliability and construction held in generally high regard for the time though some questioned the types overall complexity. If its fancy or engraved, it would be a 525, 530, or 535.
Stevens 520 30 riot gun value the gun has all matching numbers and falls within the 3500060000 serial number range for a wwii vintage gun. Rifles with this stamping have been found with serial numbers. Stevens, a division of savage arms company model 520 30 12 gauge trenchgunor is it. It operated as such until 1920, when it was taken over by savage arms company. This site provides values and information on firearms in a convenient online pricing guide format, and allows you to find out what your used guns are worth. It has operated as an independent division in this organization since. Stevens model 520 pump 12 gauge for sale gunsamerica.
In 1907, stevens was approached by john browning and offered the design of a pumpaction, hammerless, takedown, repeating shotgun that would become the model 520 and 620 shotguns. Complete with a pistol grip for tactical or selfdefense situations, the savage arms stevens 320 pump shotgun is powerful and accurate enough to handle any circumstances. The exact value of a j stevens double barrel 16 gauge shotgun would actually depend on a couple different things. Todays gunfight pits two old pump shotguns against one another. At least they were unknown when this book was written. Ive had a stevens model 520 12 gauge pump since i was about 10. Ive been reading some of the replies about the stevens 520 and have to add my latest info. Browse all new and used stevens shotguns for sale and buy with confidence from guns international. So theres one of those that doesnt quite fit the category. Shotgun is a 12 gauge ranger pump with a 30 full choke field barrel. The action is smooth, however the muzzle is pretty beat, and what leads me to the non original barrel is not only the non matching proof marks, but the barrel is scuffed up where the chamber of the barrel connects to the receiver, and the shade of color on the barrel.
Savage arms stevens 320 pump shotgun dicks sporting goods. Stevens 520, 520a, 620, 620a pump shotgun page 4 jack. In the other corner we have our rocky balboatype underdog, the lesserknown stevens 520. I just picked up an old stevens 520 pump the other day and really wanted to find the age of it and maybe an approximate value. Information is scarce and the blue book doesnt have any info on it. This makes me sad, as i recently sold a minty stevens heat shield that i had gotten for a steal and made a tidy profit on.
The internets best resource for shotgun information. I have a stevens model 520 that shows considerable wear and is missing the spring that keeps the action locked. Oct 19, 20 i was at a local fun show and found a very nice, all matching stevens 520 30 trench gun missing the heat shield. This is the buttplate for the stevens model 520 and 620 shotgun. I would not refinish it because it will loose any value it has. This is a like new stevens 320 pump action shotgun in 12 gauge. Most of the early firearms had what is called rust bluing. Manufacturing and sales rights were acquired by the stevens arms company in 1903 and the gun was placed on the market in early 1904 as the stevens model 520. Find stevens 520 for sale at, the worlds largest gun auction site. The way the gun presently operates is that very time the slide action is to be operated, the slide release button needs to be depressed. It is military marked and has a viet nam stevens m77e heatshield. Items shipped from our own warehouse can be shipped much sooner than items shipped direct to you from one of our fulfillment suppliers.
Have you actually fired it or are you attempting to cycle the action after a dry fire. The gun itself is in ok condition but is rough in some places. Sep 17, 2012 this video was uploaded from an android phone. Stevens 520 and 520a identification guide gun values board. Freshly updated gun digest book of modern gun values, 18th edition is the guide for the contemporary gun enthusiast. What is the value of a stevens model 620 12 ga shotgun. Featuring a synthetic black stock for longlasting durability, the stevens 320 has a 18. Find savagespringfieldstevens 520 parts and schematics today with numrich gun parts. What is the value of a stevens 520 30 shotgun made for the military prior to world war 1 serial number is in the 44000 answered by a verified antique expert we use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website.
My friend owns one of these and was thinking of selling it but he has no idea what the value may be and would like to know more before attempting to sell it. Its not a montgomery wards or anything else, its a j. Aug 14, 2009 download a pdf with pricing, value and reference information for stevens arms, courtesy of the standard catalog of firearms. I originally intended to post asking for information of any kind. These are very smooth working and very dependable guns. The shotgun is actually a stevens model 520 which iswas an absolute workhorse. The stevens model 520 was a pumpaction shotgun developed by john browning and. Stevens model 520 you will not regret if check price. Stevens 520, 520a, 620, 620a pump shotgun sort by featured best selling alphabetically, az alphabetically, za price, low to high price, high to low date, new to old date, old to new grid view list view. Stevens arms company, a takedown with the double hump reciever, suicide slide safety in front of the trigger and full 30 inch barrel. What is the age and value of a 12 gauge j stevens arms and tool model 520 pump action shotgun. Muzzleloading approved new load data for muzzleloader 10ml ii. What is the value of a 12 gauge j stevens arms and tool co pump shotgun with a browning patent dated feb 7 1905 aug 27 1907 no number or marking except full stamped in barrel. Finding the blue book value of your new and used firearms, including pistols, rifles, shotguns, airguns, and blackpowder guns is easy with the number one source of gun pricing.
To be honest, im confused with all the westernfield model 30, model 35, etc. Buttplate stevens model 520 and 620 shotgun gun parts. I just bought a 16 gauge pump shotgun with the name ranger model 31 on left side of receiver. The ranger was a trade name used for the shotgun by western field and sears along with montgomery ward. Stevens 520, 520a, 620, 620a pump shotgun page 3 jack. The shotgun is also marked with a p ordnance bomb on the left side, rear of the barrel, a similar mark on the lower left forward portion of the receiver and us at the rear of the receiver above the. I have been asked to repair a stevens 520 humpback 12ga. John browning designed and made for use in world war ii. Just a model 520 in good shape with a weaver improved cylinder chokebrake on the end making it a 23. According to the blue book of gun values, the model 520 was made. Stevens mdl 520 the firearms forum the buying, selling or. This is a stevens model 520 pump shotgun that rates at about 50% finish remaining. The bayonet adapter is the correct pink or purplish tint with blued handguard, without s marking earlier production.
It is a reproduction of an original buttplate made in the us, from highquality urethane. The shotgun has a 28 inch matte black barrel with a vent rib. What is the value of a j stevens 520 1905 1907 12 g pump shotgun. Hello everyone, i recently stumbled across a shotgun ive wanted for quite some time.