Need info and value of two old rifles

[commonman]

An aquaintance is trying to get some info and values on these two old rifles. I couldn't help him much as my knowledge of rimfires is limited to my old Cooey. I am trying to post the pictures he took. If there are questions post them and I will get the answers if we have them.

 

[greyman441]

Dont know if its just me but the pics wont show up.

 

[commonman]

Try it now

 

[tiriaq]

First is a Ross; Ross Rifle Company, Quebec. Some were commercial, some were military trainers. This one looks as if the stock has been altered.
How are the bore, mechanism?
Stevens Favorite, earlier model. How are the bore and mechanism?

 

[commonman]

First is a Ross; Ross Rifle Company, Quebec. Some were commercial, some were military trainers. This one looks as if the stock has been altered.
How are the bore, mechanism?
Stevens Favorite, earlier model. How are the bore and mechanism?

I passed the questions on and my friend answered as follows;

On the J. STEVENS, the action works A-1 and I fired two shells through it, so it can be used. As for the inside of the barrel, it isn't shinny, and the groves are worn some, but I didn't see any pits, or rust.

As for the ROSS, the bolt action works fine, although I haven't fired it as yet, and the inside of the barrel looks good, some shine, and no pits or rust.

 

[mh434]

I can't speak to the Sevens, but I have a 1912 Ross Cadet very similar to that one. The stock is a little different on mine. Your friend's rifle appears to have a cut-down (sporterized) military stock...that was common practice to make them lighter and handier for hunting. back in the day.

It would be difficult to assess its value. There are very few of these wonderful little rifles out there, and they can be quite pricey. To find out a possible value, I'd suggest having your friend join the Ross Rifle forum ( http://rossrifle.com/forum/index.php ) and pose the question there. They'll probably be very pleased to help, and will doubtless ask for more (and detailed) photographs to help with its valuation.

Mine is an original sporting version, and has features that make it rare (it is currently the only known one like it, according to the experts on the Ross Rifle Forum, so it's value is impossible to estimate. Mine has a Schnabel- shaped forestock, the worn remains of checkering at the pistol grip, the military-style butt plate, and a non-shrouded front sight. It's an excellent shooter, which was owned by my grandfather when it was brand new, and this year marks its 100th birthday.

Congratulate your friend - that's an amazing score!

Here's a couple of pics of mine for comparison purposes:

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