Stevens Springfield 87A – .22 S/L/LR – Semi-Auto Plinker – Gill Gun

This is a no reserve penny auction for a Springfield 87A semi-automatic rifle in .22 S/L/LR. Serial number – NONE. This rifle is in fantastic overall condition with an excellent bore, especially when taking its age into consideration! The Stevens Springfield Model 87A is a classic American rimfire rifle that brings back the simple joy of plinking on a quiet afternoon. Chambered in .22 S/L/LR, this old-school semi-auto became a favorite for generations of shooters learning the basics in backyards, farms, and gravel pits across the country. Often nicknamed the "Gill Gun" for the distinctive vented receiver that resembles fish gills, the 87A has a look that instantly transports you to a different era of American shooting.

Built by J. Stevens Arms & Tool Company, these rifles were known for being affordable, dependable, and endlessly fun. Whether it was knocking over tin cans, chasing squirrels through the woods, or just spending a Saturday afternoon sending .22s downrange, the Springfield 87A represents a time when a simple rimfire rifle and a box of ammo were all you needed for a good day. It’s a nostalgic piece of American shooting history that still puts a smile on your face every time it goes ping.

Please note: The magazine tube plunger is missing.