The Lightweight ’81 Stainless Takedown is the most utilitarian ... It started as the Model 1891 and was the first .22 LR lever action produced. Its legendary accuracy was demonstrated by Annie ...

Lever-action rifles have been around for over 150 ... 45/70 for bear country, or just a smooth-cycling .22 for plinking, there’s a lever gun that fits the bill. What makes them so great?