This Stevens manufactured second variation receiver is for the Favorite single shot falling block rimfire rifles and is in very good condition exhibiting a grayish brown patina with light surface rust specks and possibly a few faint specks of pitting.  (file photos)

Note: Second Variation receivers will have (1) the round cut frame, (2) the shorter 2 13/16" long lower tang with the threaded hole for the 1st variation mainspring screw, (3) the shorter 1/2" long rectangular opening for the trigger, and (4) have the notch designed for the 1st variation (aka 7 o' clock) extractor.

Related Parts:  The following list of parts will normally be found on a Favorite single shot rifle having a second variation receiver when it originally left the factory new: 1st variation (aka bow style) mainspring, 1st variation mainspring screw, 1st variation hammer, 1st variation (aka 7 o' clock) extractor, 1st variation link, 1st variation breech block, 1st variation lever (no bushing or plunger system) and a 1st variation butt stock with a hard rubber butt plate.

Proof: Second variation receivers have been diss-assembled and thoroughly observed by CFN Parts to make the above conclusions with the following serial numbers located on the lower tang and on the belly of the barrel ahead of the forearm: 70291.