The Stevens 555 E delivers reliable over/under performance at an accessible price point, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern manufacturing precision. This 16-gauge platform offers reduced recoil compared to 12-gauge alternatives while maintaining effective downrange energy for upland game and sporting clays.
What Makes This Different
The Stevens 555 E features a chrome-lined barrel system with mechanical triggers, eliminating the complexity and potential failures associated with inertial trigger mechanisms. The silver engraved receiver provides corrosion resistance while maintaining an attractive appearance that won't show wear like blued finishes. Five interchangeable choke tubes allow shooters to optimize patterns from cylinder bore for close shots to full choke for extended range applications.
Key Features
- 16-gauge chamber accepts 2.75" and 3" shells for versatile load selection
- 28-inch ventilated rib barrels with chrome-lined bores resist corrosion and fouling
- Oiled Turkish walnut stock and forend provide weather resistance and classic appearance
- Five choke tubes included: Cylinder, Improved Cylinder, Modified, Improved Modified, Full
- Mechanical triggers deliver consistent break weight and reset
- Ambidextrous safety located in trigger guard for universal operation
- Single selective trigger allows choice of barrel firing order
Field testing demonstrates consistent patterns with both target loads and hunting ammunition. The 16-gauge chambering provides approximately 25% less felt recoil than comparable 12-gauge shotguns while delivering sufficient energy for pheasant, grouse, and dove hunting. The mechanical trigger system functions reliably in adverse weather conditions where inertial systems may hesitate.
Technical Specs
- Gauge: 16-gauge, 2.75" and 3" chamber
- Barrel Length: 28 inches with ventilated rib
- Action: Over/under break-action
- Trigger: Single selective mechanical trigger
- Safety: Ambidextrous tang safety
- Stock: Oiled Turkish walnut with checkered grip areas
- Receiver: Silver finish with engraved detailing
- Chokes: 5 tubes included (C, IC, M, IM, F)
- Overall Length: Approximately 45 inches
- Weight: Approximately 6.5 pounds
The Stevens 555 E represents proven over/under design executed with quality materials and precise manufacturing tolerances. The included choke tube selection eliminates immediate additional purchases, while the durable Turkish walnut stock withstands field use without requiring constant maintenance.