Description
Finding an over/under that fits a smaller frame without feeling like a toy is harder than it should be. The Stevens 555 Compact from Savage gets it right. The 13.25 inch length of pull and mid-length fore-end are sized for youth shooters, smaller-statured adults, and anyone who mounts a gun better with a shorter stock, while the fit and finish stay true to the standard 555 that earned its reputation as one of the best values in the break-action world.
Why the 555 Compact Carries So Easy
The receiver is aluminum and scaled to the 20 gauge frame, so the whole gun comes in around five and a half pounds. That is the kind of weight you stop noticing on a long walk through grouse cover or a full afternoon chasing pheasants. A steel insert reinforces the breech where it counts, so you get the light carry without giving up strength at the heart of the action. The 24 inch barrels wear a vent rib with a brass bead up front, and the chrome-lined bores clean up quick and shrug off wear from steel and other hard shot.
Real Over/Under Features on the Stevens 555
You get a single selective mechanical trigger, so the second barrel fires even if the first shell fails to set it, and you can pick which barrel goes first. The tang-mounted safety falls right under the thumb, extractors lift shells for easy removal, and the oiled Turkish walnut stock gives it a classic look that stands out at this level. Five interchangeable choke tubes come in the box, cylinder through full, which covers everything from close-flushing quail to longer crossing clays.
Who the 555 Compact 20 Gauge Fits Best
This is a natural first over/under for a young hunter growing into the sport, a great fit for smaller-framed adults, and a light, handy field gun for anyone who wants a 20 gauge double that points fast. Swap the chokes, pattern your loads, and it is ready for doves, upland birds, or a casual round of skeet.
Key Specifications
- Model: Stevens 555 Compact
- Manufacturer Part Number: 22154
- UPC: 011356221544
- Gauge: 20 Gauge
- Chamber: 3 inch
- Action: Over/Under, break-open
- Barrel Length: 24 in, vent rib, chrome-lined
- Capacity: 2 rounds
- Trigger: Single selective mechanical
- Safety: Tang-mounted manual
- Length of Pull: 13.25 in
- Stock: Oiled Turkish walnut
- Receiver: Aluminum with steel breech insert
- Barrel Finish: Black semi-gloss
- Sights: Bead
- Weight: Approx. 5.45 lbs
What’s Included
- Stevens 555 Compact 20 Gauge over/under shotgun
- Five interchangeable choke tubes (Cylinder, Improved Cylinder, Modified, Improved Modified, Full)
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Stevens 555 Compact a good youth shotgun?
It works really well in that role. The 13.25 inch length of pull and mid-length fore-end are sized for smaller frames, and at roughly five and a half pounds it is easy for a young hunter to carry and swing. The nice part is that it is a full-quality over/under, not a stripped-down youth gun, so nobody outgrows the quality even if they eventually move to a longer stock.
What choke tubes come with the 555 Compact 20 gauge?
It ships with five interchangeable tubes: cylinder, improved cylinder, modified, improved modified, and full. That set covers close-range upland work, skeet and sporting clays, and tighter patterns for longer shots. Pattern your favorite loads with a couple of chokes and you will quickly find the combo that works.
Does the Stevens 555 Compact have ejectors or extractors?
This model uses extractors, which lift the spent shells out of the chambers so you can pluck them by hand. Plenty of folks prefer extractors for field guns since your empties never end up in the weeds. It keeps things simple and keeps hulls in your pocket instead of on the ground.
Can the 555 Compact handle 3 inch 20 gauge shells?
Yes, the chambers are 3 inch, so it will run both 2.75 and 3 inch loads. Keep in mind it is a light gun, so magnum loads will have some push to them. Most shooters stick with standard field and target loads for clays and upland birds, saving the heavy stuff for when it counts.





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