H&R .22 Single Shot Transitional Target Pistol, 10-Inch Barrel, Early 1928–1929 Production
This Harrington & Richardson .22 Single Shot is a scarce transitional variant produced circa 1928–1929, falling within the first 1,000 units made (serial number 344) of a total run of roughly 3,300 pistols. Designed with input from noted target-shooting authority Walter Roper for U.S.R.A. bull-eye competition, it combines a long 10-inch carbon-steel barrel, break-open action, and automatic extractor in a configuration prized by collectors and rimfire target shooters alike.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The blued finish is absent on the top of the receiver, and light scratches are visible across the pistol.
What’s Included
- Harrington & Richardson .22 Single Shot pistol
This pistol represents an important step between H&R’s early single-shots and the later U.S.R.A.-marked models. The lack of the “U.S.R.A.” roll mark confirms its transitional status, increasing its desirability to collectors tracking the series evolution.
The 10-inch carbon-steel barrel features a full-length top rib and a break-open design that automatically extracts the spent cartridge, speeding single-shot reloads during slow-fire competition. An elevation-adjustable rear leaf sight pairs with a fixed front blade for precise sight alignment.
A one-piece walnut saw-handle grip with coarse checkering offers a steady, hand-filling hold typical of period target pistols. The external hammer, simple break-open action, and robust carbon-steel frame underscore H&R’s reputation for straightforward, durable designs.
With production limited to about 3,300 guns and this example falling early in the serial range, the pistol is considered rare and collectible, especially in any condition that retains its original mechanical integrity.