Harrington & Richardson (H&R) Handi-Rifle .500 S&W Magnum 22 in Break-Action Single-Shot Rifle with Fiber-Optic Sights
This Harrington & Richardson (H&R) Handi-Rifle in .500 S&W Magnum is a break-action, single-shot rifle built around an external-hammer action and a transfer-bar safety system. It is marked as manufactured in Gardner, Massachusetts, and this example was manufactured in 2007. Notable features include fiber-optic open sights and a top-mounted multi-slot scope base/rail secured by multiple screws.
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 metal and wood show minor scratching, scuffing, and blemishing.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Harrington & Richardson (H&R) Handi-Rifle single-shot rifle
Chambered in 500 S&W Magnum and marked "CAL. 500 S&W MAG," this Handi-Rifle is set up with a 22 in barrel and a 1-round capacity. The barrel is marked "HANDI RIFLE," and the receiver is marked "HARRINGTON & RICHARDSON / MANUFACTURED IN GARDNER, MA U.S.A."
The action is a break-action, single-shot design with an external hammer and a transfer-bar safety system. This configuration keeps operation straightforward while retaining the classic external-hammer layout many shooters prefer on single-shot rifles.
Sighting equipment consists of fiber-optic open sights, with a ramp front sight using a red/orange fiber-optic element and a barrel-mounted open rear sight with green fiber-optic elements. A top-mounted multi-slot scope base/rail is installed and secured by multiple screws.
The rifle wears a matte/blued-appearance finish and is stocked in hardwood with an uncheckered surface. The stock includes a ventilated recoil pad and sling studs, and it uses a matching hardwood fore-end.