New England Firearms (NEF) Handi Rifle SB2 .243 Win. 22 in. Break-Open Single Shot
This New England Firearms Handi Rifle SB2 is a simple, hammer-fired break-open rifle chambered in .243 Win. It is marked as manufactured in Gardner, Massachusetts, and features a blued steel receiver and barrel with plain wood furniture. This example is a 1-round, single-shot configuration with a stated 22 in. barrel.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Metal Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Wood Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Fair - Generally clean, some residue or smudges, slight corrosion.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Operational Condition: The firearm is operational and functions as intended.
Mechanical Condition: The mechanical components are intact and function correctly.
Specific Condition Notes: This firearm is in solid functional shape with scratches and blemishes present. The bore is clean and shiny. Rust and pitting are present.
What's Included
- New England Firearms Handi Rifle SB2 single-shot rifle in .243 Win.
The receiver is marked "NEW ENGLAND FIREARMS" and "MANUFACTURED IN GARDNER, MASS. U.S.A." and also includes "U.S. PAT. NO. 3988848." The barrel is marked "HANDI RIFLE SB2" and "CAL.
.243 WIN," matching the SB2 submodel and caliber markings.
This rifle uses a break-open, hammer-fired action with an external hammer and a stated 1-round capacity. It is configured with a wood buttstock and matching forend, along with a black buttpad featuring a concentric-circle molded pattern.
The barrel is listed as 22 in. and terminates in a plain-crowned muzzle with no muzzle device visible. No iron sights are clearly visible on this example.
This Handi Rifle SB2 includes a sling-swivel-style stud on the forend. The forend is retained by a single visible screw, and the firearm is listed with rails and a scope mount.