NEF Handi Gun Model SB2 12 Gauge Single-Shot, Break-Action, 22 in Barrel, 3 in Chamber, Two-Tone Finish with Hardwood Stock
This NEF Handi Gun Model SB2 is a 12 gauge, single-shot break-action with a 22 inch plain round steel barrel and a 3 inch chamber. It uses an external hammer and a simple front brass bead, with a fixed modified choke for versatile field use. The shotgun features a two-tone finish—blued barrel and topstrap with satin silver receiver sidewalls—hardwood furniture, and clear U.S. factory markings from Gardner, Massachusetts, along with the referenced U.S. patent.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor superficial scratches and blemishes are present. The wood furniture shows some dents and scuffs. There is a small patch of surface rust and areas of finish wear.
What’s Included
- NEF Handi Gun Model SB2 12 Gauge single-shot shotgun
The break-action design is operated by a top-mounted opening latch behind the breech, with an external hammer for straightforward control. Safety features include a transfer-bar safety and a hammer-block safety. Capacity is 1 round.
The 22 inch steel barrel is plain and round with no rib and is fitted with a fixed modified choke. Sighting is a front brass bead only; there is no rear sight. The chamber is 3 inches.
The barrel and topstrap are blued, while the receiver sidewalls have a satin silver (in-the-white) finish; the shotgun has a black trigger guard. The hardwood stock has a straight comb and pistol-grip profile with a black recoil pad, paired with a checkered hardwood fore-end (pressed diamond pattern). Length of pull is 14.0 inches.
Factory markings include the receiver stamp "NEW ENGLAND FIREARMS CO., INC., GARDNER, MASS. U.S.A." and the barrel roll-mark "HANDI GUN MODEL SB2 12 GA. 3 in MOD," along with U.S. Patent No. 3,988,848.
Made in the United States.