H&R Topper Model 158 .410 Bore Single-Shot Shotgun, 28 in Full-Choke Barrel, 3 in Chamber, Case-Colored Receiver (1970s, USA)
This Harrington & Richardson Topper Model 158 is a classic 1970s American-made single-shot in .410 Bore with a 3 in chamber. It features a 28 in round, unribbed barrel with a full choke, a case-colored receiver, and factory H&R-branded ventilated orange recoil pad with a white-line spacer. The barrel and receiver carry clear H&R rollmarks, and the gun retains the straightforward top-tang opening lever design that the Topper series is known for.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Specific Condition Notes: This shotgun shows widespread patina on the metal surfaces. There is widespread rust and pitting. There are widespread scratches and blemishes. The bore is clean and shiny, with slight blemishing toward the chamber.
What’s Included
- Harrington & Richardson Topper Model 158 .410 Bore single-shot shotgun
The Topper 158 operates as a single-shot, break-action with a top-tang opening lever and exposed hammer. It uses a single trigger and has a capacity of one round, delivering the simple, reliable function expected from this series.
The barrel is a 28 in round, unribbed tube with a fixed full choke and a single front bead, chambered for 3 in .410 shells. This configuration is rollmarked on the barrel: "TOPPER MODEL 158 410 GA. 3" FULL".
Stocking is hardwood with a pistol grip and a semi-beavertail fore-end. It retains the factory H&R-branded ventilated orange recoil pad with a white-line spacer, and the length of pull measures 13.5 in.
Finish details include a blued barrel and case-colored receiver, with the receiver marked "HARRINGTON & RICHARDSON, INC. WORC. MASS. USA". A circled stamp is present on the barrel top.
The shotgun breaks down into three main pieces with a snap-on fore-end for simple takedown.