Mell What kind of shotgun is Harrington and Richardson topper?
The Topper has a hardwood stock, case hardened receiver and a blued barrel. It is a simple bead sight with a small notch in the receiver end of the barrel. It is a hammer-fired shotgun and like most single shots it ejects the rounds when opened. It’s simple to disassemble.
What to do with a Harrington and Richardson topper?
I first removed the dented and dinged finish from the forend and the stock. I refinished it with gun stock stain and several coats of a wipe on polyurethane. Then I turned my attention to the barrel. I used steel wool to remove the damaged bluing and the rust that had accumulated on the barrel.
What’s the average price of a Harrington shotgun?
A HARRINGTON RICHARDSON shotgun is currently worth an average price of $291.28 new and $262.15 used . The 12 month average price is $291.28 new and $261.77 used. The new value of a HARRINGTON RICHARDSON shotgun has fallen ($36.64) dollars over the past 12 months to a price of $291.28 .
What makes a Harrington and Richardson Handy Gun?
Another has HIBBARD stamped on left side and MODEL W.H. stamped on right; holster with identical stampings was also available. Most have nickel-plated receivers and are serial numbered within the same ranges as, and have other characteristics identical to, regular-production H&R Handy-Guns, by variation.
When was the H & are topper Model 58 made?
AP prefix = 1976 manufacture of your topper. I have a H&R Topper Model 58 with the serial code AN260735. Can anyone tell me when it was made? I cant find the year for the prefix AN anywhere. H&R used the letter codes AN in 1975. I have a AR in my serial number. Would you have any idea when it was made? Thank you!
How much is a H & are Topper Topper worth?
In that condition, even though .30-30 is a desireable chambering, the piece pictured is in “FAIR” condition and worth $75 +/- $20. If you feel generous, offer him a hundred.
When did Harrington and Richardson go out of business?
Original Harrington and Richardson started in 1871 and was in existence until 1986. For all those years, the company was located in Worcester, Massachusetts. After the original company closed, in 1991 a new company, H&R 1871 was formed in Gardner, Massachusetts. In 2000, H&R 1871 was purchased by Marlin Firearms.
What kind of shotgun is the topper 12 gauge?
The Topper is a single-shot shotgun, in case you couldn’t figure that out. (Photo credit: Eric G. Gillespie) However, even through the worst of the ammo shortage 12 and 20 gauge were still a common sight in box stores and gun shops alike.
What are the features of a H & are topper shotgun?
All models are single-shot, break-open action with side lever release, automatic ejection and our Transfer Bar System that acts as a safety to prevent unintended firing. Also, each gun comes complete with its own special locking device.