Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this outstanding top-break action revolver today for a penny-start auction, this is the H&R Sportsman.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: H&R (Harrington & Richardson)
Model: Sportsman
Serial: AB43439
Caliber: .22 Long RIfle
Finish: Standard
Barrel Length: 6"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Blade with Fixed Square-Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Hardwood Grips with H&R Medallions
Action: Double-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Harrington & Richardson Sportsman is a classic American double-action revolver that was designed as an affordable yet dependable rimfire handgun for training, recreational shooting, and small-game use. Manufactured by Harrington & Richardson (H&R), the Sportsman was produced in various iterations primarily during the mid-20th century and is most commonly encountered in .22 Long Rifle, although some variants were also chambered in .22 Short and .22 Long. Built on a solid steel frame with a six-shot swing-out cylinder, the revolver offered a simple, familiar double-action/single-action trigger system that made it approachable for new shooters while remaining functional for experienced users. One of its defining characteristics is its sturdy, no-frills construction, reflecting H&R’s reputation for producing practical and economical firearms rather than high-end luxury pieces. Many versions featured fixed sights, checkered wood grips, and barrel lengths typically ranging from 4 to 6 inches, providing a good balance between accuracy and portability. The Sportsman’s design emphasized reliability and ease of maintenance, with a straightforward internal mechanism that could withstand extended use with minimal servicing. In practical use, the revolver became popular as a backyard plinker and training handgun due to its mild recoil, compatibility with inexpensive ammunition, and consistent performance. While it was not intended as a premium target revolver, it still delivered respectable accuracy at typical rimfire distances, making it a useful tool for small-game hunting and casual shooting. Today, the H&R Sportsman is appreciated by collectors and enthusiasts as a representative example of mid-century American utility revolvers, valued for its simplicity, durability, and historical place in the evolution of affordable rimfire handguns.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Model: Sportsman
Serial: AB43439
Caliber: .22 Long RIfle
Finish: Standard
Barrel Length: 6"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Blade with Fixed Square-Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Hardwood Grips with H&R Medallions
Action: Double-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Harrington & Richardson Sportsman is a classic American double-action revolver that was designed as an affordable yet dependable rimfire handgun for training, recreational shooting, and small-game use. Manufactured by Harrington & Richardson (H&R), the Sportsman was produced in various iterations primarily during the mid-20th century and is most commonly encountered in .22 Long Rifle, although some variants were also chambered in .22 Short and .22 Long. Built on a solid steel frame with a six-shot swing-out cylinder, the revolver offered a simple, familiar double-action/single-action trigger system that made it approachable for new shooters while remaining functional for experienced users. One of its defining characteristics is its sturdy, no-frills construction, reflecting H&R’s reputation for producing practical and economical firearms rather than high-end luxury pieces. Many versions featured fixed sights, checkered wood grips, and barrel lengths typically ranging from 4 to 6 inches, providing a good balance between accuracy and portability. The Sportsman’s design emphasized reliability and ease of maintenance, with a straightforward internal mechanism that could withstand extended use with minimal servicing. In practical use, the revolver became popular as a backyard plinker and training handgun due to its mild recoil, compatibility with inexpensive ammunition, and consistent performance. While it was not intended as a premium target revolver, it still delivered respectable accuracy at typical rimfire distances, making it a useful tool for small-game hunting and casual shooting. Today, the H&R Sportsman is appreciated by collectors and enthusiasts as a representative example of mid-century American utility revolvers, valued for its simplicity, durability, and historical place in the evolution of affordable rimfire handguns.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1185652065 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-07-12 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
280 |
SoldOutTime: |
2026-07-12 17:16:32 |
