Holland & Holland Sporting
Holland & Holland Ltd. · Shotgun · In Production · 1996
Also known as: H&H Sporting, Holland & Holland Sporter, Holland & Holland Sporting Over-and-Under
Overview
The Holland & Holland Sporting is a 12-bore over-and-under shotgun built by hand in London for clay sports and game shooting. Introduced in the mid-1990s, it uses a side-plated drop-lock action with a Boss-style mechanism, split hinge pins, and a quick-detachable selective single trigger. Barrels are bored with 2¾-inch (70mm) chambers and fitted with interchangeable chokes, while the gun combines CNC-machined precision with traditional hand finishing and engraving to full London best-gun standards.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3175 g (112.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1168 mm (45.98") |
| Barrel Length | 711 mm (27.99") |
| Action Type | Break Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Selective |
| Magazine Capacity | 2 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Internal |
| Muzzle Velocity | 400 m/s (1312 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 2560 J (1888 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 45 m (49 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Smoothbore |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Walnut |
| Finish | Case Hardened |
Calibers
- 12 Gauge · primary — also known as 12GA, 12 Bore
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Break Open Double Barrel
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety, Barrel Selector
- Features: Over Under Barrels, Side Plates, Detachable Trigger Lock, Selective Single Trigger, Automatic Ejectors, Interchangeable Chokes, Split Hinge Pins, Hand Engraved
Variants
- Holland & Holland Sporting Deluxe - Deluxe
Production
Production years: 1996-present
Holland & Holland produces roughly 80 guns per year across its range; the Sporting is one of its modern over-and-under sporting models.
Origin
Country of origin: United Kingdom
Designer: Holland & Holland
Notes
Offered in 12, 20, and 28 bore. Barrel lengths are made to order, typically between 25 and 32 inches; the standard Sporting is most commonly seen with 28-inch barrels. The up-market Sporting Deluxe adds finer wood, more elaborate engraving, and 30-inch barrels.
Background
Holland & Holland, founded in 1835, is one of the most prestigious of the London best-gun makers. The Sporting over-and-under was conceived as a modern competition and field gun that retains the firm's traditional bench craftsmanship, and is regarded as one of the most technically interesting designs in the company's range.