New England Pardner
New England Firearms · Shotgun · Discontinued · 1989
Also known as: NEF Pardner, Pardner SB1, H&R Pardner
Overview
The New England Pardner is a single-shot, break-action shotgun chambered in 12 gauge. Built on the classic Harrington & Richardson break-open design, it uses an external hammer, a transfer-bar safety, and a fixed-choke barrel chambered for shells up to 3 inches. Inexpensive, simple, and durable, the Pardner became one of the most popular entry-level and utility shotguns in North America for hunting, pest control, and recreational shooting.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 2580 g (91.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1092 mm (42.99") |
| Barrel Length | 711 mm (27.99") |
| Action Type | Break Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Action |
| Trigger Pull | 24 N (5.4 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 1 rounds |
| Muzzle Velocity | 400 m/s (1312 fps) |
| Effective Range | 40 m (44 yd) |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Hardwood |
| Finish | Blued |
Calibers
- 12 Gauge · primary — also known as 12ga, 12 Bore
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Single Shot
- Safety mechanisms: Transfer Bar
- Features: External Hammer, Fixed Choke, Automatic Ejector, 3 Inch Chamber
Production
Production years: 1989-2015
Produced under the H&R 1871 / New England Firearms trademarks; NEF branding applied to the line from late 2007. Production ended when the Marlin/Remington-owned H&R operations were wound down by 2015.
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Discontinued: 2015
Notes
Sold under the New England Firearms (NEF) brand, with closely related guns marketed as the H&R Pardner. The single-shot Pardner is distinct from the later Pardner Pump pump-action shotgun. Offered in 12, 20, 28 gauge and .410 bore, including youth and Turkey configurations.
Background
A budget break-action shotgun rooted in the venerable Harrington & Richardson single-shot lineage, the Pardner earned a reputation as a cheap, rugged 'first shotgun' passed between generations of farmers, hunters, and new shooters across the United States.