Harrington &Richardson ~ Model 980 Ultra Slug ~ 12 Gauge 3″ rifled

The Harrington & Richardson (H&R) Model 980 Ultra Slug is a robust, break-action single-shot shotgun featuring a heavy, fully rifled 24-inch barrel designed for exceptional deer hunting accuracy. Key Specifications & Features Action: Single-shot break-action with an exposed hammer and hammer spur. Caliber/Gauge: Available in 12 gauge (and related Ultra Slug variants in 20 gauge), with a 3-inch chamber that also accepts standard 2 ¾-inch shells. Barrel: 24-inch heavy-contour, fully rifled barrel built on a heavy-duty frame (similar to a 10-gauge frame). Sights/Optics: Typically comes drilled and tapped or equipped with a factory Weaver-style scope rail for optics. Stock: Usually fitted with wood furniture or durable laminated stock options (such as green laminate). Performance: Widely recognized for rifle-like accuracy with sabot and standard slug loads, though its heavy barrel contributes to a substantial overall weight that helps manage recoil.