The Savage Arms 555 Sporting in .410 bore is an over/under break-open shotgun with a lightweight aluminum alloy receiver and a Turkish walnut stock with an adjustable cheek rest. At 5 lbs with a 26-inch chrome-lined barrel, it handles well for extended clay target sessions and small game hunting. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model Name: 555 Sporting 
• Caliber: .410 Bore 
• Action: Break Open 
• Capacity: 2 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 26 inches (Carbon Steel Chrome Lined) 
• Overall Length: 42.5 inches 
• Weight: 5 lbs (Lightweight Aluminum Alloy Receiver) 
• Chamber: Accepts both 2-3/4" and 3" shotshells 
• Sights: Mid-bead rear sight with fiber optic front sight 
• Stock Material: Turkish Walnut with adjustable cheek rest 
• Trigger Type: Single selective mechanical trigger 
• Safety Mechanism: Tang-mounted manual safety 
   

Detailed Features 

 
Ported barrels reduce recoil and allow quicker follow-up shots in competition settings. The raised ventilated rib improves sight alignment and target tracking. The adjustable comb lets different shooters dial in a proper cheek weld for consistent eye-to-rib alignment. Chrome-lined barrels clean more easily and resist corrosion. The tang safety is within natural thumb reach. The aluminum alloy receiver is designed for left- and right-handed operation without modification. 
 

Target Audience 

 
Clay target shooters who want a lightweight .410 for skill development. Small game hunters looking for an accurate, manageable field gun. New shooters for whom the .410's lighter recoil is an asset. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

 
For trapshooting and sporting clays, the ported barrels and ventilated rib support fast, accurate shooting. For bird and small game hunting the 2-3/4" and 3" chamber compatibility gives shell flexibility. Beginners benefit from the forgiving recoil profile during initial fundamentals training.

The Savage 555 .410 O/U draws consistent praise for its lightweight build, which owners specifically appreciate during long range sessions or field carry. The adjustable stock components receive positive feedback for allowing shooters to find a comfortable fit.

The ported recoil-reduction design is frequently highlighted, particularly by shooters sensitive to recoil and younger or newer shotgunners.

Criticisms include the price point, which some buyers find high relative to competing models. Aftermarket accessory support is limited compared to more popular platforms. A small number of owners report reliability inconsistencies or performance variations with certain ammunition loads. Shooters transitioning from semi-automatic shotguns note there is some adjustment in technique required for the break-open manual of arms.