I think I'm being tempted.

[Bfh_auto]

That's a 10 years ago price even for the most basic model. You done just fine. Which variant is it?

I don't know what models there are. I just put a 4x32 Bushnell on it since it will be a close range cannon.
Recoil is like field loads in a single shot 12 gauge.

 

[Speedo66]

Well, you satisfied the itch. If you don’t care for it, apply the calamine lotion by passing it on.

One less itch to worry about.

 

[MachIVshooter]

I don't know what models there are.

All the same receivers, but different finish & stock options

http://www.hr1871.com/Firearms/Rifles/youth.asp.html

 

[Bfh_auto]

Well, you satisfied the itch. If you don’t care for it, apply the calamine lotion by passing it on.

One less itch to worry about.

I bought dies so it will be here forever.
I've only sold 2 guns in my life. I still kick myself about the first one. The other was a 308 that I couldn't love.

 

[Bfh_auto]

Wind is blowing 30 plus mph. So I did a rough zero and shot my 66% torso target. After half a box of federal fusion, the target chain is broken and I see dead people

 

[Bfh_auto]

This is a new first. It's getting a Prostaff like all my other rifles.
The 4x has too little eye relief.

 

[ontarget]

This is a new first. It's getting a Prostaff like all my other rifles.
The 4x has too little eye relief.

Welcome to the scarred eyebrow/forehead club. You ain't the first member. And won't be the last.

 

[Shanghai McCoy]

Ouch.
Many years ago we were shooting my buddy's 308 up on the mesa. My wife crowded the scope and has a scar in about the same spot...

 

[Bfh_auto]

Top is 5 shots of factory ammo, bottom is 20 and 25 gr of bluedot with a 158 Speer.

Only 50 yards, not 100.

 

[sage5907]

One way to get around that heavy recoil is to always shoot from a upright position. That way your body will give with the recoil. If you lean forward your body soaks up all the jump and recoil. I remember shooting those H&R single shot 12 gauge shotguns when I was young and they always jumped around. I went to the range on Friday to shoot my 338-06 and after about 15 rounds I forgot to hold the rifle tightly and it quickly reminded me to keep my mind on what I was doing. That 158 grain Speer is a good bullet.

 

[BigBlue 94]

Lol, I dont have either of the above problems. The 22 hornet has so little recoil that the heavy gun soaks nearly all of it up. It literally has about the "kick" of a normal 22.

 

[Bfh_auto]

One way to get around that heavy recoil is to always shoot from a upright position. That way your body will give with the recoil. If you lean forward your body soaks up all the jump and recoil. I remember shooting those H&R single shot 12 gauge shotguns when I was young and they always jumped around. I went to the range on Friday to shoot my 338-06 and after about 15 rounds I forgot to hold the rifle tightly and it quickly reminded me to keep my mind on what I was doing. That 158 grain Speer is a good bullet.

It has a tendency to recoil up more than back. I will sit this primarily with a sling in field positions. I didn't even try shooting off sand bags.

 

[BigBlue 94]

Yo, edit your post and add a closing bracket to the quote so your reply shows up

 

[Bfh_auto]

The 2-7x32 Nikon came in and I switched stocks with my 223. This upped the weight a fair amount and brought felt recoil into 300 mag territory.

 

[WestKentucky]

H&R Handi rifles are a pretty good value. I would love to find a few in thumper calibers just to shoot for the fun factor. 45-70, 35W, 444, something like these.

I know where a few thumpers are that I regret not buying. A 45-70 and 50 cal smokepole went to one friends house, a 35whelen to another friends house, a 500sw to a former coworker with an x frame to match, and a 4 pack of 444s bought at a huge discount as a store closed went to my great uncle and his sons. I’m pretty dumb at times.

 

[ontarget]

I have Handi's in .243 and in .50 front stuffer. The 50 is pretty darn accurate but the telescoping ram rod was a complete let down. Now I just use a range rod.

 

[Bfh_auto]

I have Handi's in .243 and in .50 front stuffer. The 50 is pretty darn accurate but the telescoping ram rod was a complete let down. Now I just use a range rod.

I can't see how a telescopic ramrod would be a good idea.
I would make a walking stick with a ramrod holder in it. Not as handy as a conventional method, but it wouldn't break.

 

[ontarget]

Now that's a great idea. Use as a walking stick and a shooting stick too with a ramrod stored inside.