Handi Ultra

[Pyscodog]

Seems I've always had a soft spot for the H&R Handi rifles. But...never really had one that shot very good even after trying some of the tricks. For some reason, unknown to me, I bought one last week-end. Its the heavy barrel "Ultra" with the brown laminate stock in 25-06. After an hour trying to mount a scope that was either hitting the hammer or so high I couldn't get any sort of cheek weld, I finally got a scope mounted. I loaded up some 90 grain BlitzKings with IMR 4895 and a Win LRP. Expectations were not real high on accuracy but headed to the range. Seven loads starting low going to 4/10s over max of 46 grains (book max). First group was about 1 1/4 inchs at 100. Meh, minute of deer and about what I was expecting. So, I kept shooting and the hotter the load, the better the groups. Now its got my interest up. When I got to 45.5, it almost took my breath away. A nice small 1/2" three shot group. Might even be a little smaller as I didn't even bother to measure as I am still in shock. The last three at 46 grains opened up a little but still 5/8-3/4" groups. I'm amazed to say the least. I hate to fix it shooting the way it is but the trigger........oh my, the trigger. LOL! But all in all, the little Handi may turn out to be pretty handy.

 

[wkndwarrior]

Nice looking rifle!

 

[Pyscodog]

Other than already having dies, bullets and brass, I'm not sure why I bought it. Just something a little different to mess with I suppose. I have a Contender with a 204 barrel that's fun to shoot and accurate even though II don't shoot it much. This one will probably not get shot much either but its different and fun to mess with, at least for now. Kinda funny, I've had several Ruger No. 1's in different calibers and this little H&R shoots better than any of the Rugers I've had. Not as pretty but a lot more accurate. Something else, the barrel doesn't seem to copper foul and clean up is easy.

 

[jpx2rk]

I've always liked the concept, but never found one in my area to check out. Enjoy.

 

[Todd Earhart]

I have always like these rifles. They truly are handy. I'm glad you have yours shooting good.
Todd

 

[LAH]

Have one in 30-30 & one in 357 Mag. Love them for the woods I'm in.

 

[Oaky]

I also have a handi in 243
Never shot the best but still fun.

 

[Bottom Fodder]

Jog my memory is that the one you can interchange a shotgun barrel on?

 

[Oaky]

Jog my memory is that the one you can interchange a shotgun barrel on?

If it’s an sb1 frame than yes if my memory serves me correctly

 

[Pyscodog]

Mines SBII