Home Forums Hunting & Shooting Single Shots 30-06 Handi Rifle frame stretching

Hello, i'm new to the sight and I was wondering about some rumors I have heard about the frame stretching after about 500 rounds. I have one in .223 so I know they are good rifles. Just thinking about the higher pressures involved... Perhaps a boltgun is in my future. Sorry about the long post.

I would not worry about it.I'm sure H&R would take care of it.Welcome to the CF.

Thank you, I heard somewhere that due to the higher pressures, the frame would stretch....kinda like the um, KR98-K maybe? something like that... well, anyway, thanks for the Quick reply and the greeting.

I put lots of rounds threw the 223 an 270 no problems .Think you here crap by someone that don't like New England or H&R.But welcome here a great sight to be on lots of Great info here

I have a 30=06 that has shot 300 rounds and absolutely no stretch. My 45/70 has put 500+ hot loads through it without problem. I tend to agree it is someone who dislikes a reasonably priced no frills rifle talking junk.

Randy

Over the years, the only round I have heard that they have much frame stretch issues is the 500 S&W mag. My son has a 30-06 handi, and no issues at all.


maddog

Some conversions were done on the weaker frame (old style), and whatever the rumor, larger casehead/higher pressure were a no-no.

I believe the SB2 fame is the stronger frame. DO NOT TAKE MY WORD FOR THAT - OUT OF THE LOOP ON H&R since Marlin takeover.

Suggest contacting someone at H&R with frame serial number for up to date advice, should you need too.

Just an old wives tale.

SB2 is the stronger frame. SB1 is for shotgunsa and 357 and 44 mag, currently.


maddog

hey, thanks a lot ya'll. my brother is getting ready to go whitetail hunting and its hard to find a lefty boltgun that we can afford. he'll be happy to hear this.
although i'm good with my trusty old slingshot.