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Picked up a really high condition H&R M163 "Mustang" .30-30 a few weeks ago and considering using it for whitetails this fall. Can anyone share any opinions or experiences of the rifle?
"When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro."
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Picked up a really high condition H&R M163 "Mustang" .30-30 a few weeks ago and considering using it for whitetails this fall. Can anyone share any opinions or experiences of the rifle? What is the difference between a 163 Mustang and a 158 Topper?
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Picked up a really high condition H&R M163 "Mustang" .30-30 a few weeks ago and considering using it for whitetails this fall. Can anyone share any opinions or experiences of the rifle? What is the difference between a 163 Mustang and a 158 Topper? Not really familiar with the Topper either, that’s why I asked for opinions on the gun. The Mustang looks like a deluxe model with a schnable forend, red factory pad and from what little info that I’ve been able to find, a trimmer gun with better fit and finish. Additionally, it was only made in 1965 and 1966.
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Mustang is a single shot rifle. Similar to the single shot Topper but a better finish. I've killed many deer with my Topper and always had it handy at camp for use by younger hunters. Enjoy.
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Never seen one, but good for you.
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I've owned a couple of the 158s with full length forearms in 22 Hornet and 30-30, but never for very long.
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