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Offline jeepmann1948

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Handi Lifespan
« on: January 01, 2009, 06:21:26 AM »
 Was pondering (not to be confused with pandering) as to the life span of Handi receivers using the higher pressure loads, such as 308,35 Whelen,270,280 etc. I am contemplating building a light weight elk rifle using a Handi Sb2 frame but I don't want a rifle that will shoot itself apart/ loose after a short time.
 The finished project will be a 338 Federal with a 23" stainless barrel and brake. I have the equipment available to completely build a new from scratch barrel and lug.It will not be a stub project and will utilize a much stronger/stable forearm mount.It's very nice having a fully equipped machine shop and my disposal,but I don't want to go to all the work building a rifle that will not last !
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Re: Handi Lifespan
« Reply #1 on: January 01, 2009, 07:54:32 AM »
Go for it.The Handi SB2 will last a very long time.
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Re: Handi Lifespan
« Reply #2 on: January 01, 2009, 08:09:57 AM »
If you got all the tools and materials build one using a titanium lug and put a titanium pin in it and it should stay tight forever ;D Kurt
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Re: Handi Lifespan
« Reply #3 on: January 01, 2009, 08:26:10 AM »
If either of you need practice....build me one first. ;D
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Re: Handi Lifespan
« Reply #4 on: January 01, 2009, 09:58:15 AM »
The lug & forearm mount will be cnc machined with dovetails for centering prior to tig welding to the barrel. by following proper welding procedures it will not stress the barrel at all.
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Re: Handi Lifespan
« Reply #5 on: January 01, 2009, 10:00:19 AM »
 At this time it is just a project , however if there are enough addicts out there i can supply their habit LOL
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Re: Handi Lifespan
« Reply #6 on: January 01, 2009, 10:47:11 AM »
VERY INTERSTING!!! Please keep us posted on your work as it progresses.
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Re: Handi Lifespan
« Reply #7 on: January 01, 2009, 02:26:43 PM »
338 Federal would be a verrrry in-ter-est-ing cartridge in a Handi. ;)  I think I could be persuaded to let go of a few coins to try that out. ::)  DP
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Re: Handi Lifespan
« Reply #8 on: January 01, 2009, 04:07:17 PM »
+1 for the fully equipped machine shop.
+1 for in-ter-est-ing
+1 for buying one

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Re: Handi Lifespan
« Reply #9 on: January 01, 2009, 04:28:35 PM »
What kind of FPS are you getting with that setup?

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Re: Handi Lifespan
« Reply #10 on: January 01, 2009, 04:54:30 PM »
Gj,

i am getting right at 2,800 fps. with both bullets out of my 25 inch barrel.
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Re: Handi Lifespan
« Reply #11 on: January 01, 2009, 05:02:12 PM »
Thats pretty good. any chance you would bild one for me?

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