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H&R Topper in 22 rem jet
« on: December 16, 2009, 02:16:32 PM »
hey guys , i just picked up a H&R Topper jr model 490 in 22 remington jet ! it looks to be a factory barrel but i am not sure . can anyone tell me if this model was offered in this caliber way back when ? any info would be greatly appreciated .  thanks
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Re: H&R Topper in 22 rem jet
« Reply #1 on: December 16, 2009, 02:47:52 PM »
The 490 is a junior version of the Topper 158 which came in 22 Rem Jet.

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Re: H&R Topper in 22 rem jet
« Reply #2 on: December 16, 2009, 04:25:26 PM »
thanks for the info tim .

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Re: H&R Topper in 22 rem jet
« Reply #3 on: April 30, 2011, 02:21:40 PM »
bought mine in 1965. Posted loads today under 680br in 22 rem jet. it is a good shooter, but limited to 200- 250 yards, till I find a more uniform load for it.
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Re: H&R Topper in 22 rem jet
« Reply #4 on: May 02, 2011, 04:55:54 AM »
Frog do you have load data for the Rem Jet?? Thanks Kurt
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