Author Topic: Handi vs. Ultra (Read 684 times)

KA-POW · « **on:** November 15, 2004, 01:33:03 PM »

what is the difference between the handi rifle and ultra rifle? will the ultra rifle barrels fit on my handi?

single shot shooter · « **Reply #1 on:** November 15, 2004, 01:34:54 PM »

the ultra is a "better" and heavier version of the handi. i belive ultra barrels will fit a handi reciever

KA-POW · « **Reply #2 on:** November 15, 2004, 01:39:32 PM »

thanks alot..i was wondering because i was in the market for a new barrel..i have the 45-70 and love it... just want something new for deer and chucks out past 200 yds.

quickdtoo · « **Reply #3 on:** November 15, 2004, 02:15:48 PM »

This question was just asked recently...
http://www.graybeardoutdoors.com/phpbb2/viewtopic.php?t=45743

KA-POW · « **Reply #4 on:** November 15, 2004, 02:21:11 PM »

Thanks alot. i looked but i must have went right past it....

MSP Ret · « **Reply #5 on:** November 15, 2004, 03:17:35 PM »

Quote from: single shot shooter

the ultra is a "better" and heavier version of the handi. i belive ultra barrels will fit a handi reciever

... :?

It is a better and heavier version? Not in my part of the country, it may be polished a bit better and have Laminated stocks but the reciever is exactly the same. The barrels are a couple of inches longer on the average and may or may not be polished better but otherwise are the same and they all interchange. I have Ultra barrels and Handi barrels all on the same Handi reciever....<><.... :grin:

What it amounts to is you pay a little more to get what some feel is a prettier gun. It may or may shot as well as someone elses Handi... :roll:

KA-POW · « **Reply #6 on:** November 15, 2004, 03:27:22 PM »

is it safe to buy a barrel from another person and put it on my handi, or would i be better off to send my receiver, stock and forend to NEF so that it can be checked?

MSP Ret · « **Reply #7 on:** November 15, 2004, 03:51:13 PM »

Yes it can be safe if done safely and properly. It is being done now on a more frequent basis. That said, before you try it do a little research here and ask for help if unsure of ANYTHING. Only fit barrels to actions that have been manufactured for the appropriate pressure levels. This was a kind of a shadowy back-room type of going on until H&R added the extra fee and has since expanded greatly...go slow, ask questions and be safe....<><.... :grin:

The best way to go would be to buy the barrel from H&R and have them fit it for you. That way they will stand behind any problems that might arise of the barrel and barrel fitting.... :grin: