Hello,
I purchased an H&R Handi Rifle in 45-70 with a 22" barrel. It came with a 3x9 scope.
1. My goal is to change the stock with an ATI collapsible stock and cut the barrel to 16.5" and port the barrel, which is still over the required 26 OAL. The purpose is to have a rifle that I can pack away on family camping trips. It's gonna be my just in case rifle..
2. I have never shot a 45-70 gun, but I shoot a lot of rem 870 with slugs at work.
QUESTIONS:
Q 1. How would it affect the accuracy? I am thinking with a shorter barrel I'm losing velocity as well.
Q 2. How is the recoil as compared to 12 gauge slugs.
Q 3. Any better suggestions?
Q 4. What are some of the recommended 45-70 rounds?
Q 5. Which gunsmith is decent and affordable for these types of work in the Los Angeles/Long Beach/OC areas. After all it's only a $200 rifle..
Thanks for your time.
I purchased an H&R Handi Rifle in 45-70 with a 22" barrel. It came with a 3x9 scope.
1. My goal is to change the stock with an ATI collapsible stock and cut the barrel to 16.5" and port the barrel, which is still over the required 26 OAL. The purpose is to have a rifle that I can pack away on family camping trips. It's gonna be my just in case rifle..
2. I have never shot a 45-70 gun, but I shoot a lot of rem 870 with slugs at work.
QUESTIONS:
Q 1. How would it affect the accuracy? I am thinking with a shorter barrel I'm losing velocity as well.
Q 2. How is the recoil as compared to 12 gauge slugs.
Q 3. Any better suggestions?
Q 4. What are some of the recommended 45-70 rounds?
Q 5. Which gunsmith is decent and affordable for these types of work in the Los Angeles/Long Beach/OC areas. After all it's only a $200 rifle..
Thanks for your time.
Comment