Topper 158 Receivers

[Joel45acp]

Are the Topper 158's receivers in the same class as the SB2?  I have a Topper in 30/30 and looking for a 357mag barrel or "slave" barrel to be converted to 357mag by Orgunsmithing.  Thanks for all of your help guys.  Later.

[quickdtoo]

No, they're cast iron, current production SB2 frames are heat treated investment cast alloy steel.

Tim

[Joel45acp]

Quickdtoo, so does that mean it won't handle the 30/30 barrel that came with it?  I'm just trying to get a grip on all of this.  Will this receiver handle a 357mag barrel?  Thanks for your time.

[cwlongshot]

Joel.
 As they where available from the factory in  22 hornet, 22jet, 30-30, 357 maxi (That's what mine was) maybe a few others....
 Yes I would say you will be safe. BUT the factory will not do this (as you know) for liability reasons.

My own twist here, this was manufactured by H&R, who was bought by NEF. Then NEF was bought by Marlin. So its really, Marlin who is not comfortable with fitting barrels to receivers that where made by H&R. Again, this is speculation on my part.

If you weigh all the options, you may find its cheaper to just cut your ties to the 158. Just look for a NEF, SB2 in the caliber you want and don't look back. Possibly even sell your 158 (It will go quick in here and likely recoup all that you paid.)

On a personal note, I have found and purchased another 30-30 barrel, so I am all set, thanks and good luck!!

CW

[stimpylu32]

Joel

I would not be consurned about the 30/30 on that frame as that was a cal that was offered on the 158 , however i would not try to add any other barrels to it . Just pick up another Handi to use for that with a newer SB-2 frame .

stimpy