I thought the versapak has a different frame than an SB1 or SB2? But the versapak barrel will work on a SB1 or SB2?
BB
BB,
It's been my contention that the VP frame is basically a SB1 (strength receiver), there have been differing opinions of course, so it's up to you to determine if you agree with my contention or not.
H&R1871 (as per Brian, quick, and of course H&R) will not fit any type barrel to the VP frame. Dimensionally all four frames, SB1, SB2,
modern Huntsman, and VP are the same. The difference is in the strength of the frames, and metal type. As you know the SB2 frames are steel and treated to withstand the higher pressures generated by rifle calibers. The SB1 and modern Huntsman frames are basically the same, and are only safe with shotgun & pistol caliber barrels. The
major disagreement is whether the VP frame is essentially a SB1 strength receiver.
However, all do agree that the VP 22 barrel, as well as the VP 410 barrel
will fit SB1 and SB2 frames safely.
Don't bother asking Brian about the strength issue, he is a H&R employee, and we do not wish to endanger his job, by asking him a question that he cannot answer. He has to follow company policy.
Merry Christmas to all!