Author Topic: H&R Model 155 45/70 (Read 961 times)

yukonjim · « **on:** September 01, 2004, 01:40:08 PM »

I have a H&R Model 155 47/70 which is like a NEF but has a forearm stock that runs the length of the barrel. Looks like a muzzle loader. Great shooter. Couple of questions. 1) Has anyone ever tired to use one of the NEF barrels with this receiver? I interested in putting a NEF .270 barrel on it, I know I would have to get a new forearm to match the NEF barrel. 2) Has anyone ever had the Model 155 barrel tapped for a scope? Looking to install a reddot.

God Bless America and Lets get Out of Iraq

MSP Ret · « **Reply #1 on:** September 01, 2004, 02:03:03 PM »

no problem with the drilling and tapping far a red dot, any competent gunsmith could do it for you. Measure the barrel attaching lug and let me know its longest length and it's width and I'll try to help re: barrel fitting....<><.... :grin:

Paul5388 · « **Reply #2 on:** September 01, 2004, 03:31:45 PM »

I have an "AU" H&R receiver that I have used several NEF barrels on. Including .357 Mag, .22 Hornet and .223 Rem. I think it's a Model 158, but who knows with all the H&R models that were almost the same as another model?

You'll have to find a barrel for it, because NEF won't install one. I don't know that I would use that receiver with a .270 anyway. The one I have is a shotgun receiver and I don't know that I would trust it with a 50K cup barrel installed.

A .45/70 is a low pressure chambering and it works just fine on a shotgun receiver.

Leftoverdj · « **Reply #3 on:** September 01, 2004, 04:42:03 PM »

Don't even think about it. The 155 frame is far too weak to take a .270 barrel. While it is dimensionally identical to the SB-2 frame, it is made from much weaker material and not heat threated. It is adequate for the pistol calibers, the .223, the .30-30, and the shotgun barrels.

Might as well just go ahead and get a gun on an SB-2 frame.

MSP Ret · « **Reply #4 on:** September 01, 2004, 07:06:58 PM »

there you are yukonjim, a learned answer to your question and one I believe you should accept. Thanks DJ....<><.... :grin:

Joel · « **Reply #5 on:** September 01, 2004, 10:20:19 PM »

Yeah, the frames on the old H&R's and even the current NEF Shotguns are made of "scinctered iron"....they are not steel at all. Ok for low pressure shotguns and some rifle's, but that's it. Trying it would go beyond dangerous; it would end up a guaranteed distaster. That old 155 with the full forend is a neat version, and low pressure factory loads are adeaquate for anything on this planet, almost, up to 150 yds.

yukonjim · « **Reply #6 on:** September 02, 2004, 04:15:35 AM »

Thanks for all the replies. Looks like I will be looking for a good used Handi in a .270. Really don't want to loose the use of the Model 155. Too much fun to shoot. May think about the scope mount though since the Model 155 has a ramp type rear sight which limits the adjustment.

Jim

Smokin Joe · « **Reply #7 on:** September 02, 2004, 05:09:13 AM »

yukonjim,
I've had a 155 in .45-70 since the 1970's and it's a great shooter. I did get tired of shooting the ramrod out of the forearm, so I cut off the barrel lug and changed the forearm (any of the shotgun style will fit). I have used the .357, .44 and 12 ga barrels on it with no problem; what you have to watch out for are the High Bolt Thrust rounds....the frame was not made for them. Forget the .270.
What I do like about the 155 is the trigger; much better than the current issue. Also, it has "real" rifiling, for those of us who shoot cast bullets.

yukonjim · « **Reply #8 on:** September 08, 2004, 04:34:51 AM »

smokinjoe5150.

You are right about the 155 being a great shooter. I let my son in law have it but missed it so much I got it back from him. I haven't had any trouble with the ram rod coming out during firing. I do wish the rear sight had better adjustments, especially windage. Thats why I was interested in putting a red dot on it. Think it would be perfect addition for elk. Probably will not have time before this season.

As for a 45/70 being a 150 yard gun, I regularly use mine with factoory sights out to 200 yards. Guys out here regularly have compition shoots at 1000 yards. Most use the old trapdoor Springfield but a few use H&R's and NEF's with open sights. In fact I was at the range the other day shooting a guy's trapdoor at 500 yards. Haven't shot my that far. Mainly because of the sights.

yukonjim · « **Reply #9 on:** September 18, 2004, 06:28:05 AM »

Thanks for all the input. I think I will look for a 30-30 barrel for the H&R Model 155 that I have. From all the replies I have received it looks as if that would be the best way to go. That way I could use the 30-30 for mulies out here in Washington and then switch out the barrel to the 45-70 for elk. Anyone got a 30-30 barrel they want to sell (cheap)? Would have to get a new rorearm to replace the long one that is on the 155. May even consider a complete Handi in 30-30 if the price was right I think even an old H&R Model 158 in 30-30 would be okay. Saw a post where someone got a 158 in 30-30 for $135. Good price.

Jim