10-19-2012, 09:58 AM
I'm building a H&R Handi Grendel. Wayne York of Oregunsmithing is reboring and rechambering a 22" .22 Hornet barrel on the stronger SB2 rifle action. We decided on a 1:9" twist since I don't plan on shooting bullets heavier than 130gr. I might try some 140s just to see though.
I plan to glass and pillar bed the forend, tune the trigger and shorten the hammer. These mods should allow for the greatest accuracy potential. Also, we spoke about throating the chamber for a longer COL, 2.488". Given that it's a single shot rifle I won't have to worry about magazine length restrictions.
I won't be home until January, but Wayne's turnaround time is roughly 8 weeks. I bought a variety of AA factory ammo and will give them a try when I return. I'll keep updating this thread as I get more info.
Anyone have any build advice or load recommendations?
Thanks, Dinny
I plan to glass and pillar bed the forend, tune the trigger and shorten the hammer. These mods should allow for the greatest accuracy potential. Also, we spoke about throating the chamber for a longer COL, 2.488". Given that it's a single shot rifle I won't have to worry about magazine length restrictions. I won't be home until January, but Wayne's turnaround time is roughly 8 weeks. I bought a variety of AA factory ammo and will give them a try when I return. I'll keep updating this thread as I get more info.
Anyone have any build advice or load recommendations?
Thanks, Dinny