I have one that my great-grandmother ordered from a Sears&Roebuck catalog in the early 50s for like 9 bucks, she sent return postage and money, and a couple of weeks later it was at the front door. She kept it under her mattress for years, then my grandfather got it, under his mattress for years. Now it's in my safe in an old tube sock. It was the first gun I shot when I was like 5. Has some finish wear and slight pitting from decades of country critter control in the Mississippi swamps. But still a solid little peashooter. I could refinish it, but I like the patina and battle scars.
Another great review, the first real gun I ever shot was my Dads H&R 999. Dad's gun was made in the1930's, the 999 is a top break version with the similar 9 shot cylinder. My Dad gave the gun to a lawyer friend, who helped pro bono in my grandfather's final arrangements in1963. Flash forward to 1971, I found a NIB model 999 at K mart (remember when Kmart sold guns? or Kmart even existed?) I bought the H&R 999 for my Dad., we spend good times plinking together, I have that same revolver today and the fond memories too.
great little plinking,/varmint gun. i got one dirt cheap 30 or so years ago. i had put it in the barn, forgot about it after getting rid of horses, found it years later rusted shut, soaked it in white vinegar, took it apart, soaked it, brushed, etc, put some cold blue on it a few times and it still fires. i don't think as accurately, although i didn't shoot it afterwards, really, except to verify functionality. i might hunt it down and take it out this weekend. thank you for your videos..
Another enjoyable video. I know one of my inaccurate top-break H&R revolvers had a hokey plastic mainspring rod that broke. Ordered an all metal replacement from Jack First and sold it off cheap.
I believe that the oddly-shaped grip frame (just a section of a circle) was done to make the job of inletting the wooden grips easier. It simplified production, allowing a cutter the width of the frame to make the needed shape in the grips with one pass. At one time the higher grades of H&R revolvers and single-shot pistols were quite popular for bullseye competition. They sold a number of different types of wooden grips as accessories.
This was made in 3 types and some parts are type-specific with the older parts becoming hard or impossible to find. Probably need slave pins to disassemble/assemble. One thing to be aware of is that wear can allow the firing pin to strike the round on top if dropped so it's safer with 8 and an empty chamber on top. Mine's a first type late version with about a 2" barrel and does fine with all modern 22LR ammo. Sturdy and reliable but not finely finished or fitted and built to a low price point with good materials they are the epitome of a "knock-about" or "tackle-box" gun you needn't worry about. I fitted mine with DIY grip panels following the 'bird's head' fame shape to make it more pocket-friendly. Not as good for shooting but boy do they sure help carry better. I don't believe in a 22LR for defense but mine has served as a 'just in case' carry ,and as a back-up, and should I need it I think 8 rounds with a few in the face would stop someone with evil intent.
I’m enjoying all your posts. I have one of these “cheap & cheerful” little revolvers, and it usually goes along on .22lr range days. Doesn’t have the SSA vibe that today’s Heritage & Wrangler revolvers do, but just as much fun
Quite an interesting little economy revolver indeed. As someone who grew up and still currently resides in rural Oklahoma, I've seen quite a few of the H&R revolvers around, these included-both the 922 and the 622 six-shot variant-throughout my years of shooting and handling guns (which, as a younger gun enthusiast in my 20s, is saying something lol) and have always found them to be durable, utilitarian little guns. I actually owned one of these for a time and still own one of the little top break H&R Model 926s that I got back in my teens. It's funny that you should mention this not being anyone's idea of a self defense gun: I actually knew an older gentleman that lived up the dirt road from me once upon a time who owned one specifically for that purpose. It was, in fact, the only handgun he owned-the only other firearms he owned being a couple of shotguns and a .22 rifle-and it was the only firearm in his house that he kept loaded "in case of prowlers", though he also used it to scare off chicken hawks and coyotes and stuff. It had a 6 inch barrel and it seemed like I remember his having free-spinning cylinder lockwork. He kept it in a black leather Bucheimer holster and actually had a second cylinder for it that he kept loaded as well and insisted that if he ever needed to reload it under stress, he'd just do a quick cylinder swap like Clint Eastwood does with his Remington New Model Army in Pale Rider......I'm not sure how well that would've worked out in practice, but I won't question it 😂 he's long since passed on and that dreaded hour of need never came, so I guess it doesn't matter either way. Personally, if I hear something go bump in the night, I'll be reaching for my 9mm or my .357 Magnum (both of which stay within arm's reach when I'm in bed), but to each their own. I suppose, at the end of the day, a .22 revolver is better than a baseball bat or a sharp stick. Anyway, another wonderful video as usual, Tinker! You truly are a knowledgeable gentleman and I appreciate the content that you produce. Keep up the good work! 😁
I have an H&R model 933 that is one of my house guns. It stays loaded with 60 grain Aguila SSS rounds. I also have a 949 as another house gun that stays loaded with Aguila Super Extra rounds.. both are guite accurate . Then there is my 676 with a 12 inch barrel in .22 mag. This is actually a rather formidable sidearm. Accurate and rather hard hitting. Armadillo,, Coyote and various other critters have been no match for it. I am kind of partial to H&R though. I have a 12 ga and a 410 shotgun and also a .45-70 " Shikari " a .45 caliber " huntsman" muzzle loader. And a model 158 in .30-30 that has been my primary deer rifle for about 40 years. I put a 3x9x32 scope on it and sighted it in to hit 1 inch high at 100 yards with my hand load. The rifle still hits 1 inch high with my handload after almost 40 years with no adjustments at all. I honestly don't know how many Deer this rifle has taken. That is phenomenal service for a $ 79.00 rifle !
Most of them I've encountered were good little plinkers capable of small game like rabbits out to 25 yds or better. The double action trigger pull isn't S&W like but if for some reason you had to shoot several shots fast and at very close range it is possible.
I’ve got one that was my granddad’s, 6” round barrel, short cylinder arbor, and a simultaneous-eject cylinder that works by just reinserting the pin through the center when you pull cylinder. I’d describe it as accurate but unforgiving, those sights are scarce and I’ve ruined my share of good groups with a bad grip. Absolutely agree on the sinus behind the trigger guard being a problem point. I’m considering fabricating a wood block to press fit there on mine. I also wish it had a windage adjustable sight like the Hi Standard revolvers. I’m not familiar with all the small details in the changes over their lifespan, but yours may be missing the plate that goes beneath the hammer spring to make disassembly easier. Mine was and that spring is a colossal pain in the ass to remove without it
I had one. Snub nose, bought NIB in the early 1980's. NOS at a gunshop for $60. Great trapline pistol and great for farm use. Never owned an H&R that disappointed me.
I've got one of these. The action is frozen or bound up. It isn't rusty. I've not been able to determine what part is misaligned, broken or just missing. It was free and it's a project.
There's not much out there on these guns, so thank you very much for putting it out. I've got my Dad's old H&R Model 622. When the trigger is pulled and held to the rear, the hammer, after dropping, flops back and forth by about 3/8" until the hammer is released. Is this normal for these line of guns?
Back in 1957 a guy shot and killed two police with a 22 snub nose revolver H&R dont no the model hit one with three shots in the back and shot threw the window and killed the other behind the wheel the video was on forensic files tv show look it up . I'm serious they got the guy about 50yrs later. Episode 2--10 i think im not sure
I have one that my great-grandmother ordered from a Sears&Roebuck catalog in the early 50s for like 9 bucks, she sent return postage and money, and a couple of weeks later it was at the front door. She kept it under her mattress for years, then my grandfather got it, under his mattress for years. Now it's in my safe in an old tube sock. It was the first gun I shot when I was like 5. Has some finish wear and slight pitting from decades of country critter control in the Mississippi swamps. But still a solid little peashooter. I could refinish it, but I like the patina and battle scars.
Another great review, the first real gun I ever shot was my Dads H&R 999.
Dad's gun was made in the1930's, the 999 is a top break version with the similar 9 shot cylinder.
My Dad gave the gun to a lawyer friend, who helped pro bono in my grandfather's final arrangements in1963.
Flash forward to 1971, I found a NIB model 999 at K mart (remember when Kmart sold guns? or Kmart even existed?) I bought the H&R 999 for my Dad., we spend good times plinking together,
I have that same revolver today and the fond memories too.
Muchas gracias señor
we had use of one years ago wish we still had it now it was a noice plinked and reliable thanks for doing a video on the H@R
My pleasure!
I eally enjoy your reviews of the lesser known and unique firearms.
great little plinking,/varmint gun. i got one dirt cheap 30 or so years ago. i had put it in the barn, forgot about it after getting rid of horses, found it years later rusted shut, soaked it in white vinegar, took it apart, soaked it, brushed, etc, put some cold blue on it a few times and it still fires. i don't think as accurately, although i didn't shoot it afterwards, really, except to verify functionality. i might hunt it down and take it out this weekend. thank you for your videos..
Another enjoyable video. I know one of my inaccurate top-break H&R revolvers had a hokey plastic mainspring rod that broke. Ordered an all metal replacement from Jack First and sold it off cheap.
I believe that the oddly-shaped grip frame (just a section of a circle) was done to make the job of inletting the wooden grips easier. It simplified production, allowing a cutter the width of the frame to make the needed shape in the grips with one pass.
At one time the higher grades of H&R revolvers and single-shot pistols were quite popular for bullseye competition. They sold a number of different types of wooden grips as accessories.
That totally makes sense.
I have owned a few different models of the H&R and just love them .... Also Had a High standard R 101 and love it just as much !
Just a real sweet little pistol.. part of the American dream..
This was made in 3 types and some parts are type-specific with the older parts becoming hard or impossible to find. Probably need slave pins to disassemble/assemble. One thing to be aware of is that wear can allow the firing pin to strike the round on top if dropped so it's safer with 8 and an empty chamber on top. Mine's a first type late version with about a 2" barrel and does fine with all modern 22LR ammo. Sturdy and reliable but not finely finished or fitted and built to a low price point with good materials they are the epitome of a "knock-about" or "tackle-box" gun you needn't worry about. I fitted mine with DIY grip panels following the 'bird's head' fame shape to make it more pocket-friendly. Not as good for shooting but boy do they sure help carry better. I don't believe in a 22LR for defense but mine has served as a 'just in case' carry ,and as a back-up, and should I need it I think 8 rounds with a few in the face would stop someone with evil intent.
I think that trigger-the-trigger design goes back to the 19th century Starr DA revolver.
I’m enjoying all your posts. I have one of these “cheap & cheerful” little revolvers, and it usually goes along on .22lr range days. Doesn’t have the SSA vibe that today’s Heritage & Wrangler revolvers do, but just as much fun
My snub 923 is a favorite. Great carry .22 that I bought for 100 bucks
Quite an interesting little economy revolver indeed. As someone who grew up and still currently resides in rural Oklahoma, I've seen quite a few of the H&R revolvers around, these included-both the 922 and the 622 six-shot variant-throughout my years of shooting and handling guns (which, as a younger gun enthusiast in my 20s, is saying something lol) and have always found them to be durable, utilitarian little guns. I actually owned one of these for a time and still own one of the little top break H&R Model 926s that I got back in my teens.
It's funny that you should mention this not being anyone's idea of a self defense gun: I actually knew an older gentleman that lived up the dirt road from me once upon a time who owned one specifically for that purpose. It was, in fact, the only handgun he owned-the only other firearms he owned being a couple of shotguns and a .22 rifle-and it was the only firearm in his house that he kept loaded "in case of prowlers", though he also used it to scare off chicken hawks and coyotes and stuff. It had a 6 inch barrel and it seemed like I remember his having free-spinning cylinder lockwork. He kept it in a black leather Bucheimer holster and actually had a second cylinder for it that he kept loaded as well and insisted that if he ever needed to reload it under stress, he'd just do a quick cylinder swap like Clint Eastwood does with his Remington New Model Army in Pale Rider......I'm not sure how well that would've worked out in practice, but I won't question it 😂 he's long since passed on and that dreaded hour of need never came, so I guess it doesn't matter either way. Personally, if I hear something go bump in the night, I'll be reaching for my 9mm or my .357 Magnum (both of which stay within arm's reach when I'm in bed), but to each their own. I suppose, at the end of the day, a .22 revolver is better than a baseball bat or a sharp stick.
Anyway, another wonderful video as usual, Tinker! You truly are a knowledgeable gentleman and I appreciate the content that you produce. Keep up the good work! 😁
Thank you sir! Great stories.
I appreciate the video sir I just got one of these that I was told came out of a mud hole or field, nice to see what it's supposed to look like
I have an H&R model 933 that is one of my house guns.
It stays loaded with 60 grain Aguila SSS rounds.
I also have a 949 as another house gun that stays loaded with
Aguila Super Extra rounds.. both are guite accurate . Then there is my 676 with a 12 inch barrel in .22 mag. This is actually a rather formidable sidearm. Accurate and rather hard hitting. Armadillo,, Coyote and various other critters have been no match for it. I am kind of partial to H&R though. I have a 12 ga and a 410 shotgun and also a .45-70 " Shikari " a .45 caliber " huntsman" muzzle loader. And a model 158 in .30-30 that has been my primary deer rifle for about 40 years. I put a 3x9x32 scope on it and sighted it in to hit 1 inch high at 100 yards with my hand load. The rifle still hits 1 inch high with my handload after almost 40 years with no adjustments at all. I honestly don't know how many Deer this rifle has taken. That is phenomenal service for a $ 79.00 rifle !
Most of them I've encountered were good little plinkers capable of small game like rabbits out to 25 yds or better. The double action trigger pull isn't S&W like but if for some reason you had to shoot several shots fast and at very close range it is possible.
I’ve got one that was my granddad’s, 6” round barrel, short cylinder arbor, and a simultaneous-eject cylinder that works by just reinserting the pin through the center when you pull cylinder. I’d describe it as accurate but unforgiving, those sights are scarce and I’ve ruined my share of good groups with a bad grip. Absolutely agree on the sinus behind the trigger guard being a problem point. I’m considering fabricating a wood block to press fit there on mine. I also wish it had a windage adjustable sight like the Hi Standard revolvers.
I’m not familiar with all the small details in the changes over their lifespan, but yours may be missing the plate that goes beneath the hammer spring to make disassembly easier. Mine was and that spring is a colossal pain in the ass to remove without it
I've take H&Rs apart before and absent a compelling reason I will NOT be taking this one apart!
I had one. Snub nose, bought NIB in the early 1980's. NOS at a gunshop for $60. Great trapline pistol and great for farm use. Never owned an H&R that disappointed me.
I've got one of these. The action is frozen or bound up. It isn't rusty. I've not been able to determine what part is misaligned, broken or just missing. It was free and it's a project.
It might make for an interesting birds-head grip gun.
Ha I do have an uncle Bob! 😆🤣😂
It is much better than zinc alloy shitty constructions that are sold today as made of the “modern materials”.
With a smaller grip it would look similar to my M1895 Nagant revolver. Looks like it would be a good gun for a responsible kid to practice with.
I have a model 732 which is made better with swing out cylinder in 32 S&Wlong nice gun
I inherited a 10", 7 round "hunter" version. Octagonal barrel. Yeah, horrendous DA trigger.
There's not much out there on these guns, so thank you very much for putting it out. I've got my Dad's old H&R Model 622. When the trigger is pulled and held to the rear, the hammer, after dropping, flops back and forth by about 3/8" until the hammer is released. Is this normal for these line of guns?
That doesn't sound at all normal.
Interesting! 👍🏽😀❤️🇺🇸
Do anyone know if I can replace the old grip with the newer grips with the screw placed on the side?
I don't know.
I was cleaning my version of the 922 and took the little screw out from under the hammer and now I can't figure out how to put it back in
I wish I had helpful advice here, but I've never done that.
😀😄😄
Back in 1957 a guy shot and killed two police with a 22 snub nose revolver H&R dont no the model hit one with three shots in the back and shot threw the window and killed the other behind the wheel the video was on forensic files tv show look it up . I'm serious they got the guy about 50yrs later. Episode 2--10 i think im not sure
Wow!
I feel sorry for the police who were shot . And they were only trying to do their jobs
Please us poor peoples gun alone
I quite like mine. :)
My cylinder wont come out no matter how hard I press that button.
The cylinder pin is stuck?
@@tinkertalksguns7289 oh yeah
@@ShyRage1 Try soaking it overnight in WD40?
@@tinkertalksguns7289 great idea. How bout transmission oil. Whether its one or the other, just soak the whole pistol?
@@ShyRage1 WD40 I would just apply to the pin, but soaking it in either shouldn't cause any hard.
It's called a bird head grip and it was pretty common.