NEF Handi Rifle

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kjohn

Discussion Starter · Feb 10, 2003

Hello. I just bought a NEF Handi Rifle in 30-06. It is as new, "22 inch barrel. I suspect someone bought it, took it out and fired it full house with no muffs and brought it back. I plan to put a scope on (no choice anyway - no sights!) and use it for fun target shooting. I will try different cast loads, and as well I'll try out my auxiliary cartridge in .30 M1 with my trusty 93 gr Lee WW loads. Has anybody had any experience with these little rifles. I realize that they aren't in the Ruger class, so I don't need to be told that. I see I need med/high mounts to clear the hammer. Thanks.

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· #2 · Feb 11, 2003

The Handi's are an excellent value for a utility/hunting type single-shot.

I have one in 280 Rem with the 26" bbl. The barrels themselves I've found to be of surprisingly good quality. Recessed crowns, excellent lockup, heavy profile.

You will enjoy the Handi and yes, you will need High rings to clear the scope especially with a variable power ring. The only beef I have with these rifles is that. They need to drop the hammer spur or re-engineer it's configuration.

Regards

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