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Buffalo Classic

aomregcikaomregcik Member Posts: 15 ✭✭
edited February 2008 in Ask the Experts
I would like some opinions from those of you who have actually shot the NEF Buffalo Classic model CR-1871 rifle in .45-70. I just about have one ordered but haven't put the down payment down yet. Thanks for some honest opinions of this gun.
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  • aomregcikaomregcik Member Posts: 15 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    Considering sending my son's handi rifle back to be fit with a 45-70 buffalo classic barrel, so I can have some fun with it too. Was just wondering if anyone knew if the standard factory forearm would fit this barrel. Rifle was bought as a .243 youth. Thanks in advance.

    aomregcik@msn.com
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  • TWalkerTWalker Member Posts: 2,372 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    I believe your forend will fit. Include it along with the rifle (less your barrel) when you send it to H&R/NEF. What are your plans for sights? You are aware that the Buffalo Classic comes without sights? I'd suggest mounting a scope. The barrel is drilled and tapped for a scope base, or you can order a standard length .45/70 barrel with iron sights or with a scope base included. Whichever you buy, the .45/70 is a very good choice for a handi-rifle.
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  • aomregcikaomregcik Member Posts: 15 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    Most likely going with a scope. The first Handi I owned was the standard length 45-70, boy what a shooter. Got amazing groups from it using bulk remington 300 gr hp, dont recall the powder. Got hard up for cash and let it go, still kickin myself over that one.
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  • CS8161CS8161 Member Posts: 13,596 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    quote:Originally posted by TWalker
    I believe your forend will fit. Include it along with the rifle (less your barrel) when you send it to H&R/NEF. What are your plans for sights? You are aware that the Buffalo Classic comes without sights? I'd suggest mounting a scope. The barrel is drilled and tapped for a scope base, or you can order a standard length .45/70 barrel with iron sights or with a scope base included. Whichever you buy, the .45/70 is a very good choice for a handi-rifle.


    I have seen a few of these Buffalo Classics from H&R and I could have sworn they had sights on them??
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  • aomregcikaomregcik Member Posts: 15 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    If I'm not mistaken the complete gun comes with a williams rear sight and lyman globe front, but if you buy just the barrel from h&r there are none included.
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