Grandpa’s Old .22

Published on August 23, 2023
Duration: 0:55

This guide details the operation of the Harrington & Richardson Sportsman double-action revolver, focusing on its top-break action for loading and ejection. The video demonstrates safe firearm handling and proficient marksmanship on steel targets, showcasing the revolver's 9-round capacity and automatic ejection mechanism. An experienced shooter provides instruction on these techniques.

Quick Summary

The H&R Sportsman Revolver operates with a top-break double-action mechanism. Loading involves opening the action, inserting nine .22 Long Rifle rounds into the cylinder, and closing it. Ejection is automatic: opening the top-break action after firing clears spent casings via the integrated ejector.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: H&R Sportsman Revolver
  2. 00:06Loading the 9-shot cylinder
  3. 00:30Target practice at the range
  4. 00:46Ejecting spent casings

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you load the H&R Sportsman Revolver?

To load the H&R Sportsman Revolver, open its top-break action, manually insert nine rounds of .22 Long Rifle ammunition into the numbered cylinder chambers, and then close the action.

What is the ejection process for the H&R Sportsman Revolver?

The H&R Sportsman Revolver features an automatic ejector. After firing, opening the top-break action simultaneously activates this mechanism, clearing all spent casings from the cylinder.

What caliber is the H&R Sportsman Revolver shown in the video?

The H&R Sportsman Revolver featured in the video is chambered in .22 Long Rifle, commonly abbreviated as .22 LR. This is a popular rimfire cartridge suitable for target practice and plinking.

What type of action does the H&R Sportsman Revolver have?

The H&R Sportsman Revolver in the video has a top-break double-action mechanism. This design allows for easy loading and unloading by pivoting the barrel and cylinder away from the frame.

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