H&R Handi Rifle vs Stevens Model 200
01-19-2008 | 08:34 AM
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Nontypical Buck
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RE: H&R Handi Rifle vs Stevens Model 200
Well it sounds like everyone likes the Stevens better but i still dont know......lol....idk why im partial to single shots.
For all the Stevens owners......about how much did you pay for yours???
THANKS!
For all the Stevens owners......about how much did you pay for yours???
THANKS!
01-19-2008 | 08:39 AM
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RE: H&R Handi Rifle vs Stevens Model 200
I have said this on a few different threads, so here goes again. A few years ago I would have suggested the handi rifles for a budget gun, I was even considering getting one, and did get a H&R ultra slug gun. However now there are just too many options in the $300 dollar range for a decent centerfire bolt gun. The Stevens 200 is not "similar" to a Savage 110/10, it IS a savage 110/10. It is just the earlier version minus the accutrigger feature and a slightly different stock. There are also the Mossberg guns which I have heard really good things about as well.
The H&R's are decent guns and work and most are pretty accurate. But when you consider the price difference do you want a crudely made economy single shot or a proven well made repeating rifle? It really isn't much of a choice to me unless you just like the simplicity of a single shot break open rifle. I'm not bagging on H&R, I like their product. I have owned my share of their shotguns and shot a few of the centerfires. I have also owned a few savages and there really isn't much of a comparison when you hold both and look them over. The savage/stevens is a much better built firearm. Sort of like looking at an AK and a M-16 side by side. The AK works but it's crude. The M-16 is a much finer machined well made quality firearm.
And since you mentioned the .243 I have heard the handi rifles having issues with that round on some guns. The cases tend to get stuck. I guess it is a pretty easy fix though. And also consider that Remington (or it's parent company) just purchased Marlin which also owns H&R/NEF.
Good luck, let us know what you get. I recently got a savage in .243 but have yet to shoot it. Too cold for me right now
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Paul
The H&R's are decent guns and work and most are pretty accurate. But when you consider the price difference do you want a crudely made economy single shot or a proven well made repeating rifle? It really isn't much of a choice to me unless you just like the simplicity of a single shot break open rifle. I'm not bagging on H&R, I like their product. I have owned my share of their shotguns and shot a few of the centerfires. I have also owned a few savages and there really isn't much of a comparison when you hold both and look them over. The savage/stevens is a much better built firearm. Sort of like looking at an AK and a M-16 side by side. The AK works but it's crude. The M-16 is a much finer machined well made quality firearm.
And since you mentioned the .243 I have heard the handi rifles having issues with that round on some guns. The cases tend to get stuck. I guess it is a pretty easy fix though. And also consider that Remington (or it's parent company) just purchased Marlin which also owns H&R/NEF.
Good luck, let us know what you get. I recently got a savage in .243 but have yet to shoot it. Too cold for me right now
. Paul
01-19-2008 | 10:48 AM
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RE: H&R Handi Rifle vs Stevens Model 200
If it helps, the 4 loads that my $259 Stevens groups so well are the only 4 I've tried so far... Many others have reported great accuracy from the Stevens as well. I don't see how anyone in their right mind would pick the Handi over the Stevens. Stick a Nikon Prostaff 3-9x40 on one and you've got all the rifle you'll probably ever need.
01-19-2008 | 11:39 AM
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Nontypical Buck
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RE: H&R Handi Rifle vs Stevens Model 200
WEll i guess ive made up my mind then.......when i decide to get one i think i will defenitely go with the Stevens then!
Now i got a little quuestion........i have 22's, a .223, a .270 and a 30-30 andthats about it for rifles.
Now what caliber should i get it in???? lol
Now i got a little quuestion........i have 22's, a .223, a .270 and a 30-30 andthats about it for rifles.
Now what caliber should i get it in???? lol
01-19-2008 | 12:17 PM
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RE: H&R Handi Rifle vs Stevens Model 200
ORIGINAL: Paul L Mohr
I have said this on a few different threads, so here goes again. A few years ago I would have suggested the handi rifles for a budget gun, I was even considering getting one, and did get a H&R ultra slug gun. However now there are just too many options in the $300 dollar range for a decent centerfire bolt gun. The Stevens 200 is not "similar" to a Savage 110/10, it IS a savage 110/10. It is just the earlier version minus the accutrigger feature and a slightly different stock. There are also the Mossberg guns which I have heard really good things about as well.
The H&R's are decent guns and work and most are pretty accurate. But when you consider the price difference do you want a crudely made economy single shot or a proven well made repeating rifle? It really isn't much of a choice to me unless you just like the simplicity of a single shot break open rifle. I'm not bagging on H&R, I like their product. I have owned my share of their shotguns and shot a few of the centerfires. I have also owned a few savages and there really isn't much of a comparison when you hold both and look them over. The savage/stevens is a much better built firearm. Sort of like looking at an AK and a M-16 side by side. The AK works but it's crude. The M-16 is a much finer machined well made quality firearm.
And since you mentioned the .243 I have heard the handi rifles having issues with that round on some guns. The cases tend to get stuck. I guess it is a pretty easy fix though. And also consider that Remington (or it's parent company) just purchased Marlin which also owns H&R/NEF.
Good luck, let us know what you get. I recently got a savage in .243 but have yet to shoot it. Too cold for me right now.
Paul
I have said this on a few different threads, so here goes again. A few years ago I would have suggested the handi rifles for a budget gun, I was even considering getting one, and did get a H&R ultra slug gun. However now there are just too many options in the $300 dollar range for a decent centerfire bolt gun. The Stevens 200 is not "similar" to a Savage 110/10, it IS a savage 110/10. It is just the earlier version minus the accutrigger feature and a slightly different stock. There are also the Mossberg guns which I have heard really good things about as well.
The H&R's are decent guns and work and most are pretty accurate. But when you consider the price difference do you want a crudely made economy single shot or a proven well made repeating rifle? It really isn't much of a choice to me unless you just like the simplicity of a single shot break open rifle. I'm not bagging on H&R, I like their product. I have owned my share of their shotguns and shot a few of the centerfires. I have also owned a few savages and there really isn't much of a comparison when you hold both and look them over. The savage/stevens is a much better built firearm. Sort of like looking at an AK and a M-16 side by side. The AK works but it's crude. The M-16 is a much finer machined well made quality firearm.
And since you mentioned the .243 I have heard the handi rifles having issues with that round on some guns. The cases tend to get stuck. I guess it is a pretty easy fix though. And also consider that Remington (or it's parent company) just purchased Marlin which also owns H&R/NEF.
Good luck, let us know what you get. I recently got a savage in .243 but have yet to shoot it. Too cold for me right now
. Paul
I always look forward to your knowledge though, for a young hunter it helps a ton.
01-19-2008 | 12:30 PM
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Typical Buck
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RE: H&R Handi Rifle vs Stevens Model 200
Stevens only comes in very basic calibers. Considering what you already have I would say 300 win mag, or 30-06 depending on preference of long action or short action. If you dont want bigger, then the 243 would still slide in nicely between the 223 and the 270.
01-19-2008 | 12:45 PM
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RE: H&R Handi Rifle vs Stevens Model 200
I really wasn't comparing the calibers, both can be had in various calibers. Many of the new AK variants are in the smaller 5mm chambering by the way. And you can get the AR/M-16 platform in many calibers including .308.
I was simply comparing the craftsmanship between the two platforms. An AK looks like it was made in someones garage with left over sheet metal and tubing with a hammer and a bench grinder. Where as the AR/M-16 is a well crafted quality rifle, and normally tends to be more accurate. You simply can't set the two side by side and think they are in the same league from a quality standpoint.
If I had my choice between an AK and an AR for sport shooting (caliber not being an issue) and I could get the AR for slightly more money it would not be a hard decision.
Only my opinions though.
Pat, you know what the difference between the stevens you are looking at is and the Savage 16 I own is?
The stevens is a different color and has a slightly different trigger on it. Oh, and the Stevens retails for almost half what mine does.
Paul
I was simply comparing the craftsmanship between the two platforms. An AK looks like it was made in someones garage with left over sheet metal and tubing with a hammer and a bench grinder. Where as the AR/M-16 is a well crafted quality rifle, and normally tends to be more accurate. You simply can't set the two side by side and think they are in the same league from a quality standpoint.
If I had my choice between an AK and an AR for sport shooting (caliber not being an issue) and I could get the AR for slightly more money it would not be a hard decision.
Only my opinions though.
Pat, you know what the difference between the stevens you are looking at is and the Savage 16 I own is?
The stevens is a different color and has a slightly different trigger on it. Oh, and the Stevens retails for almost half what mine does
.Paul