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Old 05-24-2009, 01:09 PM   #21
b.goforth
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Default Re: H&R Sportsman 22 LR

H&R used the letter codes AE in 1968. this would make your M999 a second model.

MODEL 999 SPORTSMAN FIRST MODEL ------------------1932-1952

MODEL 999 SPORTSMAN SECOND MODEL (NEW FRAME)---------1953-1972
Top Break, Double Action, 22 Long Rifle Caliber, 9 shot, Blue Finish, Barrel Length 6 inches, Adjustable Sights
VALUE: NIB:=$425, 95%=$365, 60%=$195

MODEL 999 SPORTSMAN THIRD MODEL
(TRANSFER BAR IGNITION)--------------------------------1973-1986
Top Break, Double Action, 22 Long Rifle Caliber, 9 shot, Blue Finish, Barrel Length 4 & 6 inches (4 inch not added until 1979, Adjustable Sights. In 1979 Only the Model name was advertised as Model 999 Automatic-Ejecting and it was offered in that year only in 32 S&W Long caliber, 6 shot.
VALUE: NIB:=$425, 95%=$350, 60%=$175

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