H&R Sportsman 22 LR

[b.goforth]

H&R used the letter codes As in 1978. this would make this a third model. the sportsman double action model 999 was in production between 1932 and 1986.

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

bill

[JOHNS]

thank you, so I dont need to fell bad about shooting it.

Bill

[flanker08]

I just picked up this pistol from the gun shop, but I believe it is a 1933 model. The SN is: D5344. It has a one piece checkered handle/grip and a non-hammer mounted firing pin. I feel I got an okay deal as it was a little over $200 and it is in 90% shape or better. I cannot wait to get out and see what she will do at the range. Thanks in advance Bill.

[b.goforth]

the serial number is an early one and early 1933 or late 1932 would be as good as any guess on manufacture date. the model 999 and model 199 were introduced in fall of 1932.

bill

[flanker08]

I would say that is after May 1933 as it has front and back adjustable sites and a non-ribbed barrel. Any clue to the value of this Pistol? 250-350? Thanks

[Jim Hauff]

flanker08,
From what I'm seeing in the market place - the older Sportsman pieces are not generating as much interest as the newer ones. Typically, these earlier pieces are selling in the $300 +/- $50 range. I recently purchased one with s/n 609 for $285, it is in "GOOD" condition with some finish loss.

[SanJuan]

I have my Dad's H&R Sportsman Double Action; 22 Long rifle
The serial number is D28242. It is a 9 shot top break
The bluing is 100%, the grip is Walnut.
My question is how much is it worth and is it a good revolver? I do not know much about guns and am just learning pistol craft. Can I use this gun or should I just put it away and keep it as a memento?
Any information would be appreciated.
SanJuan

[b.goforth]

this sportsman model 999 was made between 1932 and 1940 depending on its features and how it is marked.

SPORTSMAN DOUBLE ACTION MODEL 999
LARGE FRAME TOP BREAK . -------------------1932-1952
Large frame double action top break revolver; Caliber 22 rimfire (short, long & long rifle) cylinder capacity 9 rounds, 22 Winchester Rim Fire (WRF) cylinder capacity 7 rounds; Safety rim cylinder; blue finish only; barrel length 6 inches (ribbed); Automatic cylinder stop; Sights: rear adjustable for windage only, Three different front sights used, full Blade, Partridge type & Partridge type pinned to barrel top rib, all non-adjustable; Finger rest trigger guard; One piece oversized checkered Walnut grips (birds head grip frame shape, Rice frame); frame mounted firing pin, hammer face is flat. Cylinder release is long pivoting lever on right side of frame (there are two different version of this). Serial numbered in its own series from 01 up to at least 89761 by the end of 1939. Starting in 1940 letter codes were used. Early production until about 1933 the letter code “D” was used to denote double action
First Variation; round heavy weight ribbed barrel with Blade non-adjustable front sight ------1932- to before April 18,1933
Second Variation; adjustable front sight-----1933 (after 4-18-1933)-
Third Variation; firing pin moved to hammer----------------1934
Fourth Variation; three inch barrel was offered-------------1935
Fifth Variation; two patent dates marked on cylinder (before there was only one)---1936 (after 3-17)-1937
Sixth Variation; top of barrel markings moved to right side of barrel---1937-1939
Seventh Variation; 22 WFR caliber dropped, 3 inch barrel dropped----1940-1941
Eight Variation; one piece over size plastic grips are standard, limited production during WWII years-----------1942-1952
VALUE: 100%=$425 60%=$195 Add 15% premium for 1st Variation; %0% for 22WRF caliber; 30% for 3” barrel (scarce) (See Post 1952 Section for Models 2 & 3)

bill

[cpgysen]

I have just received an H&R Sportsman 22LR and hoped to get a little more info on it. I don't plan on selling it, just clean it up and maybe teach my son to shoot with it.
I've noticed most serials posted here are a number or so longer than what I'm finding on my handle... B9938 is what is stamped on mine...

Any info you could provide me with would be cool, and thanks in advance.

c

[b.goforth]

H&R used the "B" letter code in 1941. value posted above. after 1940 the number on the H&R gun did not matter only the one or two letter codes were needed to tell year of manufacture.

bill

[cpgysen]

thanks Bill

[wasillaman]

hello , i got my son a H&R SPORTSMAN 999
Can you help me understand the year it is made ?

all the letters are on the left side "SPORTSMAN" MODEL 999 22 CAL.
H&R INC. U.S.A. (holding the gun ready to shoot)

#AD868**

WALNUT GRIPS two piece

fixed site , ribbed barrel, black (blued), one piece firing pin-trigger

very nice shape and shoots accurate

thank you for your help !

[jamesjo]

wasillaman,
AD prefix = 1967 manufacture

[wasillaman]

thank you very much jamesjo

43 year old in very good shape , my son is happy !

[noobie]

from the 3 pages of reading i think i have a second variation DA made in the 30's, looking for back up on my assumption. #D6975
Thank you for any input.

[Jim Hauff]

Originally Posted by noobie

from the 3 pages of reading i think i have a second variation DA made in the 30's, looking for back up on my assumption. #D6975
Thank you for any input.

I will agree - it should have a frame mounted firing pin????

[noobie]

Originally Posted by Jim Hauff

I will agree - it should have a frame mounted firing pin????

Yes. Frame mounted firing pin, adjustable sights, one piece grip. So the early ones aren't worth as much money? Just inherited this piece, and trying to find an amount to insure it for.
Thanks for any input.

[Jim Hauff]

noobie -
Insure it for $500. Consider $400 as value in EXCELLENT condition, sales tax, S&H, NICS/Dealer fees - comes out pretty close to that to replace it. Don't know how your insurance co. considers firearms - are you planning to add a rider to your policy?

[noobie]

Originally Posted by Jim Hauff

Don't know how your insurance co. considers firearms - are you planning to add a rider to your policy?

Add a rider? I have allstate. It's kinda under my homeowners, untill I go over a certain amount, which I am thinking I am getting close to, I just give them make, model, and serial number with aproximate value

[Jim Hauff]

My State Farm policy only covers up to $2500 in losses of firearms but doesn't require listing. Check with your agent to see how much they cover. Good luck.

[dracorpio]

Hey I just bought an H&R 22 and I was wondering what info you could give me, like what it's worth and the year. The serial is AC65203. Thanks

[jamesjo]

AC = 1966
Value all depends on condition.
Maybe around $ 350 + NIB, and down from there.

[dracorpio]

To me, it looks almost perfect, all blued except for the hammer, low wobble on the cylinder, and after a through cleaning, it should look brand new.

[Old Gun Guy]

Hello!
Can anyone tell me how many different configurations of .22 cylinders were made during the life-span of the model 999, and if possible when each change was made? Bill, I sure miss you!
Thank you!
Old Gun Guy

[Jim Hauff]

Old Gun Guy,
Answering your question will take some hands on research - Bill doesn't have this info in his research and I will need to examine my examples to see differences. This will take some time to accomplish - too many other loose ends right now. If I don't respond within a few days - bounce this back up to the top to remind me.