H & R Arms 22 Revolver 7 Shot info

[hilljoe2]

I have a H & R Arms 22 Pistol, 7 shot, with a 9" barrel. It is marked on top with "HUNTER MODEL" the S/N is 128676. I'm looking for any info on this gun. Was it a safe gun to use, is there any specs I can get, and when was it made.

[b.goforth]

the hunter model chambered for 7 22 rimfire cartridges was manufactured between 1925 and 1929. for now this is the only dating i can give you. as they are serial number is the same range as the model 1906.

i believe if you measure your barrel from the muzzle to the fron of the cylinder it will be 10 inches, which was the standard barrel length of the hunter model. the hunter and the trapper (6 inch barrel) were variation of the H&R model 1906 double action revolver.

after 1929 a large frame hunter model with 10 inch barrel was introduced based on the model 922 and was chambered for 9 round of 22 rimfire cartridges.
bill

[skip1957]

Originally Posted by hilljoe2

I have a H & R Arms 22 Pistol, 7 shot, with a 9" barrel. It is marked on top with "HUNTER MODEL" the S/N is 128676. I'm looking for any info on this gun. Was it a safe gun to use, is there any specs I can get, and when was it made.

i fond a h&r 22 pistal it has a 7 shot clip a 4 inch octagone barrel does enybody know enything about it fond it in an old driveway still works just need some info on it thanks

[b.goforth]

H&R did not manufacture a 22 rimfire semi-auto with a clip. so i assume you are refering to a 7 round cylinder of a revolver. starting as early as 1883 H&R usually marked a model name on their revolvers. how is this one marked?
bill

[jodykceve]

Does anyone know where I can get information on taking apart this pistol. My trapper model trigger doesnot reset. Also any information on general features and spec.

Thanks, Aloha from Hawaii,
Bones

[gazzmann]

Try e-gunparts.com they might have a schmatic.
John

[jodykceve]

Thanks John I'll try e-gunpars.com

[bryan t]

hey guys
i was hoping i could find some info. an a simular gun
victor 22 cal r.f. - 7 shot with a 4 1/2" barrel-
h&r arms co. in mass. is the manufactor
it is a small handgun, but suprizingly acurate. my grandfather owned and i own it. looking for blue book value and also some parts, or any info. that is offered.

s.n. 112473
thank you

[b.goforth]

the exact production date of the victor double action revolver is unknown. this revolver serial number 112473 most likely dates to the late 1920's era.

VICTOR (BRAND NAME VERSION OF AMERICAN DOUBLE ACTION AND YOUNG AMERICA DOUBLE ACTION SERIES)--------1913-1936
Marked “VICTOR DOUBLE ACTION” and have a round barrel and unfluted cylinder, pull pin cylinder release, may have company name and Address marked on frame or bottom of the butt (not listed in any H&R catalogs)
LARGE SOLID FRAME .32 S&W Long 6 shot &.38 S&W 5 shot, 2½ inch or 4½ inch barrel lengths
MEDIUM SOLID FRAME DOUBLE ACTION .32 S&W 5 shot, 2 or 4 1/2 inch barrel lengths
SMALL SOLID FRAME DOUBLE ACTION.22RIMFIRE 7 shot 2 or 4 1/2 inch barrel lengths
VALUE: 100%=$195 60%=$50

bill

[jfriday]

I have an old H&R Arms Model 922 that was my grandfathers and was wondering how i can find out what it might be worth (ballpark). It is a 4" barrel with a 9 round cylinder and is in very good condition.

Thanks,

[b.goforth]

not without knowing the serial number and what model it may be.
bill

[jfriday]

Sorry. It is a model 922 and the serial# is M23725.

Thanks

[b.goforth]

H&R used the M letter code in 1952. which would make this revolver a first model seventh variation, the last year for this model. a new frame was introduced in 1953.

MODEL 922 DOUBLE ACTION FIRST MODEL
LARGE SOLID FRAME 22 RIMFIRE CALIBER ------------------------1927-1952
9 shot cylinder capacity, pull pin cylinder release, blue finish, 6 inch octagon barrel, two piece over size walnut grips saw handle shaped, marked with company name and address on top of barrel, right side of barrel H&R 922 and caliber on left side of barrel.
First Variation 1927-1930 serial number range 119600*-145000*(estimate)
Second Variation 1931 DIFFERENCE: new grip shape (saw handle shape eliminated) serial number range 145000*-160000*(estimate)
Third Variation 1932-1937 DIFFERENCE: new safety cylinder, serial number range 160000*-171000*(estimate)
Fourth Variation 1938-1939 DIFFERENCE; new grip frame and round barrel, serial number range 171000*-192000*(estimate)
Fifth Variation 1940- 1947 DIFFERENCE; same as 4th variation except letter code prefix to serial number A thru H
Sixth Variation 1948-1949 DIFFERENCE; a new barrel length, serial number letter codes I and J
Seventh Variation 1949-1952 DIFFERENCE; all-in-one cartridge extraction system, serial number letter codes J thru M
Eight Variation 1952 models for M922 Camper and M922 Bantam weight (see post 1953 models)
VALUE: 100%=$195 60%=$55 add 40% premium for 1st Variation and 20% premium for 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th Variations

bill

[jfriday]

Thank you so much for the information. I'm not sure about the "all-in-one cartridge extraction system" you mentioned. It has a pin that holds the cylinder and it appears to be what is used to eject used cartridges unless something is missing. Based on the fit of the cylinder in the frame, I don't see any room for much that might fit on the cylinder that could eject the shells. Assuming everything is in place, is it typically safe to shoot a gun this age? I'm also not sure about the type of 22 shell to use. Would it be short or long rifle? I took a long rifle and it fits in the chamber but not sure the gun is designed to handle the extra "umph".

Thanks,

[b.goforth]

the all in one extractor is built into the the cylinder. after removing the cylinder you then use the center pin to push all the fired cases out in one stroke of the center pin.

stay with 22 long rifle standard velocity or hi-speed ammo do not use any of the modern hyper velociity ammo.

bill

[jfriday]

That is soooo cool. I never saw the break in the metal so the middle of the cylinder could push out the back. It is amazing what you can find out when you Google things. Praise the Lord, I came across your thread. I greatly appreciate you sharing your wealth of knowledge with me. It is very kind of you. Thank you and God bless!

[Kath B.]

What can you tell me about my recent find? it's an H&R Model 922. Other than the company name, model number and Worcester, Mass. USA, the only other marks on the piece are "P 801" on the butt of the frame.

Thanks,
Kath

[b.goforth]

H&R use the P letter code in 1954. this is a second model.

MODEL 922 SECOND MODEL (FEATURES NEW FRAME)-------------1953-1961
Solid Frame, Double Action, Pull Pin Cylinder Release, Round & Square Butt, 22 Long Rifle Caliber, 9 shot, Blue Finish, Barrel Lengths 2 ½, 4 & 6 inches
VALUE: 100%=$195 60%=$85

MODEL 922 THIRD MODEL (TRANSFER BAR IGNITION) -----------1973-1979
Solid Frame, Double Action, Pull Pin Cylinder Release, Round & Square Butt, 22 Long Rifle Caliber, 9 shot, Blue Finish, Barrel Lengths 2½, 4 & 6 inches
VALUE: 100%=$200 60%=$95

bill

[kenna]

I have rcecntly aquired a 7 shot 22 cal revolver. It is an h&r top break 22 rim fire with nickel finish and a five inch barrel. The left side of the barrel has the markings 22 rim fire and the top of the barrel has harrington and richardson arms worcester,mass,usa serial #363594 is located under the grips. I would love to know anything I can about this gun.

[kenna]

Originally Posted by kenna

I have rcecntly aquired a 7 shot 22 cal revolver. It is an h&r top break 22 rim fire with nickel finish and a five inch barrel. The left side of the barrel has the markings 22 rim fire and the top of the barrel has harrington and richardson arms worcester,mass,usa serial #363594 is located under the grips. I would love to know anything I can about this gun.

[b.goforth]

this is most likely a second model Premier 4th or 5th variation

H&R PREMIER SECOND MODEL SMALL FRAME TOP BREAK
(R.F. & C.F.) ---------------------------------1905-1941
Small fame double action top break revolver with double top post barrel latch; calibers and cylinder capacity, 22 rimfire-7 rounds, 32 S&W, 5 rounds; automatic cylinder stop; standard finish Nickel with case harden hammer and barrel latch; standard barrel length 3 inches, with 2, 4, 5 and 6 inches available as optional;
HAS CALIBER MARKINGS ON LEFT SIDE OF BARREL WAS MANUFACTURED FOR SMOKELESS POWDER CARTRIDGE PRESSURES.
There has not been enough data gathered on serial number to try to come up with a serial number range for the different variations.
First Variation, model name & caliber marked on left side of barrel, patent dates 5-14-89, 4-2-95, 4-7-96--------1905-Only
Second Variation, model name & caliber marked on left side of barrel, patent dates 4-2-95, 4-7-96-----------1906-1908
Third Variation, caliber only marked on left side of barrel, patent date 10-8-95---------1909-1913
Fourth Variation, caliber only marked on left side of barrel, no patent date, state not spelled out in address (MASS)------------------1914-1915
Fifth Variation, caliber only marked on left side of barrel same as 4th except different font used in barrel markings--------------------1914-1915
Sixth Variation, caliber only marked on left side of barrel. State name in barrel marking spelled out (MASSACHUSETTS)----------1916-1924
Seventh Variation, new grip frame, there is no step down for the grip panels to fit into----------1925-1942
After 1930 listed in catalogs as; PREMIER No. 30 .22 Rimfire 7 shot and PREMIER No. 35.32 S&W 5 shot
VALUE: 100%=$265 60%=$75 Add 10% premium for blue finish; 20% premium 4”, 5” or 6” barrel; 20% premium for 22 rimfire caliber; 10% premium for 7th variation

bill

[mara]

i have a victor .22 cal rf the serial on the butt looks to be 67418, do you know anything about this gun???

[Guardian74]

I have a seven shot .22 short revolver that says Young American Double Action on the top it has a octagon shaped barrel it does not work right I need assembly And parts list to get in a working order.

[Jim Hauff]

Guardian,
Go here for a downloadable schematic and parts list:
http://www.gunpartscorp.com/catalog/...spx?catid=7978

[Jim Hauff]

Mara,
We have to start somewhere: Does your gun look like the one pictured below?