Remington 1 1/2 Rolling Block

[guest]

Looks like I just fell into a deal for a No. 1 1/2 RRB. What calibers was the 1 1/2 chambered for?

Thanks, Steve

[John Gyde]

Sorry to take so long. I just noticed your question. I usually stay in the post 98 section...

Anyway, the No. 1 1/2 was made in 22 S or L rf, 22 Extra-Long, 25-10, 25-20 cf, 32 long rf, 32 cf, 32-20 WCF, 32-30 Rem Spec, 38 Long rf, 38 WCF, & 44-40 WCF. There may have been even others. Barrels were available in 24", 26", 28" or 30".

John Gyde

[Guest]

Thanks John, I got the rifle yesterday and the barrel will need to be relined and the wood was sanded which I was unaware of. I got it at a fraction of its value so I won't complain. I may do a ground up restoration on this gun and keep it in .22. I do like the feel of it.

[John Gyde]

Good idea. I have a couple of 1 1/2s in 22. They are great shooters. I don't mean that they are a target rifle, but the weight & balance make a good combination for plinking. The no. 2 is another good choice if you ever find one.

John Gyde

[Guest]

Hi John, I do have a No.2 in 32/20. It is at the gunsmith having a liner put in the barrel. The bore was so bad that a 32 bullet would almost drop through the barrel. I should get it back the end of July, I hope.