HEYM FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the difference between the 89B Rifle and the 88B Rifle?

The 89B has:

A more British styled action (square back and straight sides), similar to a pre-war Webley & Scott.
A long trigger-guard that extends all the way down the grip to the steel grip cap
Disk-set (removable) strikers
A shorter, and more slender forend than the 88B
The comb of the stock more tapered (from front to back)
A more open grip than the 88B
A smaller (circumfrence) grip than the 88B
A safety design more similar to the old Webley & Scott

View our video that explains many of the differences

Should I choose the 89B Rifle or the 88B Rifle?

The 88B will continue to be less expensive than the 89B, as the 89B comes with more options and upgrades.
The 88B is still very popular and every bit as mechanically sound as the 89B, and it represents a great value too.

Who is the importer for Heym Rifles into South Africa?

OUTDOOR SAFARI is the Exclusive Importers for Heym South Africa
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What models of double rifles do HEYM export to South Africa?

HEYM Model 89B Double rifle

	Barrel:	66 cm Krupp Steel-Quality, Hammer-Forged, In-house
	Action:	A&D Boxlock with Triple lockup Purdey Double Unterbite with Greener Crossbold
	Safety:	Non-Automatic
	Triggers:	Front 1,7-1,8kg, Rear 1,9-2,1kg (articulated Front)
	Automatic Ejectors:	Standard on all HEYM Double Rifles
	Intercepting Sears:	Standard on all HEYM Double Rifles
	Stock:	Select Turkish Walnut
	Stock Dimension:	37 cm, classic stock with German Cheekprice, straight comb. Wood Class 3
	Weight:	4,5kg
	Available Calibers:	.450/400 N.E.; .450 N.E. 3,25; .470 N.E.; .500 N.E.
	Sights:	Additional Price NOBLEX sight III, (red dot) are mounted
	Engraving:	Additional Price Border Chain
		Additional Price Interchangeable Shot Gun Barrel 20/76

Why should I buy a Heym rifle?

German workmanship, accuracy, light weight, low recoil and best value for money.

Are there any famous Professional Hunters that use Heym rifles?

Both Ivan Carter and Mark Sullivan uses Heym double rifles.