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  1. winchester1886

    Star Firestar Plus

    I'd like some opinions about a pistol I just purchased a 9mm firestar plus. I know that star doesn't make anything now so yes I know parts may be a problem.I purchased a Mod 43 in 1990 and I really liked it .I never had any problems with it.I only fired it just to familiarize myself with it. It...
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    Installing a new bushing in your 1911

    :eek: Have you ever thought that your bushing was just a little loose and you should install a new one ? I did and not being a real gunsmith I didn't know what I was getting into. I have a Ruger SR 1911 Commander,I ordered a Wilson match bushing. The description was that it needed minor fitting...
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    Hunting with a SKS

    I want to hunt a deer or a Hog with my SKS,but there is so many options on powders. I have 123 gr. Sierra SP bullet. If anyone has a good accurate load for their SKS I would love to have it.The powders that are availabile to me are Hodgdon,IMR.Alliant, Thank you !
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    SKS Rifles

    I would like to state my opinion on the SKS platform. I have owned Chinese,Russian, and now a Yugo 59/66. I have owned or used numerous weapons including the AK 47. I really like the SKS for several reasons.It is a simple weapon with a short stroke piston and very little recoil.It is very...
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    Ruger SR 1911

    I just ordered a Ruger 1911 model 6702. If you have one or have shot one I would love to read any reviews you might have.
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    TX. Hot blue

    I'm looking for a company that has a good reputation in Texas that I could contact about polishing and re-bluing my Mak. I thank you for any help that you may give me.:uhoh:
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    PA 63 need help !

    :banghead:I ordered a set of grips from Midway USA that are made by Femaru or Triple K. My problem is that the grips don't come with escutcheons or screw. The paper work states that you must remove the escutcheons from the old grips and install them in the new grips. Does anyone out there know...
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    Feg pa 63

    :confused:I just purchased a PA 63 and would love to hear pro's and con's. Cleaned pistol and mags now slide want stay back after last round is fired. I don't think they are well made. Pistol was shipped with 2 mags and 1 is trash. I fired a few rounds of Wolf FMJ wow recoil for sure. I'm not...
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    .310 or .311 diameter rifle bullets

    :banghead:(TX) Looking to purchase rifle bullets for 7.62X54 MN .310 or .311 dia. 180gr or 174gr. FMJ or SPBT. would buy 200 or 300 bullets. Jacketed only. Thanks !
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    Yugo M 48

    :uhoh:I just ordered a Yugo M48 in 8mm Mauser I have never owned one before. I would very much like your opinion if you have one.
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    Mosin Nagant Stripper clips

    :scrutiny: About a year ago I purchased 5 stripper clips for my 7.62x54 MN. I brought them home loaded 5 rounds in the clip I then inserted it into the rifle and using my thumb tried to force them down no luck. No matter what I tried it couldn't get them to go. Well I thought they sold me...
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    Mosin Nagant M38

    :confused:I just did a trigger job on my Mosin and it really is a improvement,but the leaf spring (trigger spring ) is so strong that it still takes a lot of pressure. I was told that I could grind the thickness down and make it lighter. I don't really like that idea. I don't think there is an...
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    Snake Charmer

    :confused:I have a friend that asked me if I could find a new stock for his 410ga. Snake Charmer. He had it broken the stock by accident and needed a replacement. I have looked every where. Does anyone know where I might be able to locate one Thanks.
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    Tokarev M70A

    Century Arms has imported a new Pistol made by Zastava Model M70A in 9x19.If anyone knows where a person may purchase one retail? They are supposed to sell for about $299.00
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    9X18 Makarov

    Can anyone tell me what Makarov magizines will not work in my Bulgarian Makarov?
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    7.62x54R

    :scrutiny:Just wanted to inform that I purchased some ammo brand name Hot Shot from Century Arms.It was a 150gr. soft point.I had several misfires and a couple that when the firing pin struck the primer there was a short delay before firing. I want buy anymore!It was made in Romania.
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    Cz 82

    ;) I just recently received a CZ 82 from JG Sales the cost was $229.00 and was I surprised.It looked as if it was unissued not a scratch on it.They also included a black holster and one 12 round mag.I didn't really need a 9X18 but I thought If it was issued to the Military and at a cost of...
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    Holster for CZ 82

    I have just purchased a CZ 82 and was wanting to know if holsters that fit the PPK will also fit the CZ 82?I'm mostly interested in CCW and any help would be appreciated.
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    Stripper Clip for 7.62x54R

    I have a Mod.38 Russian 7.62x54,and I really like the rifle.The other day I went into a gun shop and they had stripper clips for it for sale.I thought that would be a good item to have so I bought a few.When I got home I loaded up one with 5 rounds then tried to place the stripper clip into the...
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    Have you used Sierra 65gr SPBT .224

    I have a Savage M116 WW in 223 with a 3x9 scope. I bought it to hunt Coyote with.My friend has 150 acres that he leases to some deer hunter every fall,and during deer season when they field dress a deer they take the organs to a place near a fence row and dump them out. My friend asked if I...
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