I am going to be getting my father's 7.7 jap rifle that my grandfather brought back from WWII. I think it is one of the earlier production guns with the mum intact, monopod, sling, aircraft elevation sights, cleaning rod, bayonet and 5 original cartridges in a stripper clip. I want to turn this gun into a limited shooter and need to get her looked at by a smith to make sure she is operational order. What should it cost for a smith to look at her and let me know if the gun is in fine working order.
What can I do to know if the gun is in working order?
I have seen on the internet that I can buy 7.7 jap brass that was formed from 30-06 brass or .303 Brit brass. Is formed brass any good or should I shuck out the bucks for Norma 7.7 Jap brass? Does anyone here have any experience with reloading for this cartridge? Any help would be much appreciated.
boo586
TFL Alumnus
What can I do to know if the gun is in working order?
I have seen on the internet that I can buy 7.7 jap brass that was formed from 30-06 brass or .303 Brit brass. Is formed brass any good or should I shuck out the bucks for Norma 7.7 Jap brass? Does anyone here have any experience with reloading for this cartridge? Any help would be much appreciated.
boo586
TFL Alumnus