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Asking $650 (or best offer). Up for sale is a lot of 2,235 rds (+/-) early 60s 8mm (180gr, some brass, some copper washed steel). It was marketed and sold by Centerfire Systems back in Oct 2020 as 8mm Czech. I have since been told it’s actually Bulgarian (not sure). I paid .23cpr. According to the inflation calculator that would be .29cpr today. If you want to fire it it’s actually comparably accurate to what I consider some of my best other 8mm milsurp through my scoped Mausers. I was getting about about 2” +/- groups through scoped Yugo M48 and M24/47. BUT this ammo is 80% click-bang (short hang-fires). I gave my reloader buddy a bunch to pull and reload bullets with its powder into once fired 8mm brass. All fired fine so powder is fine but you’d have to make your best guesses about how to work up reloads for yourself since there’s no telling what the specs of this powder is. FTF sale and willing to meet within an hour of Nashville. Please PM or email me at “kmadATneylexDOTcom” or text/call 615-three zero six-4472

Bolt guns for a traditional baffled can would be RPR in .308, RAR in x39, possibly looking at a .223 bolt gun as well. None in 8mm.

Thanks for the feedback. I looked at the Silencerco Omega 300. Description says : It ships with a 5/8×24 Bravo Direct Thread Mount, Bravo Basic Tool, Bravo Multi Tool, and a .30 cal Bravo Anchor Brake. That's good but is it Hub adapter compatible?

I bought a HUXWRX Flow Range 36 Ti ( as my 1st can) and am enjoying it. My goal was to get something that would be able to go on a couple 8mm guns (M76, M49) . I actually found a guy that makes a direct thread Hub adapter that will allow fixation to an M76 Flash Hider (here soon). 1) I’ve been looking for direct to Hub thread adapters to go on some AKs i.e. ComBloc 14x1LH barrels (M77, M70B1, VZ2008, Dracos, others). But have only found a few so far. I would have thought many would be available out there. I may eventually invest in FH to Hub adapters to quickly swap but that stuff really adds up at what I feel are pretty ridiculous prices per rifle (for what should be low dollar adapters). Yea I understand adding a KNS piston may be indicated. For M76/M77 there’s a guy that makes finer adjust gas adjust piston-cups. As far as non-concentric issues, well, I’m hoping the 36ti diameter will be generous enough so as not to fear probs on 30cal barrels. HUXWRX is pretty vague about what they “approve”. Any of these GTG? https://www.eccomachine.net/product/direct-thread-mounts/ https://charliescustomclones.com/energetic-armament-direct-thread-mount-for-vox-m14x1-6h-lh/ https://yhm.net/suppressor-accessories/hub-direct-thread-mount-system-yhm-2189/ https://www.opticsplanet.com/rearden-mfg-direct-thread-1-2-28-suppressor-adapter.html?_iv_code=66B-MD1-RDT1SA2-10175 2) I do want to get another traditional baffled can specific for use on my bolt guns (RPR in .308, RAR in x39, possibly looking at a .223 bolt gun as well). None in 8mm. What would be the best out there nowadays? Since backpressure is not a concern is there much difference? How to identify what’s out “there” on the interwebs? 3) I can’t help but wonder, since the Hearing Protection (or SHUSH) Act is basically part of Elon’s (err umm Donald’s) beloved Big Beautiful Bill and has a good chance of maintaining through the Senate, Are we all waiting for it to clear/pass? Of course, if it does there will be a massive run on suppressors and back orders will go through the roof for maybe a year before things settle down, new players hop into the market and, I would assume, prices plummet . IOW are you waiting ?

Sold

Y'all are making me second guess selling this thing. I'm actually a 20th century battle rifle / milsurp guy so this really isn't in my wheelhouse as a range plinker.

Actually, last year I could have sworn I found a couple boxes of 35 REM but I looked everywhere last weekend when I posted this for an option to include but can't find it. Might be buried in a unlabeled ammo can. I'll take another look this weekend. I'd offer it at well below Market price if I can find it.

I was asked to provide pictures of buttstock without the leather cheek riser. Virtually spotless with the exception of a tiny white scratch on the left side that could probably be buffed out.

$800 FTF (Sold) · “JM” stamped · VG Condition · Excellent Bore with sharp lands (probably around 50+rds fired by me) · Includes 4x32 Tasco Scope (Japanese made) clear glass (blemish on rear housing bell) · 95%+ Bluing (slight blemishes on bluing at base of barrel on right side) · Light scratches on right of handguard · Light scratch on bottom of pistol grip This is a serious varmint to large game lever action rifle with excellent accuracy. My 1st rifle, I bought this used from a buddy in 1986. He only ever sighted it in an took it hunting one time. We took it to the range once in the late 80s. Ten years ago, I took it out to check zero and fire a couple boxes of ammo. I could reliably hit 100, 200 and 300yd 12” steel plates. In total I’ve probably fired four boxes of ammo out of it. Ruger purchased Marline and recently restarted production initially announcing MSRP @ $1,279 and availability in 30-30 and 35 Rem but it doesn’t look like the 35 Rem is going to be offered after all. 1st "I'll take it" is awarded. PM with any questions. Face To Face, cash transaction at a public location preferred. Willing to meet within 50+ miles of Nashville, TN. If shipping the buyer will send cashiers check or money order that must clear before shipping. Add actual shipping charges to your FFL. Sale is for rifle “as is” and I offer no warranty with regards to operation of rifle or scope.

Unless there were some significant sentimental value or a family heirloom I just can see putting the effort and expense into such a restoration. Wouldn't you rather have a nice (as put into storage in the 60s, since unfired) 1944 Izhevsk PU Sniper ? Ping me if interested.

I think he's made it pretty clear nothing has happened in six years and that it's actually more rusty sitting in its original box than when he 1st got it. Maybe there's learning happening via others stumbling onto this necro-thread but I bear no witness to any skills under development by the OP. Now would be a great time for a "beating a dead horse" emoji.

Well, dude, it's been SIX years now.

The Magwedge is a terrific option. Have one on my SKS-D https://www.magwedge.com/product/magwedge-sks-kwikrail-gen-4/

Wish I could post pictures of it but this forum won't let me upload any more.

Right, per the thread , if you read it. I did not DnT it.

I got to imagine it's like being a guitar amp repair tech. Think of all the non-pro wankers you got to deal with. It's no wonder they're all potheads (guitar amp repair guys that is)

He's still coming in and working from time to time (saw him a few weeks ago) but the new guy seems to firmly be at the reigns

Printed this grp today with her on 200gr PPU Match

The guy, Ted, who took over Sam Hosters shop in Gallatin took care of it for me.

Well this was interesting. I know little to nothing about reloading. My buddy was able to conjure up 10 rounds for me that we fired at the range today. He noted that the powder contents per round was very inconsistent. Averaged about 42 grains with up to a 2-grain difference between all. Against 1950s Yugo the elevation was about the same but groups moved 4-6 inches to the right. It always perplexed me how different ammo could group left to right . I would typically think it understandable to see elevation and groups size variations but windage differences ? I’m sure someone smarter than me can explain but perhaps, I think, related to barrel harmonics reacting differently to bullet weight and charge strength causing barrels to whip in any number of directions depending upon pressure points and the like. Anyway, here’s something interesting to have observed. He reloaded pulled bullets and powder into once-fired commercial PPU brass. We had one complete neck separation and several cracks along the base of the necks. The Bulgy bullets are magnetic as were the copper washed casings from which they were pulled. Might there have been something improper in his loads. Steel core bullets in brass a no-no? BTW we did fire several of the original primed cases and they just sort of puffed some smoke with a sizzle. No actual pop/bangs. So, if there was some debate about whether the primers were bad vs. the powder it’s safe to say powder was fine and the primers are rotten/too week to ignite powder.

Yea, someone would need to see the scope + mount on the receiver to know the geometry involved

I'll check him out. Do you know if he drill and taps receivers as well? Trying to avoid shipping the whole gun that's why I was hoping for someone local.

I've got a Mauser M48 bolt body that needs to have it's handle turned a few more degrees down so it can clear a ZRAK scope and mounts setup. No idea who does this and I'm not looking for some boutique hunting rifle gunsmith just a heat and bend a scooch. I'm just north of Nashville.

Some of you may have already seen my older and recent posts about “My 54r Vepr Woes” as well as chapter II. If you think I’m a whiner or ignorant, well, so be it, but bedtime reading if bored (and I’m still open to suggestions). Here, I’m only just coming to epiphanies, perhaps a decade late. I’m honestly wondering what the craze was around these back in the day. Obviously substantial enough and volume on the market for the likes of CSSpecs and others that invested in accessory projects for em. This is specifically a discussion surrounding my late, 20.5”, 54r, single stack variant. I was drawn in by all the praise and chatter, great, thicker, accurate barrels and just had to have one before it was “too late” (and now, it apparently is). I paid about $840 which, I felt, was a lot at the time. Mine is from the last batch that Atlantic was selling with the front site at the end of the barrel (not at the gas block). A guy named Blaine Bunting (very polite) from Atlantic who was “working” the forums, hand-held me through the purchase as they were just coming in and lots of follow up emails asking what I thought and was I satisfied, etc. In fact, it was above and beyond, great pre/post customer support (AAA+ there) for a single end-user. I didn’t really say so, partly b/c I was pretty “green” at the time (still am?) and it took so long to run it through its paces with glass but, from the day I opened the box I was somewhat disappointed. I immediately noticed the less-than hardware of the action (bolt/carrier group and piston) all being smaller/thinner/lighter compared to a standard x39 AKM action which I thought strange considering the larger 54r caliber. At the time I did get it out to the range immediately for function test on a HOT summer day. After a few boxes of ammo, I was sweating quite a bit and noticed right away that the finish on the factory walnut, thumbhole, buttstock was blistering. I parked it in the back of the safe and took a couple years before I picked up the IWD stock set, RSRegulate mount, rings, glass, mags, etc. While the IWD stock set is gorgeous (owner a great guy but RIP) I was really disappointed to lose that major fastening point through the pistol grip into the receiver leaving only two wood screws to connect, one from the inside of the rear of receiver and one through the rear tang. An attachment that easily loosened up over time and stripped the wood. I was able to have it filled and redrill the holes to secure (for now). What’s better about these over other 54r or battle rifle caliber AKMs? Russian, as-built”, 54r semi-auto (is it better – just because?) Decent rear sight with windage adjustment (okay, but I’m old and don’t shoot irons anymore) Thicker barrel profile that folks were acknowledging as major plus (no accuracy benefit I’m realizing at this point) What else? What’s not? Comparatively light for a “battle rifle” caliber (plus or minus?) Light action-hardware combined with being over gassed provides for violent recoil/impulse (at least mine) clearly necessitating a KNS piston. Throws spent cases up to 30’ Loss of pistol grip screw with the IWD stock (okay, not an original design flaw, rather, an IWD non-feature) Slant back receiver wi rear tang (fewer aftermarket stock options?) Original Thumbhole stock that can’t take a bit of sweat plus it’s just Monte Carlo ugly. Gas tube lever is so tight mine is practically mangled from just a few removals Stock trigger (mine) is horribly gritty and sticks (yea this can be polished or replaced) Barrel nut pinned and welded (plus/minus?). At least I could cut/remove to access standard threads so as to install a Tabuk-style flash hider Front handguard screws into a barrel collar (WTF !!! And why?) Did anyone consider how this affects barrel harmonics Single stack mag/receiver design (blech). Probably too much trouble to design and engineer a proper double stack mag for 54r Okay, so, this thing is a Russian built AKM pattern rifle (oooo aaaah) but, I think, an opportunistic/sporter construct in no way approximating anything close to a military quality product. It is now, I guess, a collectible as we’ll never see em again but what is/was the appeal? Yea, I have my personal accuracy issues with mine which REALLY grates me. I have a decent collection of 20th century battle rifles and carbines and nothing has given me such disappointment as this. At this point I’m wondering if I just cut losses and run or keep going. I haven’t done the math (yet) but likely matching or exceeding the original purchase price with all I’ve chosen to do to it: IWD Stock Tabuk flash hider Five CSSpecs mags RSRegulate scope mount ARMS #22 rings I won’t count the Trijicon AccuPoint scope as it’s a floater Stock repair for a weakness that will probably fail again, And now perhaps: a KNS piston which I’ll have to pay to have installed and will likely not help with accuracy, rather, simply keep it from shooting itself apart. A free float hand guard solution or replace the whole stock set? Trigger improvement or replacement. This is, relatively speaking, an increasingly expensive hobby and I’ve got some disposable income at this point in life. I pity younger guys getting into this today (a dying market I think). Back in “the day” I horded up a bit of corrosive, milsurp 54r @ $69ish/tin and was seeking additional rifle variants to enjoy my prudent, modest investment. Simply put I don’t mind spending money a bit at a time with a quality end in sight but this thing . . . . . ? In summary: Mine's seems to be a lemon in ways (maybe it’s not over yet). At the time I REALLY wish I went wi the .308 (double stack mags). And maybe they are a different story. I’ve never seen one nor a x39 version, but I'm pretty disenchanted with what I feel is this sloppy, cheap, light duty, non-military grade, opportunistic construct Molot spit out upon us. I think the Russian decision makers allowed them to come up with this clearly lesser-than-milspec, consumer product for the Western markets not really for hunter/sporting but the voracious, Combloc, wanna-have-a-Russian fanboys (like me).

There was no pulling the bullet with pliers and a vice. So unable to fire the primer . Cut the head off. Dry stick powder. The inside of the case and the bottom of the boat tail bullet is immaculate