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I wouldn't call 25yrs ago "vintage" but
- By Terry Cross
- Vintage Sniper Rifles
- 18 Replies
Ran across this photo today while looking for something else.
I never considered rifles that are only 25yrs old to be Vintage but after seeing some of the other threads in this sub-forum, I guess this counts.
Directly from the Way Back machine. This is me/KMW from November, 1999.
At the time, it was one of the biggest single jobs for me.
During this period, these type rifles and scopes were state of the art for Law Enforcement SWAT sniper deployment. Dig the SIMRAD mounting cleat.
Originally these were Remington Custom Shop 40X-repeaters in .308 Win. purchased by a Federal agency in the late 1980's.
My job was to re-machine/true all of the actions, clean up the triggers, surface grind recoil lugs then custom chamber and install Kriegers. Refinish had to be in matte black of course back then! It was a total of 40 rifles to be rebuilt, broken into two groups for this customer job.
Later, they cycled back through for new barrels again and McMillan A2 stocks.
I still have the test targets (3 groups from each rifle) and they were hammers!
Many of these rifles have rotated back through the KMW shop for re-barrels since then and a few are still in service but with different stocks. Most have been destroyed as they had new rifles built to take their place.
Rifles, scopes and non-gray hair have come a long way since then!
I never considered rifles that are only 25yrs old to be Vintage but after seeing some of the other threads in this sub-forum, I guess this counts.
Directly from the Way Back machine. This is me/KMW from November, 1999.
At the time, it was one of the biggest single jobs for me.
During this period, these type rifles and scopes were state of the art for Law Enforcement SWAT sniper deployment. Dig the SIMRAD mounting cleat.
Originally these were Remington Custom Shop 40X-repeaters in .308 Win. purchased by a Federal agency in the late 1980's.
My job was to re-machine/true all of the actions, clean up the triggers, surface grind recoil lugs then custom chamber and install Kriegers. Refinish had to be in matte black of course back then! It was a total of 40 rifles to be rebuilt, broken into two groups for this customer job.
Later, they cycled back through for new barrels again and McMillan A2 stocks.
I still have the test targets (3 groups from each rifle) and they were hammers!
Many of these rifles have rotated back through the KMW shop for re-barrels since then and a few are still in service but with different stocks. Most have been destroyed as they had new rifles built to take their place.
Rifles, scopes and non-gray hair have come a long way since then!
Night Vision Sig ECHO CV25 LWIR 640x512 Thermal Clip-On
- By smarcus
- Observation & Sighting Devices
- 61 Replies
Armscorp "M21" Marked M14 NM Semi-Automatic Rifle with ART II Scope
- By GunnyUSMC
- Vintage Sniper Rifles
- 14 Replies
Soooo.....
Many years ago as a young Marine, I remember my first M14 and it was love at first shot. I later became part of a small USMC sponsored shooting team (not the official USMC Rifle Team) and was issued a match M14 built by the USMC Rifle Team armorers. This rifle is what i first used to shoot 1000yd matches with only Iron Sights.
After more than 40 years, I have finally made the move to purchase a Armscorp "M21" Marked M14 NM Semi-Automatic Rifle with ART II Scope. In addition to this cool scope from the Viet Nam era, the barrel appears to be made by Krieger. I purchased it through the Rock Island Auction and am currently anxiously awaiting its delivery.
Can anyone point me to resources for training material on the ART II scope?
Many years ago as a young Marine, I remember my first M14 and it was love at first shot. I later became part of a small USMC sponsored shooting team (not the official USMC Rifle Team) and was issued a match M14 built by the USMC Rifle Team armorers. This rifle is what i first used to shoot 1000yd matches with only Iron Sights.
After more than 40 years, I have finally made the move to purchase a Armscorp "M21" Marked M14 NM Semi-Automatic Rifle with ART II Scope. In addition to this cool scope from the Viet Nam era, the barrel appears to be made by Krieger. I purchased it through the Rock Island Auction and am currently anxiously awaiting its delivery.
Can anyone point me to resources for training material on the ART II scope?
New CZ 457 24" 1.180 Match Barrel from L3i
- By Mark_Dorman
- All Things Rimfire
- 169 Replies
This popped up a few days ago and I realized it hasn't been shared here. L3i just came out with what might be the best deal on a aftermarket barrel for the CZ 457 (At least for NRL and PRS shooters). It is a 24 inch straight 1.180 profile barrel with a match chamber and target crown. They haven't officially said where the blank comes from, but based on the diameter there are only a few options- All of them being top tier barrel manufacturers.
The 1.180 barrel diameter is a huge deal for those looking for optimal balance on their CZ 457. Based on my calculations, the barrel should weigh around 7 lbs giving you an extra 3 lbs up front over a 20.5 inch MTR barrel. This means that almost any chassis or stock you fit this to will require little to no extra weight up front for balance.
They originally priced these at ~$550, but was told by @Thesepaperwings they were able to secure a better deal due to ordering the blanks in a larger batch with the barrels for their new Stinger Action. So the price right now is $329.00 + tax and $6 for shipping. I personally think the value is huge and already placed an order. They didn't say how long this pricing will be available, but it's definitely a good deal.
Obviously no testing data yet, but based on the quality of everything else I've seen/gotten from L3i, I'm confident it'll be great. I'll post results from ammo testing, balance, etc once it comes in.
The 1.180 barrel diameter is a huge deal for those looking for optimal balance on their CZ 457. Based on my calculations, the barrel should weigh around 7 lbs giving you an extra 3 lbs up front over a 20.5 inch MTR barrel. This means that almost any chassis or stock you fit this to will require little to no extra weight up front for balance.
They originally priced these at ~$550, but was told by @Thesepaperwings they were able to secure a better deal due to ordering the blanks in a larger batch with the barrels for their new Stinger Action. So the price right now is $329.00 + tax and $6 for shipping. I personally think the value is huge and already placed an order. They didn't say how long this pricing will be available, but it's definitely a good deal.
Obviously no testing data yet, but based on the quality of everything else I've seen/gotten from L3i, I'm confident it'll be great. I'll post results from ammo testing, balance, etc once it comes in.
Reloading Equipment Berger Hybrids 105 & 109 @ lower price
- By SFS_Customs
- Buy - Sell - Trade
- 0 Replies
Accessories Two Vets Recon V2 LS Inverted / 55mm Ball Head
- By eboggs
- Buy - Sell - Trade
- 3 Replies
Well,
This is back up. I had pulled the original ad as I was going to keep it, but just got confirmation my 2011 build is finished and I want to recoup some funds....
Having said that, its still just as lightly used as before, only set up twice on the range to sight in a few rifles.... However, my dumba** had it riding in the back seat of my truck, and it rubbed against a metal ammo can, and scratched (removed finish) on the Ball Head (as pictured) so I am knocking off some $$.
I do want to sell this, but I'm not desperate, so please no low-ball offers. I'm pretty firm on price.
Comes with 55mm ball head with Area 419 QD Arcalock.
$700 shipped CONUS... Paypal FF or Venmo preferred.
This is back up. I had pulled the original ad as I was going to keep it, but just got confirmation my 2011 build is finished and I want to recoup some funds....
Having said that, its still just as lightly used as before, only set up twice on the range to sight in a few rifles.... However, my dumba** had it riding in the back seat of my truck, and it rubbed against a metal ammo can, and scratched (removed finish) on the Ball Head (as pictured) so I am knocking off some $$.
I do want to sell this, but I'm not desperate, so please no low-ball offers. I'm pretty firm on price.
Comes with 55mm ball head with Area 419 QD Arcalock.
$700 shipped CONUS... Paypal FF or Venmo preferred.
SOLD WTS- Rare HK MSG90A1 w/ Schmidt Bender scope, the only one built by TSC Machine!
- By HIGHENDARMS
- Buy - Sell - Trade
- 3 Replies
