I used to have an Inglis Hi-Power with the shoulder stock and proper belt hanger. Like an idiot, I sold it (many years ago) for what would now be a ridiculously low price. When I took it to the pistol club at the now defunct CFB Toronto, or to the range at CFB Boredom, it always generated a lot of interest and every one and their brother wanted to put a few rounds down range with it. It was very comfortable to shoot, surprisingly accurate, and more fun than a hooker who takes credit cards.
Is This Still (Or Was It Ever) A Viable Concept?
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gewehr76
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Stechkin APS uses same concept with stopping power of 9x18 mm it has 21 rd mag.
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jester3006
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The stock on the Mauser actually makes it quite easy to shoot and definitely shrinks the group. I shoot my Red 9 much better with the stock attached
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Hmpffff. I just tried that. I grabbed my HK 45 USP and held it up close where it would be with a shoulder stock on it...and those beautiful pistol sights turn into stinkers up close! There is a gap on both sides of the front sight big enough to see my girlfriend through...and your girlfriend too!!! I can't see that being conducive to accuracy but what do I know? I am doing good if I can remember to put my pants on in the morning...
I was seriously considering one of those Beretta Storm carbines awhile back and one of the fine fellas at Phoenix range had one out and let me fire a few rounds. It had a red dot sight, and I have glasses and I shake like a leaf if I don't drink enough sometimes...but my groups with that little carbine were no better than with my handgun! I have heard some old vets speak similarly about the M1 carbine...some of them figure you are better off with a pistol rather than a short carbine...and I dunno if I disagree with them or not! I really don't have much experience with carbines...but back in the day I was a semi-respectable authority on pistolcraft. It seems to me that if you do your homework with pistols and master it...there is little to be gained from a carbine.
I suppose for me personally I can do without a carbine...but I sure like the concept and would have more fun with one of those than a barrel of monkeys...
I was seriously considering one of those Beretta Storm carbines awhile back and one of the fine fellas at Phoenix range had one out and let me fire a few rounds. It had a red dot sight, and I have glasses and I shake like a leaf if I don't drink enough sometimes...but my groups with that little carbine were no better than with my handgun! I have heard some old vets speak similarly about the M1 carbine...some of them figure you are better off with a pistol rather than a short carbine...and I dunno if I disagree with them or not! I really don't have much experience with carbines...but back in the day I was a semi-respectable authority on pistolcraft. It seems to me that if you do your homework with pistols and master it...there is little to be gained from a carbine.
I suppose for me personally I can do without a carbine...but I sure like the concept and would have more fun with one of those than a barrel of monkeys...
The O.C. *Original Carbines
Your right....there is a certain allure to them isn't there?
Imagine a time when the Titanic has just sank....the roaring 20's were about to start......and life was very different
They are surprisingly controllable and accurate.
I liken firing items such as these to being placed in a time machine. When craftsmanship was paramount....and semi automatic technology was still very young.
Its like driving a vintage muscle car.
They gobble gas and you feel every bump in the pavement, but few things can duplicate the experience of getting behind the wheel of a car that REALLY puts you in touch with the road
If you haven't tried one yet...don't pass if someone offers.
Oh and for those that think the Mauser looks to be horribly ungainly....I can tell you that they balance surprisingly well.
as for the Luger.....well for those of you that have one already know, it feels like your pointing your finger.
Your right....there is a certain allure to them isn't there?
Imagine a time when the Titanic has just sank....the roaring 20's were about to start......and life was very different
They are surprisingly controllable and accurate.
I liken firing items such as these to being placed in a time machine. When craftsmanship was paramount....and semi automatic technology was still very young.
Its like driving a vintage muscle car.
They gobble gas and you feel every bump in the pavement, but few things can duplicate the experience of getting behind the wheel of a car that REALLY puts you in touch with the road
If you haven't tried one yet...don't pass if someone offers.
Oh and for those that think the Mauser looks to be horribly ungainly....I can tell you that they balance surprisingly well.
as for the Luger.....well for those of you that have one already know, it feels like your pointing your finger.
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- Aaaaaadmontin AB
Hey Jack...what is that brass thing in between the pistols. I don't know what it is except that I want it!
The brass is 7.62x25 tokarov. I download it to 7.63 mauser pressures and use Hornady .308 xtp projectiles.
Shes a tackdriver despite being 100 years old. they both are!
As for the trench lighter.....believe it or not....it was a gift from a dear old friend who had no idea what it was.
I knew it was a WW1 era item. But that was about it.
Shes a tackdriver despite being 100 years old.
they both are!As for the trench lighter.....believe it or not....it was a gift from a dear old friend who had no idea what it was.
I knew it was a WW1 era item. But that was about it.
