ATRS Modern hunter specs, pics and range reports

Someone on here used norinco in one with good accuracy he was trying to prove something to someone or something I remember reading it and it was funny at the time
 
The cheapest ammo that I have run is XM80-C. My rifle functioned flawlessly with this surplus ammo. It definitely did not obtain the same accuracy as some of the Hornady stuff that I have run though. No issues with light primer strikes.
 
That's exactly what I'm looking for. Something cheap for setting off Thundershot and plinking. I got Federal Gold Medal Match Sierra for accuracy and Barnes TSX for hunting.
 
Mine is ready to be picked up.. :)

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Picked up my rifle today and it feels very nice and looks great! One possible negative to the design is that it seems easy to get slapped by the charging handle if you have your left hand at the base of the fore grip or if you support the rifle by holding the magazine well but it seems like something that shouldn't be too hard to get used to, also the dust cover doesn't seem to be a big fan of the finish on the small part of the receiver that it makes contact with though that isn't a huge deal to me. I haven't shot it yet but am hoping to do some basic grouping tests on Sunday with a few different factory loads.

Some pictures of varying quality for your enjoyment

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Nice to have something made right here in AB!
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Size comparison to an SKS and a Marlin Guide Gun
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And some spare mags from Wolverine
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Picked up my rifle today and it feels very nice and looks great! One possible negative to the design is that it seems easy to get slapped by the charging handle if you have your left hand at the base of the fore grip or if you support the rifle by holding the magazine well but it seems like something that shouldn't be too hard to get used to, also the dust cover doesn't seem to be a big fan of the finish on the small part of the receiver that it makes contact with though that isn't a huge deal to me. I haven't shot it yet but am hoping to do some basic grouping tests on Sunday with a few different factory loads.

Some pictures of varying quality for your enjoyment

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IMG_1729_zps6mtj9uje.jpg


IMG_1726_zpsta9nt3b4.jpg


IMG_1725_zpslaxgpthe.jpg


IMG_1731_zpstg3jnmqa.jpg


IMG_1730_zpsf4awnmmc.jpg


IMG_1733_zpsinl7d81l.jpg


IMG_1734_zpsxkfy2nmr.jpg


IMG_1735_zpsmjn36oyx.jpg


IMG_1736_zps8otw5fdw.jpg


Nice to have something made right here in AB!
IMG_1737_zpsrsby3quq.jpg




IMG_1738_zps32dl8vh4.jpg


IMG_1739_zpsowcovjbp.jpg


Size comparison to an SKS and a Marlin Guide Gun
IMG_1741_zps6tz3md9c.jpg


And some spare mags from Wolverine
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Some really good photos!! Well done.

You are aware that the charge handle does not reciprocate? The charge handle is designed to only move when your hand in pulling it back to charge the rifle, then it gets locked in place until it is time to manually charge the rifle again.
It does not stay back when the bolt hold open engages, so I can't see any way your hand could be touched by the charge handle during shooting of the rifle.
 
Picked up my rifle today and it feels very nice and looks great! One possible negative to the design is that it seems easy to get slapped by the charging handle if you have your left hand at the base of the fore grip or if you support the rifle by holding the magazine well but it seems like something that shouldn't be too hard to get used to, also the dust cover doesn't seem to be a big fan of the finish on the small part of the receiver that it makes contact with though that isn't a huge deal to me. I haven't shot it yet but am hoping to do some basic grouping tests on Sunday with a few different factory loads.

Some pictures of varying quality for your enjoyment

IMG_1724_zpsdyn3xsdy.jpg


IMG_1729_zps6mtj9uje.jpg


IMG_1726_zpsta9nt3b4.jpg


IMG_1725_zpslaxgpthe.jpg


IMG_1731_zpstg3jnmqa.jpg


IMG_1730_zpsf4awnmmc.jpg


IMG_1733_zpsinl7d81l.jpg


IMG_1734_zpsxkfy2nmr.jpg


IMG_1735_zpsmjn36oyx.jpg


IMG_1736_zps8otw5fdw.jpg


Nice to have something made right here in AB!
IMG_1737_zpsrsby3quq.jpg




IMG_1738_zps32dl8vh4.jpg


IMG_1739_zpsowcovjbp.jpg


Size comparison to an SKS and a Marlin Guide Gun
IMG_1741_zps6tz3md9c.jpg


And some spare mags from Wolverine
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Thats a beautiful rifle! I just bought one last week. If you have not been to the range yet, dont be dissapointed if you have issues with some factory ammo. even match grade. Due to the incredibly tight chamber tolerances, I have found Hornady match ammo and others to show pressure signs, however Federal Gold Medal Match SMK seems to be the one that at least my rifle will shoot flawlessly. ~.375" -~.6" groups with this gun. Also, the steel Robinson Arms mag works reliably but the IMI plastic mags CAN be hit and miss. These are my experiences only and others may have different results.
Enjoy!!
You will be impressed with this rifle, just find the right load.
 
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