baikal 153 or 155?

[cosmic]

There is indeed an embargo - so new Baikals are getting harder to find. I have an MP-153, its proven to be very reliable. Swing weight is a bit wonky, as the barrel is quite heavy. I understand the MP-155 has a lighter barrel. f memory serves the MP-155 cannot accept 3.5 in shells, but the MP-153 can. Don't know if that's a step forward? (3.5 in shell capability is not an important consideration for me)

 

[WhiskeyWill]

There is indeed an embargo - so new Baikals are getting harder to find. I have an MP-153, its proven to be very reliable. Swing weight is a bit wonky, as the barrel is quite heavy. I understand the MP-155 has a lighter barrel. f memory serves the MP-155 cannot accept 3.5 in shells, but the MP-153 can. Don't know if that's a step forward? (3.5 in shell capability is not an important consideration for me)

No the 155 can handle 3.5

 

[redruns]

Forced a +2 Rem 870 tube on my 153 and now have a workhorse semi auto 8 shot capacity shotgun for 3 gun. Bought new at auction. Need to modify the bolt release button as it's quite firm to depress. Total investment so far around 550.

 

[Midnight Rider]

There is indeed an embargo - so new Baikals are getting harder to find. I have an MP-153, its proven to be very reliable. Swing weight is a bit wonky, as the barrel is quite heavy. I understand the MP-155 has a lighter barrel. f memory serves the MP-155 cannot accept 3.5 in shells, but the MP-153 can. Don't know if that's a step forward? (3.5 in shell capability is not an important consideration for me)

Are these firearms and parts no longer being brought into Canada ; I see where some dealers still have them listed . Maybe it is just old stock ?