First time out with my mosin was... interesting

[Kman303]

This is how a 105 pound girl shoots a Mosin. She is willing to give lessons on manliness for those who are deficient.

I like everything about this, I know a few people who could use mosin lessons, but If recoil is an issue, I recommend one of those little WZ 48 trainers from IRG.

Oh, and too many people complain about the carbines, lovely little guns.

 

[RobertMcC]

I never use a firing pin protrusion tool. I just line up the stake marks that in back of the bolt. Goes bang everytime. I just got a lil 91/59 with a 19" barrel, 60rds of heavy ball normally my limit. Want tenderized meat, not jello.

 

[EL34/6L6]

Well, a mention of recoil pads in a thread wouldn't be complete without a cliche post about someone's level of "manliness". So now that that's outta the way...

 

[Rifter]

I never use a firing pin protrusion tool. I just line up the stake marks that in back of the bolt. Goes bang everytime. I just got a lil 91/59 with a 19" barrel, 60rds of heavy ball normally my limit. Want tenderized meat, not jello.

That's what I did the first time, lined up the scribe marks, guess my gun has seen alot of use and the firing pin is warn down a bit cause it needed a half turn of adjustment. Makes sense though mine is a 1941 so im sure saw some WW2 usage.

 

[Rifter]

Well, a mention of recoil pads in a thread wouldn't be complete without a cliche post about someone's level of "manliness". So now that that's outta the way...

Shooting like the girl pictured or standing and shooting offhand wasn't an issue. But shooting off a makeshift rest and uphill so I was crouching down with the front of the rifle supported by the rest was a problem for sure.

 

[Kman303]

I never use a firing pin protrusion tool. I just line up the stake marks that in back of the bolt. Goes bang everytime. I just got a lil 91/59 with a 19" barrel, 60rds of heavy ball normally my limit. Want tenderized meat, not jello.

Nice find!

I admit carbines do have a little more felt recoil (1-2 Lbs according tho 7.62x54R.net), but they aren't close to Jungle carbines. I enjoy shooting my mosin carbines more than the 91/30 or my M91, and as a result I shoot more per session, and more often.

I'm guilty of handing someone an M44, and upon their asking "Does it kick hard?"...."Nope" (in comparison to what, right!?). After they finish shooting, and enjoying the balls of flame and handiness of the rifle, I like to point out that the carbines are renowned for recoil, and everyone just goes "oh really? it wasn't that bad!"

 

[mbogo3]

Taking it in the collarbone is different than,straight on in the shoulder on the level. The Jungle carbine #5's with the nice hard rubber butt does leave an impression on one.Harold

 

[Rifter]

Taking it in the collarbone is different than,straight on in the shoulder on the level. The Jungle carbine #5's with the nice hard rubber butt does leave an impression on one.Harold

yeah im going to find a flat spot to shoot this weekend, and try to avoid the uphill shots.

 

[RobertMcC]

Nice find!

I admit carbines do have a little more felt recoil (1-2 Lbs according tho 7.62x54R.net), but they aren't close to Jungle carbines. I enjoy shooting my mosin carbines more than the 91/30 or my M91, and as a result I shoot more per session, and more often.

I'm guilty of handing someone an M44, and upon their asking "Does it kick hard?"...."Nope" (in comparison to what, right!?). After they finish shooting, and enjoying the balls of flame and handiness of the rifle, I like to point out that the carbines are renowned for recoil, and everyone just goes "oh really? it wasn't that bad!"

Yeah dispite it being short barrel, it doesn't kick anywheres as hard as a No5 with the most rock hard buttpad. Actually sending a piece off to a buddy and should be almost done soon.

 

[shredder]

If recoil is a problem, I recommend going to WalMart and getting one of those Remington slip-on recoil pads they may have in the sporting goods section. I picked up two of them (one for the SVT and one for the M44 Mosin), not because I can't handle the recoil, but because they're an inexpensive way to add a little length to the buttstock. The stocks on Russian guns are usually too short for my preference, so for about 13 bucks I get a better-fitting stock and some recoil damping. What's not to like????

 

[RobertMcC]

Yup always gotta be that "your a pussy" and prove they're more manly guy in the group. Tell people that have 50 BMG to shoot w/o breaks. Yeah thought so. Those I normally ignore.

 

[6MT]

Yup always gotta be that "your a pussy" and prove they're more manly guy in the group. Tell people that have 50 BMG to shoot w/o breaks. Yeah thought so. Those I normally ignore.

there are a lot of d1cks on here.

 

[RobertMcC]

Sorry to derail. Yeah I love mine, its a tad on the bubba side. Just funny watching people eyes when I pull out this little carbine. Because they expect this long 27" barrel gun.

 

[Rifter]

Sorry to derail. Yeah I love mine, its a tad on the bubba side. Just funny watching people eyes when I pull out this little carbine. Because they expect this long 27" barrel gun.

No worries man im not the type to get upset over a thread derail, this is the internet afterall And you have been very helpful so thanks!

 

[EL34/6L6]

Thats frikin awsome

Its a real comfortable and tight setup.
I came up with using the caddy to conceal all the extra rubber the slip adds. Simple, convenient, practical.

 

[Josh Smith]

I prefer iron sights (of course.)

However, if you're stuck on a scout mount, the best I've seen is the new Brass Stacker Go Low Mount. It adjusts laterally to keep it centered with the bore.

I'll be using mine for ranges longer than 200 yards.

It is steel and feels quite high quality.

Regards,

Josh

 

[Rifter]

Got the scope mounted, hopefully it works out this time, but i can always go back to the irons i guess if all else fails.

 

[Rifter]

Ive even seen a new one from them that also bolts to the crossbolt, i would like to avoid spending that much money on a base if at all possible though.

I prefer iron sights (of course.)

However, if you're stuck on a scout mount, the best I've seen is the new Brass Stacker Go Low Mount. It adjusts laterally to keep it centered with the bore.

I'll be using mine for ranges longer than 200 yards.

It is steel and feels quite high quality.

Regards,

Josh

 

[Rifter]

So the locktite melted and the mount came loose. But before that it was shooting like a laser.

Also a half turn of the firing pin brought it into perfect adjustment, no fail to fires this time around, and no signs of pierced primers. Also the limb saver lives up to its name.

Probably going to look into a brass stacker mount now.... might as well have spent the cash to begin with, oh well lesson learned.

 

[Umka]

Rifter, I used to have very similar setup on 91/30. There is one more thing you can try - I had notch cut on dovetail for set screw, so everything was pretty stable. But to be honest I didn't like it much so I ended up selling my 91/30. Now I got m38 and only mods I did - extended front sight post with "J-B weld" epoxy and polished trigger. And I find a lot more fun learning to shoot it with open sights ;]

here is my "bubba" front sight

and here is 10 shot group at 100y with 2011 norinco ammo