Ljungman AG-42 / AG-42B self-loading rifle (Sweden)
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tactical870
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There were a couple at the last Switzers auction..... Kinda cool looking but only brought in the $200 range each. I talked to the guy who owned the last one (item number 4266) and he was only selling it due to major heart problems. He'd carried it in the military (I never asked for what country) and said it had accounted for a number of kills.... Non restricted here....
Swedish designed rifle based on a direct-gas impingement system (like the AR-15) made in the mid 40s. Chambered in 6.5x55SE and is considered one of the most accurate semi-auto rifles of the era. They're non-restricted in Canada and run generally in the $300 range.
The AG-42 never served in any wars.
I also understand they have an action that can hold a nasty surprise for those not familiar with it. From what I understand, the bolt is opened by sliding the receiver cover forward, and then pulling it back, which opens the bolt.
From what I heard, the nasty surprise is where if you pull the bolt open with the safety on, it will hold the bolt open, but without locking it back, so if you are fiddling with the action, the bolt could come forward and hammer your fingers in a way that makes Garand Thumb look like a minor injury in comparison.
Don't let that scare you out of the ljungmann. Both the Ag42 and its 7.92x57 mauser descendent, the Hakim are both nice rifles that are supposed to be very nice to shoot.
I also like the wood stock with the 10-round protruding magazine appearance of the Ljungmann, and other rifles like the SVT 40, FN 49 and Kar 43.
From what I heard, the nasty surprise is where if you pull the bolt open with the safety on, it will hold the bolt open, but without locking it back, so if you are fiddling with the action, the bolt could come forward and hammer your fingers in a way that makes Garand Thumb look like a minor injury in comparison.
Don't let that scare you out of the ljungmann. Both the Ag42 and its 7.92x57 mauser descendent, the Hakim are both nice rifles that are supposed to be very nice to shoot.
I also like the wood stock with the 10-round protruding magazine appearance of the Ljungmann, and other rifles like the SVT 40, FN 49 and Kar 43.
they are very ammo sensitive some commercial ammo has to slow of a powder burn rate and the action will try to extract the shell too early tearing the rim of the casing or breaking the extractor . reloading is a must use powder with a medium burn rate but surplus swed ammo is good and i heard Prvi partizan works. these rifles are cool they throw brass 30 feet its something to see but watch your fingers in the action it will take your finger clean off it will make M1 thumb look like a hangnail lol
While technically not a war, Sweden did fight in the Congo in the '60's. The UN "peacekeeping" mission actually got rather hot. In fact, the Swedes developed a new 9mm round based on their experiences with the "Swedish K" SMG in thick bush. Not sure if the Swdish version of the G-3 was in service then or not. If not, then it is technically posible for an AG-42 to have seen combat use.
I shot a lot of Norma Match ammo through mine and never had a problem. It was approx 140 grains (they measure in grams, so that's not exact). Also shot Prvi Partisan and it worked fine. Shot some Imperial 160's. Only ammo that ever gave me grief was the Swedish ammo that has a nickel plated or chromed bullet. Some rounds would stick in the chamber. It seemed to be really hot loaded ammo.
The sights are cool, and you can remove the elevation knob and flip it to get elevations for the 160 grain ammo. If you can get one of these rifles in good shape, its worth having. Magazines are pretty much one to the rifle, and spares are costly. These rifles were very common surplus back in the 80's and came with a kit with some tools and spare firing pin and extractors.
The sights are cool, and you can remove the elevation knob and flip it to get elevations for the 160 grain ammo. If you can get one of these rifles in good shape, its worth having. Magazines are pretty much one to the rifle, and spares are costly. These rifles were very common surplus back in the 80's and came with a kit with some tools and spare firing pin and extractors.
Brutus
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From what I've read the Swedish G3A3 (Ak4) was not made/adopted until 1965 or so.
Trivia: The present issue service rifle is a modified FN FNC, aptly called the Ak5. I am unsure when this FNC, became standard issue to the Swedish army.
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The Hakim was a licence built AG42B. After Egypt became cozy with the russians they made the Rasheed to use russian 7.62x39 ammo.
Any time I have seen aAG42 at the gun store, the action is always open. Apparently the "trigger snappers" can't figure out how to close it.
Any time I have seen aAG42 at the gun store, the action is always open. Apparently the "trigger snappers" can't figure out how to close it.
My best friend has one. Its alot of fun to shoot and is quite accurate. Epps had a couple really nice ones last week for 350$. Very nice rifles indeed. The action is tricky at first, but its easy to get used to. Non-restricted.
Brutus
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Only if it has been pinned to a 5 round limit.
There are other exemptions, but AFAIK the Ag-42b is not one of them.
Ag42b swedish semi auto
I have two 42s and would not part with them, I find them to be as accurate as todays S/As. They will shoot as well or in most cases better than the Garands. As far as take down for cleaning, quick and simple.
Enjoy Bill
I have two 42s and would not part with them, I find them to be as accurate as todays S/As. They will shoot as well or in most cases better than the Garands. As far as take down for cleaning, quick and simple.
Enjoy Bill
