TheCoachZed
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
I've had a Baikal IZH-18 in .223 for a couple of years, and not shot it much, due to life with kids. But due to a series of unfortunate circumstances, it's my only rifle I'd consider ready to take deer hunting this year, so I was toting it today.
Must say that for a budget gun, there are a few hinky things (the ugly gap between the barrel and the action hinge when locked up), but overall, it's a dream to carry. Receiver is nicely contoured on the bottom, like an old-school Win 94 but better. Light. There's no checkering on mine, but the forend is perfectly shaped for a decent grip. All in all, a very nice gun to carry through the woods!
Now I need to find one in .243 ...
Must say that for a budget gun, there are a few hinky things (the ugly gap between the barrel and the action hinge when locked up), but overall, it's a dream to carry. Receiver is nicely contoured on the bottom, like an old-school Win 94 but better. Light. There's no checkering on mine, but the forend is perfectly shaped for a decent grip. All in all, a very nice gun to carry through the woods!
Now I need to find one in .243 ...
