Recently picked up a Mossberg 42M(c) and a Mossberg 146B T bolt. Both were in okay condition, but missing some parts.
The front stock on the 42 was a lighter colour than the rear. Had some pretty good scratches on it too.
Little gel paint remover, matched some Dark Walnut stain for the front, a few coats of Miniwax Antique Oil Finish.
Although it came with a s130 peep, it was missing the rear sight.
Big thx to headhunter2 for sending me one.
Both rifles had lost their front sight hoods. Without a cover to protect them, any little bump could damage the 4 different blades that you could choose.
Spent some time trying to source a couple hoods to no avail.
Thought I'd just make a couple. Found this in a pile of junk. Had the spring metal I was after plus it was close to the right diameter.
Got the dremel out, made a few cuts here and there for the locking tabs...and voila...had myself a couple of hoods.
Already had the 42 to the range...nice tight group at 30m.
Just hope the 146B has the same results.
The front stock on the 42 was a lighter colour than the rear. Had some pretty good scratches on it too.
Little gel paint remover, matched some Dark Walnut stain for the front, a few coats of Miniwax Antique Oil Finish.
Although it came with a s130 peep, it was missing the rear sight.
Big thx to headhunter2 for sending me one.
Both rifles had lost their front sight hoods. Without a cover to protect them, any little bump could damage the 4 different blades that you could choose.
Spent some time trying to source a couple hoods to no avail.
Thought I'd just make a couple. Found this in a pile of junk. Had the spring metal I was after plus it was close to the right diameter.
Got the dremel out, made a few cuts here and there for the locking tabs...and voila...had myself a couple of hoods.
Already had the 42 to the range...nice tight group at 30m.
Just hope the 146B has the same results.
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