SVT40 spare parts

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Now that I have an SVT40, I'm wondering about getting spare parts while they are still available. I figure the recoil springs, connector, and guide, especially the guide and rear spring, are easy enough to lose and/or screw up; the gas system parts (piston, cup, regulator) are vulnerable to incomplete cleaning and maybe loss; and the extractor, spring, and plunger on general principles. I'd like to get another magazine but can't justify the expense right now. Does anyone have any suggestions for other bits subject to wear, failure, and/or loss-on-disassembly that I should consider? What about sources besides Nurmrich that actually have much in stock?

Thanks,
Joel
 
I've dealt with Bill Berg in Oregon for recoil springs and a stainless gas piston and cup. I was very impressed with quality, and Bill had no issues shipping to me. Saved the originals in case of emergency.

www dot ppsh41.com/SVTitems.html
 
Dark Alley Dan said:
I've dealt with Bill Berg in Oregon for recoil springs and a stainless gas piston and cup. I was very impressed with quality, and Bill had no issues shipping to me. Saved the originals in case of emergency.

www dot ppsh41.com/SVTitems.html
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I understand the purpose of stainless steel piston and cup to help with corrosion, but it doesn't appear to come with a stainless steel regulator. So, you would still need to thoroughly clean the regulator after firing corrosive ammunition, which requires removing the piston and cup anyway?

What is the recoil spring set for? I've never fired an SVT-40 that failed to go into battery unless the gas setting wasn't high enough which causes the spent casing to rechamber before ejection.
 
You are far better off to pick up another SVT for spares. By the time you buy the bits and pieces, you might have sunk in almost as much as the rifle. And yes, you still need to clean the regulator and gas block.
 
I too would like some parts.. Bolt cover,upper and lower piston covers…
My piston covers where half blued and painted over rusted metal… bolt cover came with a dent in it.
 
bp2626 said:
I understand the purpose of stainless steel piston and cup to help with corrosion, but it doesn't appear to come with a stainless steel regulator. So, you would still need to thoroughly clean the regulator after firing corrosive ammunition, which requires removing the piston and cup anyway?

What is the recoil spring set for? I've never fired an SVT-40 that failed to go into battery unless the gas setting wasn't high enough which causes the spent casing to rechamber before ejection.
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That is a VERY good point I hadn't considered. Reckon I'd better tear old Natasha down on the weekend and scrub the regulator & gas block out. Thanks for the reminder. :)

I believe Mr. Berg's contention is that fresh springs will be good replacements for old, possibly worn out springs. I found the action was definitely more "assertive" with the new springs. Dunno if it was anything like necessary, but it seemed a reasonable expenditure at the time.
 
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