Some time ago I had posted here about a tactical/using rifle projest, a 94 Winchester in 30-30 for some hunting,some varmint control and as a WIHTF standby. Response was pretty good.
Well, I finally picked up my 30-30 from Guns R Us. This 94 is close to stock, with a Williams peep sight and hooded front, and sling swivels. While practically new, it's pre crossbar safety, which I regard as necessary as a parachute on a submarine.
Having gotten some interesting input here, I modified the piece as follows:
First, I sat in front of the TV and watched American Shooter, working the action in. After a coupla hundred reps, I used a little CLP to lube it. Action's not silky smooth yet, but closer.
Also,the forearm wood was relieved, and the bbl band also, to reduce pressure on the bbl. The mag screw at the muzzle was loosened until it just barely held the threads, same reason, and Loctited.
Range work will wait until it warms up, I can't take as much cold as I used to,but I've some ammo to test and zero with.
The first test on game will be late summer, when I do some herd control doe shooting at my friends lease. Meanwhile, I might hit a Practical course and see just how well it works as a "Scout" or E&E rifle.
I'll keep you posted, since plenty of folks semeed interested. Thanks...
Well, I finally picked up my 30-30 from Guns R Us. This 94 is close to stock, with a Williams peep sight and hooded front, and sling swivels. While practically new, it's pre crossbar safety, which I regard as necessary as a parachute on a submarine.
Having gotten some interesting input here, I modified the piece as follows:
First, I sat in front of the TV and watched American Shooter, working the action in. After a coupla hundred reps, I used a little CLP to lube it. Action's not silky smooth yet, but closer.
Also,the forearm wood was relieved, and the bbl band also, to reduce pressure on the bbl. The mag screw at the muzzle was loosened until it just barely held the threads, same reason, and Loctited.
Range work will wait until it warms up, I can't take as much cold as I used to,but I've some ammo to test and zero with.
The first test on game will be late summer, when I do some herd control doe shooting at my friends lease. Meanwhile, I might hit a Practical course and see just how well it works as a "Scout" or E&E rifle.
I'll keep you posted, since plenty of folks semeed interested. Thanks...