Greetings! This is my first post here, and, hopefully not my last.
I purchased a Gibbs Jungle Carbine:
http://www.gibbsrifle.com/historical_remakes_.html
and, since I'm former Military as well as a "history buff", this rifle was a great find. The only difference between the rifle in that link and what I have is the fact that the exposed metal surfaces appear to be coated in a nickel-type coating; otherwise, it is pretty obvious that this rifle was pretty much a "refurbed" WWII relic. It has all the original stampings and markings, and has the flip up ghost ring sight on it. It also has the original flashhider along with what looks like a compensator cut into the rear of the flashhider , obstensively to reduce recoil.
I have an opportunity to fire about 100 rounds through it, with a mix of commercial and military surplus ammo, and, even with the built-in compensator, recoil is a bit on the unpleasant side. I would liken it to firing a 30-06 in a small carbine. My question(s) involve ammo and accesories for this rifle:
Does anyone know where I can pick up a decent amount of surplus ammo relatively cheap? Realize that, because I live in the "Peoples republic of Mass", I cant order ammo through the mail (or even a damn Swiss army knife or a bunch of other items, but I digress). The only place I've been able to find ammo is at Cabelas and at a local Gun Store, but, their supply is limited. And, where can I find a Mark 4 scope mount or other accessories for this rifle?
I would like to take this hunting in upstate NY or VT, so, a scope would be helpful, but, not necessary.
I purchased a Gibbs Jungle Carbine:
http://www.gibbsrifle.com/historical_remakes_.html
and, since I'm former Military as well as a "history buff", this rifle was a great find. The only difference between the rifle in that link and what I have is the fact that the exposed metal surfaces appear to be coated in a nickel-type coating; otherwise, it is pretty obvious that this rifle was pretty much a "refurbed" WWII relic. It has all the original stampings and markings, and has the flip up ghost ring sight on it. It also has the original flashhider along with what looks like a compensator cut into the rear of the flashhider , obstensively to reduce recoil.
I have an opportunity to fire about 100 rounds through it, with a mix of commercial and military surplus ammo, and, even with the built-in compensator, recoil is a bit on the unpleasant side. I would liken it to firing a 30-06 in a small carbine. My question(s) involve ammo and accesories for this rifle:
Does anyone know where I can pick up a decent amount of surplus ammo relatively cheap? Realize that, because I live in the "Peoples republic of Mass", I cant order ammo through the mail (or even a damn Swiss army knife or a bunch of other items, but I digress). The only place I've been able to find ammo is at Cabelas and at a local Gun Store, but, their supply is limited. And, where can I find a Mark 4 scope mount or other accessories for this rifle?
I would like to take this hunting in upstate NY or VT, so, a scope would be helpful, but, not necessary.