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Post by CXM on Jul 11, 2017 17:05:24 GMT -5
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Post by Carolinaman on Jul 11, 2017 17:26:38 GMT -5
Hello Chuck,
It is a very interesting pistol and I am a solid fan of the 7.62 x 25 cartridge. High velocity and light recoil! I doubt we will see any on this side of the "pond".
Chris
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Post by jaypee on Jul 11, 2017 17:36:29 GMT -5
Very interesting indeed. I've often felt that if someone took the later Yugo Zastava TT's and put some real quality finish work into them, including mags, they'd sell like hotcakes, especially the compact M88 model.
It strikes me somewhat like an attempt to make an updated version of the TT for low cost military use - Hump and bump sights, single action firing system, single stack magazine, and so on. Not to mention the fact that it uses the same trigger, slide stop arrangement, and barrel bushing as the TT. Simple to build, low development costs, easy to repair, serviceable in the field, I can see how cash-strapped countries might just jump at such a pistol. with some investment castings and modern CNC equipment they could prolly crank these OPLOT things out like Snickers bars - and for not much more money.
JayPee
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Post by Slav on Jul 12, 2017 8:27:10 GMT -5
Can't see this gun used as self defense gun. The round is just not meant for this. Too much penetration. Wasn't able to find any hollow points in 7,62x25. Would be nice range toy though.
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Post by craig on Aug 26, 2017 10:35:07 GMT -5
Can't see this gun used as self defense gun. The round is just not meant for this. Too much penetration. Wasn't able to find any hollow points in 7,62x25. Would be nice range toy though. FYI: Sportsmans Guide sold a 7.62 x 25 "Hollow Point Making Kit" consisting of a cartridge holding jig with a special drill bit - to be used in a drill press. I was not at all tempted to try this out. The standard 7.62 x 25 could be considered ideal for road rage defense. I personally enjoy the pyrotechnic display shooting at twilight. |
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Post by craig on Sept 20, 2017 10:00:36 GMT -5
I find some of the Drago - Krinkovs, & semi auto Ex-Sub machine gun "PISTOLS" to be interesting. A few years ago I picked up a 9mm Sterling pistol, & a PPSH 43C in 7.62x25 by Pioneer Arms in Poland. I liked, & have kept the PPSH 43C. I mounted a Laser under the barrel for low light sighting. it has proved reliable & enjoyable to shoot.
UPDATE: In December 2017 I traded off the PPSH 43C for something I wanted more (for Christmas). It was reliable, but something I never used much. Also a chore to clean after firing corrosive surplus ammo. It would have been a lot more attractive as an SBR. |
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Post by craig on Nov 16, 2017 11:53:11 GMT -5
Very interesting indeed. I've often felt that if someone took the later Yugo Zastava TT's and put some real quality finish work into them, including mags, they'd sell like hotcakes, especially the compact M88 model. It strikes me somewhat like an attempt to make an updated version of the TT for low cost military use - Hump and bump sights, single action firing system, single stack magazine, and so on. Not to mention the fact that it uses the same trigger, slide stop arrangement, and barrel bushing as the TT. Simple to build, low development costs, easy to repair, serviceable in the field, I can see how cash-strapped countries might just jump at such a pistol. with some investment castings and modern CNC equipment they could prolly crank these OPLOT things out like Snickers bars - and for not much more money. JayPee Here is a photo of the Zastava M88A, a 9mm compact Tokarev, also available in 7.62 x25. Mine is the 9mm, & was greatly improved by removing the Mag safety. The slide mounted thumb safety is well thought out & works well. It is easy to conceal & very enjoyable to shoot. Highly recommended. Attachments:
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Post by jaypee on Nov 16, 2017 15:19:40 GMT -5
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Post by Carolinaman on Nov 17, 2017 3:10:33 GMT -5
Hello Jer, Thanks for the head's up on that source of Privi Partizan ammunition. I will have to give Vant a head's up on it. We've got to keep the Horry County Tokarev Society well armed with the best! Chris |
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