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by gcro3948
Wed Nov 04, 2015 3:37 pm
Forum: Q & A about the 8/81
Topic: Model 8 32 cal. accuracy
Replies: 17
Views: 14835

Re: Model 8 32 cal. accuracy

Thanks Rodger, and you did not confuse me ,I understand what you are saying. I think I'm going to start with addressing the side to side play between the barrel nut and barrel shroud bushing. I've had no luck locating ether one of them new, I'm reluctant to buy an used part because it may be as worn...
by gcro3948
Mon Nov 02, 2015 3:54 am
Forum: Q & A about the 8/81
Topic: Model 8 32 cal. accuracy
Replies: 17
Views: 14835

Re: Model 8 32 cal. accuracy

Thanks Joe for the information, everything is tightened up good, the scope is new and I've not tried it on another rifle, I will check that out. I'm shooting 30 caliber Remington brass necked up to 32 caliber, 170 grain, 2000 fps. That is all I know about the ammo because I have somebody else load t...
by gcro3948
Sun Nov 01, 2015 2:20 am
Forum: Q & A about the 8/81
Topic: Model 8 32 cal. accuracy
Replies: 17
Views: 14835

Model 8 32 cal. accuracy

I have been shooting my Model 8 in 32 cal. with a scope at a target 100 yards away. The bulls eye is 2 inches across and the black part around it is 6 inches across. I am resting the gun on two bean bag rifle rests. My groups of shots are pretty much all in the 6 inch black circle but seldom in the ...
by gcro3948
Mon Oct 12, 2015 10:09 pm
Forum: Q & A about the 8/81
Topic: Model 8 scope mount?
Replies: 3
Views: 5507

Re: Model 8 scope mount?

Those holes are for a Weaver T-8 , I have one on my model 8. It was very hard to find and very expensive . One thing to keep in mind if you find one is the rings are 3/4 inch not 1inch so unless you modify it you cannot use a modern scope.
by gcro3948
Mon Oct 12, 2015 9:47 pm
Forum: Q & A about the 8/81
Topic: brass catcher
Replies: 2
Views: 4205

brass catcher

Has anybody used a brass catcher on a model 8. I have 200 pieces of 30 cal. brass that have been, "necked up" to 32 cal. and I'm trying to keep them all for reloading. I was wondering if somebody had used one that worked good could they advise me as to what kind to use and where to buy one...
by gcro3948
Sat Jul 11, 2015 4:50 am
Forum: Wanted to buy
Topic: weaver t 8 scope mount
Replies: 0
Views: 4925

weaver t 8 scope mount

I would like to purchase a vintage Weaver T 8 side scope mount for a model 8 & 81, does anyone have one for sale.
by gcro3948
Tue Oct 29, 2013 2:28 am
Forum: General
Topic: Model 8 in slow motion
Replies: 14
Views: 10995

Re: Model 8 in slow motion

what an amazing video, I watch it several times thank you
by gcro3948
Fri Apr 26, 2013 11:14 pm
Forum: Wanted to buy
Topic: bolt carrier latch spring
Replies: 1
Views: 2565

bolt carrier latch spring

I would like to purchase a bolt carrier latch spring for a model 8. Anybody have one for sale or know where I can find one. Thank you, gcro3948.
by gcro3948
Sun Apr 14, 2013 12:13 pm
Forum: Q & A about the 8/81
Topic: Trouble with my old model 8
Replies: 2
Views: 4010

Re: Trouble with my old model 8

Thank you for the info keltg, I'll check it out. gcro3948
by gcro3948
Sun Apr 14, 2013 8:52 am
Forum: Wanted to buy
Topic: barrel lock spring
Replies: 2
Views: 3217

barrel lock spring

I need a barrel lock spring , does anybody have one for sale or does anybody know where Ican buy one for a model 8. Thamk you, gcro3948.
by gcro3948
Sun Apr 14, 2013 4:42 am
Forum: Q & A about the 8/81
Topic: Trouble with my old model 8
Replies: 2
Views: 4010

Trouble with my old model 8

My 8 stays open after almost every shot. Can anybody advise me about this proplem. Thank you gcro3948.
by gcro3948
Wed Mar 13, 2013 2:57 pm
Forum: The Great Model 81 'Woodsmaster'
Topic: Model 81 pre-drilled, 4 holes?
Replies: 12
Views: 12378

Re: Model 81 pre-drilled, 4 holes?

Milspecmechanic, Sorry for the incorect information. 81 Police, Thank you for imput. gcro3948
by gcro3948
Wed Mar 13, 2013 1:41 pm
Forum: The Great Model 81 'Woodsmaster'
Topic: Model 81 pre-drilled, 4 holes?
Replies: 12
Views: 12378

Re: Model 81 pre-drilled, 4 holes?

Weaver side mount for top ejection guns . The rings are seperate from the mount and are also removeable . gcro3948