In my experience, the Marlin Papoose is a better take down .22. The sights are on the barrel and I can loosen the barrel nut 1/4 turn with no loss of accuracy. I don't intentionally shoot it loose, but experimented with a slightly loose barrel.
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I bought a 'lightly used' Armalite AR-7 two years ago and after cleaning the action of old grease found it had a 'cycling problem'- not always re-setting the trigger. I determined that the issue was with the 'hammer spring', as several online info sources all said to 'cross the legs' before putting on the trigger-pin. I re-installed w/o 'crossing' and now it works fine. I lubed the action & recoil spring lightly with PTFE grease and 'dri-silicone' spray on the bolt. I also cut 2-coils off the recoil springs, which helps cycling. Accuracy at 25 yds is ca. 1-2" w-RemGolden, good enuf for peep sight only.
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I have a Charter Arms Ar7 bought in the early 80's I would guess. Back in those days Ramline made hi-cap mags for them and there were all kinds of stocks and accessories for them. The CA has an alumunum barrel with a steel bore.
I put a collapsible stock on it with a shrouded barrel. I wanted to make it into the most compact, packable, survival rifle possible. The stock on these things is pretty bulky.
I cut the shroud off and found the barrel to be plastic with a steel bore. It was lighter than the factory CA bbl.
I eventually took the pistol grip off which made it less bulky and lighter
The whole thing was about 2 lbs and 16" long when broken down and held together with ranger bands (bike inner tube bands)
I put a collapsible stock on it with a shrouded barrel. I wanted to make it into the most compact, packable, survival rifle possible. The stock on these things is pretty bulky.
I cut the shroud off and found the barrel to be plastic with a steel bore. It was lighter than the factory CA bbl.
I eventually took the pistol grip off which made it less bulky and lighter
The whole thing was about 2 lbs and 16" long when broken down and held together with ranger bands (bike inner tube bands)
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I understand the reasoning for a Bug Out Bag, and I have one for my wife and myself, but I want something in a survival rifle larger than .22RF. I want it to be collapsible to fit in an easily removed from our bags (backpacks). I have looked at several brands and styles and have settled on two different ones manufactured by KelTec. Mine is the SU-16 in .223. Th scope in the picture is no linger on the gun and has been replaced by a lower profile Red Dot Sight. I have larger AR Magazines, but I like that two 10 round mags can be stored in the stock. I have over 500 rounds through this gun and it is reliable and accurate. I also carry my Browning Buck Mark Target semi-auto in .22 for small work.
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My wife prefers the KelTec Sub 2000 in 9mm and she is dangerously accurate with it. This version uses the Glock 17 mags and they work perfectly. She carries my KelTec P11 as a sidearm.
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My wife prefers the KelTec Sub 2000 in 9mm and she is dangerously accurate with it. This version uses the Glock 17 mags and they work perfectly. She carries my KelTec P11 as a sidearm.
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I'm frankly surprised that Henry never made the Ar7 into something more conventional. Not everyone wants a floating survival rifle that takes down into a bulky stock. A more conventional stock would appeal to a wider market including a youth market. The action and barrel are pretty small and light, would make a good youth rifle.
Here's one in a random plastic stock
And one in a kinda cool M1 carbine stock
And one is a Crossman airgun stock
I think Henry is really missing the boat by not having different variations
Here's one in a random plastic stock
And one in a kinda cool M1 carbine stock
And one is a Crossman airgun stock
I think Henry is really missing the boat by not having different variations
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Not sure if you are aware but a 30 round AR mag will fit in the stock where the 10 rounders go. It is a tight fit so I put a zip tie around the mag to make it easier to pull out.
Shown with a cheap nylon buttstock pouch that holds an additional 20 rnd mag and a cleaning kit.
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I have a very nice, discreet set up that goes unnoticed everywhere I go.
KelTec Sub2000, 4 Glock 17 mags, 1 Glock 33 rd maag, 100 rds ammo fills all the mags. QD sling with mash hooks, Firearm light with strobe, Vortex red dot on QD mount. fits in a BOYT Unmarked Plain case I added internal straps too. What's not to like!!
KelTec Sub2000, 4 Glock 17 mags, 1 Glock 33 rd maag, 100 rds ammo fills all the mags. QD sling with mash hooks, Firearm light with strobe, Vortex red dot on QD mount. fits in a BOYT Unmarked Plain case I added internal straps too. What's not to like!!
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Yes Sir I was able to get a P-Mag to fit in there, but that was after I took the picture of the gun.Not sure if you are aware but a 30 round AR mag will fit in the stock where the 10 rounders go. It is a tight fit so I put a zip tie around the mag to make it easier to pull out.
Shown with a cheap nylon buttstock pouch that holds an additional 20 rnd mag and a cleaning kit.
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