Thread: Classy lightweight takedown

Originally Posted by sixtus

Chiappa does takedown 1892's in 357, though they personally aren't my favorite manufacturer.

I always wondered about just unscrewing the stock on a rossi 92 357 magnum for pack carry. I think its only 5lbs. the 16" barrel version is about 83cm long from memory, take another 25cm for the stock you get say 58-60cm which will fit in a longish 35L daypack or anything larger. For snap shots with a red dot you can still aim okay like this as the 357 has buggar all recoil in a rifle. Its not legal to fire it without the stock attached in Australia but just for interests sake. Also unsure how it works for you guys. There is enough force between your grip on the forend and the master hand to also be able to work the lever without the stock on too. I have tried it during cleaning. The other issues would be making sure to keep the exposed springs clean during carry and whether unscrewing and screwing the stock will eventually loosen it.

I like this idea. Wonder if you could replace the screw with a push pin...

I like my TC G2. 223. Drill a hole in the cap at bottom of pistol grip and she breaks down with a Allen key.
Pictured at 3.8kg. Would be easy to get it to 3.3kg with a non mag suppressor, smaller scope and lighter rings.

Originally Posted by timattalon

@ROKTOY I have a new 223 Baikal in the box if a second hand one does not turn up $495.....and can usually get it to Blenheim without to much hassle so Nelson could be fixed depending on urgency......

For real nice singles the Scott Trail specials are the Bee's Knee's but I do not know if he is still doing them.

What do the Scott Trail singles look like? Sounds interesting. Couldn't find a pic online

Can the Rossi lever actions be made into takedowns like the "Alaskan Guide Gun's" - thats a very simple takedown system . . .

Originally Posted by Gkp

I like my TC G2. 223. Drill a hole in the cap at bottom of pistol grip and she breaks down with a Allen key.
Pictured at 3.8kg. Would be easy to get it to 3.3kg with a non mag suppressor, smaller scope and lighter rings.
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What are the contenders worth?

Originally Posted by tanqueray

What are the contenders worth?

Not sure I traded into this one. There was one on TM last month for sale, I think it was around $1500 with a scope.
One in a short barreled 308 would be awesome I reckon.

Originally Posted by Tentman

Can the Rossi lever actions be made into takedowns like the "Alaskan Guide Gun's" - thats a very simple takedown system . . .

The fellas at Rossi Rifleman forums would have the best idea. The price of the work might make it more worthwhile to get a 1892 winchester takedown or the chiappa from the start. Thats just a guess though.

Another option for the OP, Franco Pedretti folding rifle in 357 magnum. I think built of a single folding shotgun frame. Very rare though, but not expensive. One just sold on an Aus classifieds for about $650.

Originally Posted by Gkp

What do the Scott Trail singles look like? Sounds interesting. Couldn't find a pic online

From memory, 2.3kg with scope and a round loaded, two in the holder on the side and suppressor. you carry it like a necklace and the barrel end is detachable. Very accurate too, but priced at around $1000 per kg.... ($2400 for the rifle etc if I remember correctly.) It is not mine so sorry if the details are a little vague....

That's a cool bit of kit, thanks for the the pic.

I know the term 'agricultural' gets thrown around a lot on here in regards to the Baikal stocks, but with a bit of work that can look quite nice. This is my .308 Baikal. Buddy of mine did all of the work on the stock before I bought it off him. I've got one in .270 with a synthetic stock as well.

you guys have some bloody nice setups over there and I am always envious of those supressors

Another option could be something like a Ruger American Compact. Mine with the suppressor off fits inside my pack, could even cut it another couple of inches shorter so the suppressor comes back to the stock. Certainly a lot more accurate than both the single shot break downs I have owned.

Ken has those for 699 too!

I have a bergara 308 and the thing is awesome. It's been my main hunting rifle since I brought it. I have shot steel out past 600 yards and have nailed a few cham in that 400 to 500 yard range. Makes hitchhiking back to the truck way easier not having a rifle slung over the shoulder.