After M69 Bolt Mod Report

Joshua M. Smith · 01-26-2008, 05:06 PM

Hello,

On several gun boards it was asked that I keep everyone apprised of accuracy after doing the modifications to the bolt. I’m pleased to report it likes pretty much any ammo now, allowing at least three to touch on a target.

I shot this target with singly loaded Remington Golden Bullet bulk. The two fliers were shot when I felt I botched the let off or follow through, and the ones in the center were ones I knew I had.

This was shot at 50 yards, leaning over my truck’s hood. No misfires with the ammo, and it seemed very consistent at 32°F.

Because I’m not overly good at target shooting, I took some “targets of opportunity” in the form of marker flags 50 yards out (my range.) I aimed at the poles holding them in the ground, which were merely wire a bit thinner than coat hangers, and was able to hit with two or three out of five shots on each.

I’m very happy with this performance. I may find a way to take up over travel without drilling – maybe rawhide wrapped around the rear of the trigger guard will work. I’m open to ideas.

Josh <><

01-26-2008, 05:06 PM	#1
Joshua M. Smith Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Wabash IN Posts: 351 Trader Rating: (0)	After M69 Bolt Mod Report Hello, On several gun boards it was asked that I keep everyone apprised of accuracy after doing the modifications to the bolt. I’m pleased to report it likes pretty much any ammo now, allowing at least three to touch on a target. I shot this target with singly loaded Remington Golden Bullet bulk. The two fliers were shot when I felt I botched the let off or follow through, and the ones in the center were ones I knew I had. This was shot at 50 yards, leaning over my truck’s hood. No misfires with the ammo, and it seemed very consistent at 32°F. Because I’m not overly good at target shooting, I took some “targets of opportunity” in the form of marker flags 50 yards out (my range.) I aimed at the poles holding them in the ground, which were merely wire a bit thinner than coat hangers, and was able to hit with two or three out of five shots on each. I’m very happy with this performance. I may find a way to take up over travel without drilling – maybe rawhide wrapped around the rear of the trigger guard will work. I’m open to ideas. Josh <>< __________________ Is it better to live by a corrupt society's standards rather than face persecution for not doing the same? This is the dilemma we now face. We must hold fast to our convictions as we confront this dilemma. Knowing one's self goes a long way in the crisis. - Me, Standup Philosopher