Correct, but the gi model of the ptr 91 s i refer to is a big improvement. Wood was not cracked and metal parts are not worn out. The receiver is the firearm in the eyes of the atf. Manufacturer all ptr industries availability all in stock show. My question is when i get stamp back is it as easy as just replacing the endcap with a butt stock and have all proper markings per atf rule placed on the barrel or what is required when just replacing the end cap on a pistol rifle concerning markings or is the end cap a special one that requires smithing to get a factory butt. Transgranular stress corrosion cracking tgscc and wear were identified around the fracture. Most if not all ptrs these days come with the navy lower which is a one piece housing including the grip and all you can do is add a rubber slip on over grip like a piece of innertube, etc. Just put a ptr 91 gi green furniture on layaway with buds.
I recently purchased 1998 mack rd 688s dump with cracked trunnion. There have been a few rifles with some cracked trunions but ptr91 will fix any issues like that if they happen. I have been racking my brain over the past few days over the issue of whether or not i need to buy a ptr91 gi model from. We mold the slugs from epoxytype metal patching compound, such as mega stick. One gi, which cracked the trunnion as one of the hardness problem guns, ptr fixed that in a week turn, and its been fine since. It was easier to sand and file the block to glide smoother. A trunnion kettle is a 20 to 40quart cooker used predominately by military and familystyle food service establishments for reheating precooked foods. When ar crowd, basically root out and brutally laugh it out any manufacturers who are not following mil spec and not making ars components stronger, here in ak world, we are trying to justify cutting corners in manufacturing process on part which is the spine of akall this is justified by statements like. Upon inspection of the parts, they were found to have been machined coarsely. Trunnion 42 for jet power tools ereplacement parts. This gun was a us gi bring back and subsequently sold to noted. You will need to reuse your original mounting hardware or purchase new hardware.
With the appropriate parts and some tender loving care, this gi bring back. The serial on the trunnion only counts as the serialized part of the receiver because it is attached to it with rivets. Trunnion definition, either of the two cylindrical projections on a cannon, one on each side for supporting the cannon on its carriage. Complete stainless steeldelrin set these are the highest quality trunnion hinges set on the market today. While there are other copies of the hk 91 g 3 rifle, the ptr is arguably the only one to boast equal quality. Ptr is the industry leader in roller block action firearms. Rtg parts was established to provide increased customer access to top quality military surplus parts, magazines and accessories. Federal law requires that you must be 21 years old to purchase handguns, firearm receiversactionslowers and pistol griponly shotguns.
The bottom line is this, yes they make a quality product and if you have a. This is a discussion on ptr g3 brand new major problems. A semi automatic version of a reliable and accurate battle rifle, the ptr 91 rifle uses an interesting delayed blowback roller locking system that is different from most rifles. Federal law requires that we ship firearms to an ffl dealer on your behalf. Lee industries manufactures and designs a variety of stainless steel hemisphericalbottom kettles made to meet your processing and capacity needs. Is it like where with an m14 you should have stuff like a castle nut wrench, bolt roller greaser, handguard pliers, gas piston drills, gas lock wrench, combo tool, etc.
Pot belly 4 round magazine and twin cross bolts for recoil. That said, ptr bought hks old machines and shipped them to the us to use in their factories, so i like to think of them as just merican hks. See the discussion of cookchill systems to see why these are growing in popularity. Contents product coding for kitz trunnion mounted ball valves 2 soft seated 2 metal seated 2 soft seated 3piece body trunnion mounted ball valves t60s series1 3 component drawing 4 design features 5 construction and materials 7 valve dimensions and operators 9 material example.
The accuracy was fantastic by my standards 5 groups at 200 yds. Superjacket permits both heating with steam and cooling with water. Remanufactured in the usa by ptr and is designed to be a direct replacement for all. Rtg parts was established to provide increased customer access to top quality military surplus parts, magazines and. Ptr says theyll cover shipping both ways apparently and take care of the issue. Originally posted by seronian here is my conversation with ptr today, i explained that gun law in cali sucks minor mod had to be done for one to own a ptr qc issues, new gi model with cracked. The precisionwelded top rail allows the addition of your favorite scope or you can use the traditional iron sights included. I am already squared away in terms of firearms, and this would just be an addition to the collection. My ptr 91 is the gi model and had od green plastic furniture. A trunnion from old french trognon, trunk is a cylindrical protrusion used as a mounting or pivoting point. I added an original leather sling and bayonet lug and of course bought a bayonet.
Ive shot hundreds of rounds of it through my ptr 91 gi and it has never cause a single issue. Ptr ptr 91 steel grip housing with plastic and semiauto. Manufacturer all ptr industries availability all in stock. K metal trigger group housing, 58x24 barrel threading as well as a paddle magazine release. I am trying to decide between the ptr 91 gi, and the century arms cetme. Radiological assessments for clearance of materials from. I was also talking to mack service manager he said they have a service trunnion. It falls in the serial number range that has the known problem of trunnion cracking and hasnt shown any signs yet.
Apr 12, 2011 thats a steel lower which allows you to install whatever grips are out there, or make your own. This beautiful conversion from an original german hk m91. We offer the very best quality tailgate hinge trunnion upgrade for your chevygmc c10, c20, c30, blazer, jimmy, fleetside or stepside trucks. In military base kitchens, precooked food arrives from the commissary in a bag. This is a misnomer, as in reality it is a cradle for the true trunnion. Picked up a new ptr 91 gi mid month and here is my report. I purchased from atlantic arms, good service and quick.
Shrinking bolt gap causes can vary, but a cracked trunnion can be one cause, improper barrel pinning another. Ptr turned my gi with a cracked trunnion around in 10 days with a new trunnion and a refinish. I could have salvaged the carbine from a borchardt family residence, or since all. Cleaned it, checked bolt gap and out of the box it sat at. Cdnn is a long ways from where i live, and if i could maybe find a dealer somewhere on the east coast i might be able to. All pivot points including pivot and trunnion pins, lay shafts and securing hardware. Apr 30, 2012 the trigger pull had 3 distinct notches before it broke. Is there a particular bullet weight that is best suited to the g3hk91 ptr 91 cetme family. Four trunnions are connected to the cask body for lifting and. I was wondering idf anyone out there replaced with aftermarket trunnion that did not require you to slide them in from the back. These are all the best, high quality trunnion hinges on the market. Hk91, g3, barrel and trunion, pin, hk91, g3, hk, ptr91. I have a friends new g3 ptr and it is stove piping and the cases a being crushed by the bolt meaning no constant ejection.
The following texts are the property of their respective authors and we thank them for giving us the opportunity to share for free to students, teachers and users of the web their texts will used only for illustrative educational and scientific purposes only. Love my ptr 91, dont care what anyone says, i think its the best semiauto. Kit was better than expected with lightning fast shipping like always with sarco. Wooded buttstock has 212 crack on left side parallel to the bore line. Ptr replaced the rifle including shipping and transfer fees. Its on its way to my ffl dealer, and i have a couple upgrades for it. This rifle s 2012 production with the correct chamber fluting.
Aks with cast trunnions drama ak operators union, local 4774. I determined that the locking block inside the trunnion was hanging up because it wasnt wide enough at one part. Aug 15, 2016 my ptr91 is the gi model and had od green plastic furniture. I recently purchased one unrelated to the current chaos and i intend to hunt for some of the limited ammo that remains.
Took it out and ran about 60 rounds through it with only 1 problem that was ammo related and ill get to that in a bit. Three hk 91 forends assemblies, one of which has bipod attached. I have a ptr 91 special edition with the classic wood. Ptr gi classic rifle wo rail ptr gi 100, click image for detail. I installed the trunnion and it hung up while tilting the saw table. Thats a steel lower which allows you to install whatever grips are out there, or make your own. I just got a new ptr 91 gi model without the top rail off buds gun shop. This rifle has been further developed and improved over the years into the high quality.
Available in multiple jacket styles, pressure ranges and modifications, all kettles are built to asme specs. If that were the case places like apex wouldnt be able to sell a trunnion without going through an ffl. First associated with cannons, they are an important military development. Oct, 2015 im just simply amazed by whole casting vs forged ak trunnions discussion. Any of you have any thoughts or opinions on this rifle. The g3 based ptr 91 series represents a unique opportunity for u. These include trunnion s 6piece set, 2 trunnion ballsdelrin bearing, 2 hinge plates, 2 bolt, lock washer. I was thinking about buying one of these and short barreling it. Im just simply amazed by whole casting vs forged ak trunnions discussion.
Ptr91 grips northwest firearms oregon, washington, idaho. After some years now of reading internet bulletin boards, i think ive got the pros and cons of possible shtf rifle choices figured out. Ptr qc issues, new gi model with cracked trunion page 2. Alternatively, a trunnion is a shaft that positions and supports a tilting plate. If you want a superior rifle like a dsa fal or a m1a, in which case id just go for the m1a ebrtype from fulton armory, you have to pay for it. That being said the 32 did suffer from a cracked trunnion. The bottom line is this, yes they make a quality product and if you have a problem they will fix it. Simulated inflammation by hypochlorous acid and the. I have yet to shoot brass ammo through it but have a healthy stockpile. In the human body urine, bile, the lower gastrointestinal tract and the secretions. Touching up that weld and a refinish should be quick. The gir rifle features a parkerized finish, classic green furniture, 18 tapered barrel and a clasic sef steel lower. Ptr 91 products are as good or better than hk as the parts are all new mfg with some parts being cncd to more exact tollerances not available when the g3 was designed and came to market and the others are made on original hk tooling from the old fmp factory in portugal. This is the ptr 91 gi variant, factory product code 915301.
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