Is the PTR 91 a good rifle?
From a shooter’s viewpoint, rather than a collector’s, the PTR 91 is a great rifle. While paper accuracy is interesting, the PTR 91 showed soda can accuracy to 100 yards. I tested the PTR GI model rifle which was well lubricated beforehand.
How accurate is the PTR 91 soda can?
Firing the PTR 91 While paper accuracy is interesting, the PTR 91 showed soda can accuracy to 100 yards. I tested the PTR GI model rifle which was well lubricated beforehand. PTR recommends a 100-round break-in before reliable function begins.
Do we have to agree on the ptr91?
We don't have to agree. I had a PTR91 for awhile (can't remember the model but it was the MA/NJ compliant model). I really wanted to love the thing but I never really warmed up to it.
Do I need extractor Springs on my ptr91?
Anyone with a PTR91 is well advised to lay in a supply of extractor springs as a double feed will almost invariably bugger up the one in the bolt. It is their only real weak point. I just put wood stocks on mine.
What is a PTR 91?
PTR 91 Rifle is a Slam Dunk. The .30-caliber battle rifle has a proud heritage. The M1 Garand and M14 rifles, not to mention the FN FAL and Heckler and Koch G3, are excellent examples of the breed. However, an American-made rifle currently is garnering a lot of attention.
How to put a PTR on safe?
Release the cocking handle, allowing the bolt to run forward, stripping a cartridge from the magazine and loading it into the chamber . The PTR may be placed on safe if you are not going to fire immediately.
Why a .308?
The cocking rod is above the barrel. It does not reciprocate when firing the PTR 91.
How accurate is the PTR 91?
While paper accuracy is interesting, the PTR 91 showed soda can accuracy to 100 yards. I tested the PTR GI model rifle which was well lubricated beforehand. PTR recommends a 100-round break-in before reliable function begins. That is reasonable and a mark of precision manufacturing.
Is Fiocchi 165 grain SST reliable?
Firing from a solid bench-rest firing position, the rifle exhibited excellent accuracy potential. To confirm reliability with sporting loads, I fired the rifle with Fiocchi 165-grain SST. Reliability was good in firing a single magazine of that accurate, powerful hunting load (a single magazine is a 20-round box).
Is the PTR 91 more powerful than the AR-15?
Be certain you know what you are getting into. The PTR 91 is heavier than an AR-15, kicks more and is more expensive to feed. It will do things that the AR-15 cannot; it is more powerful and as accurate as most AR-15s and more accurate than others.
Is a trigger press better than a 223?
Trigger press is smooth and crisp. The rifle is comfortable to fire. The push is more than the .223, of course, yet not uncomfortable. The roller-cam action absorbs much of the recoil of the powerful .308 Winchester cartridge. I fired the rifle off hand in fast-moving drills with excellent results. To 100 yards…
