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Yes the Yugo is a much more "beefier" gun compared to the Norinco. I guess in some ways that's better, other ways maybe not. The Paratrooper's lighter weight and shorter length is quite noticeable. In terms of quality I give the advantage to the Yugo IMHO. The one area that sometimes is an issue with the Yugo's is the gas shutoff port to switch between regular firing and the grenade launcher. If the piston is worn you get blowby and it doesn't cycle correctly during normal firing. Mine is currently not having this problem but can occur. I don't launch grenades so right now it's just extra weight and length. It is one of the few SKS's that qualifies to be a C&R firearm IIRC. The Paratrooper feels like a SBR compared to the Yugo which has really grabbed my interest. Don't get me wrong I like the Yugo too.

Hey guys. I've currently got a Yugo that I've had about 1 1/2 years. I posted some refinishing pictures here last year. http://www.tngunowners.com/forums/show-tell/34369-my-first-sks-refinishing-job.html I found a Norinco Paratrooper that I was hoping to trade even for. Not sure if they will go for it or not. It is in good condition and I know they are harder to find than Yugo's. I like the Yugo but really took a liking to the Paratrooper due to the lighter weight and shorter length. Buying the Paratrooper outright and keeping the Yugo is not an option. Would this be a good trade or should I just keep the Yugo.

Nah...people just agree with the OP's thread title.

Mind me asking how much?

Say it ain't so Joe. I was disappointed when I saw the Walther thing, now Umarex. I can only hope both are wrong. Was that info posted by Smith or just folks on the forum?

Thanks Dave, I guess I should have done that to keep down the confusion since it looks like some aren't using the link. From the little info I've found, it looks like Walther is making it for S&W but not sure if that is correct, or why Walter is making it. I know they have quite a bit of experience with 22LR autopistols but "made in the USA" is what sealed the deal when I was looking at the M&P40.

Is it picky on the type of ammo it likes? I was wondering how the weight and feel compares to a normal centerfire M&P. Do you own one to give a comparison? Such as, can you tell it's a 22 before you shoot it or just think it's a normal M&P? I'm thinking it would a great training aid for us M&P owners.

I guess I've been under a rock. I just came across this on Smith's website. Very interesting. Anybody got one? NOTE: This thread is about the M&P PISTOL - not rifle (M&P15-22). Check the link. Product: Smith & Wesson Model M&P22

I think you answered your own question on what you should do. But that doesn't mean autos and revolvers still can't exist in the same household.

Looks good. Can you show a view of the edge from maybe the trigger guard area? I'm interested on how the two halves "join" together. Are they heat or solvent bonded? It looks like the area near the slide is just folded over and every where else is two seams, correct?

Just wanted to offer an update. I had a chance to put 10 rounds of 00 Buckshot through it yesterday and not a hint of any movement with the mount or light. I highly recommend this mount.

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That reminded me of this. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLWn7__3uqc

My first choice would be to find a used one and leave the current hunting gun alone. The problem is most used HD's go much higher than field guns and it will probably be more than you want to pay for used unless you luck out. You probably can buy new for not much more. Second choice would be to go for a shorter barrel, shorten the buttstock and add the recoil pad since it sounds like you need that done anyway. Forget the pistol grip, it's only good for TV. You still have to aim the thing and you can't do that with a pistol grip.

I still use a Rock Chucker and started with the loader on the press. Tried a Lee hand primer and haven't looked back.

+1 to the last two posts.

Glad to hear things turned out well. Regarding pocket holsters, there are a ton of choices out there. Two that are very popular are posted below. Uncle Mike's Inside the Pocket, size #3. You can usually find this locally. Inexpensive but works very well. It's what I normally use. http://www.unclemikes.com/products/inside_the_pocket_holsters.html Mika's Pocket Holsters. At one time there was a long wait. Haven't checked if that is still the case. Pocket Holster - Mika's Pocket Holsters Some people go leather and kydex. You might want to start out with the Uncle Mike's and see how that works for you.

Oh...you will know it if the gun is doing it. It gives your finger a sting. Sounds like yours aren't.

It happens when the trigger is resetting forcefully enough to "slap" your finger. You see it talked about most on some AK's depending on the specific trigger mechanism used. I did see the link below relating to CZ-52's which might help some. Trigger slap in CZ52 (pistol)

Nice gun. I've only had the chance to shoot one Luger so far so I don't know if it was the specific gun I was shooting but that one had some trigger slap. Is that typical of all Lugers?

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Yes, the mount can be flipped around to the other side for a lefty. The light can be put in either way.

I'm too cheap for Surefire so it's a Streamlight 88031 Protac 2L. It has 3 modes -high, strobe, low, in that order.

I wanted to show some pictures of a light mount I recently added to my 870 HD shotgun. I saw this mount online from Elzetta and wanted to give it a try. It is US made and I was very impressed on the quality. Top notch. It offers a very secure mount. While I haven’t had a chance to shoot it yet, I don’t expect any movement even with the small diameter light I have in the mount due to the smaller extra inserts that come in the kit. The position and style offers good light activation by your thumb while your hand is on the forestock. In summary I would recommend at least giving it a look if you need a light mount for your HD shotgun. Elzetta ZSM Tactical Shotgun Flashlight Mount FAQ

Not trying to be a smart @ss but it's worth what you paid for it. As the saying goes, something is only worth what someone is willing to pay you for it. Unless you're trying to flip it, don't worry if you paid too much or got a good deal. Just enjoy shooting it.