Florida Shooters Network

For one thing, do you guys think a little rust inside the barrel of a STG58 FAL is a big deal? I don't think it will impair it's shootability much, but my buddy who I sold it to thinks it might. (I'm thinking a good, thorough cleaning will take care of it.) I am planning to buy him a new barrel for Christmas, though - even if only to take away that excuse when he can't keep his groups under 5" .

When I get the barrel, should I tell him to send it back to DSA, or take it to a local smith? If so, who would you guys recommend for a re-barreling and headspacing? Thanks.

I have seen FAL's with what looked like poor barrels and they shot fine.
I have also see bores that where bright and shiny and shot 6 inch groups at 50 yards.

Tell your friend to clean the barrel good and test it with good ball ammo.

From what I understang most STG barrels where NOT chrome lined.

Imbel kits are priced right at this time, it's a good investment for extra parts.

Good Luck, Court in Fl.

Anybody have an answer to the gunsmith question?

Thanks,
.G

Is Middleburg far for you? The shop that headspaced and timed mine is just west of there. A1 Guns and Ammo, 5089 CR 218, 904-282-4226. Also did an excellent job installing a new match barrel on my Ruger MK3, and did a Duracoat over parkerized refinish on the FN-FAL. He also specializes in M1 Garand work. Closed Mondays.

John