Author Topic: any info or experiance with zastava rifles? (Read 2033 times)

conradj · « **on:** June 23, 2009, 03:49:43 PM »

has anyone got experiance or info on zastava bolt rifles?

i got a 30-06 m70 mauser zastava , made in yogoslavia.

Swampman · « **Reply #1 on:** June 23, 2009, 04:06:39 PM »

I like mine, it's a .270. I'm not sure if I'll keep it or not.

conradj · « **Reply #2 on:** June 23, 2009, 04:11:16 PM »

you like yours? means do you own a zastava? if so what accuracy does it provide?

the stock finish i told you about in the previous post was based on my 30-06 zastava mod 70

Quote from: Swampman on June 23, 2009, 04:06:39 PM

I like mine, it's a .270. I'm not sure if I'll keep it or not.

Swampman · « **Reply #3 on:** June 23, 2009, 04:17:12 PM »

It seems pretty accurate. I haven't shot it that much.

Mine is an Interarms Mark X it was made by Zastava in Yugoslavia.

conradj · « **Reply #4 on:** June 23, 2009, 04:38:00 PM »

mine is a original zastava imported from yog to south africa , bought it about 7 yrs ago and paid roughly paid $ 750 out the box, but due to our strict laws and poor availability of ammo i only managed to put about 150 rds through it up to date and took downed a eland once wich is the biggest antelope on the planet, it weighed in at 680 lb. so when it comes to accuracy i didnt have enough practice yet.

Quote from: Swampman on June 23, 2009, 04:17:12 PM

It seems pretty accurate. I haven't shot it that much.

Mine is an Interarms Mark X it was made by Zastava in Yugoslavia.

Swampman · « **Reply #5 on:** June 24, 2009, 11:07:28 AM »

Mine is an original Zastava as well. I have about $350.00 in it. I came with a 6 power Mauser scope on it. I was able to sell that for a pretty fair price. I wish it was a .30-06.

p5200 · « **Reply #6 on:** June 24, 2009, 02:15:20 PM »

The only Zastava made rifle I have, is the Remington model 5 .22LR and that thing is a tack driver!

Swampman · « **Reply #7 on:** June 24, 2009, 04:33:53 PM »

Academy Sports is selling them for $169.00.

conradj · « **Reply #8 on:** June 24, 2009, 05:43:25 PM »

jees , otb or used?

i can get air rifles for less

Quote from: Swampman on June 24, 2009, 04:33:53 PM

Academy Sports is selling them for $169.00.

Swampman · « **Reply #9 on:** June 24, 2009, 11:39:54 PM »

That's the price for a new one.

huntswithdogs · « **Reply #10 on:** June 25, 2009, 04:37:02 AM »

Swamp,
You were referring to the 22lr and not a centerfire rifle, RIGHT?

HWD

Swampman · « **Reply #11 on:** June 25, 2009, 04:59:59 PM »

Correct!

gwindrider1 · « **Reply #12 on:** July 07, 2009, 12:22:21 PM »

I bought a barreled action chambered in 7mm Rem. Mag. back in '72. It took a while, but I eventually had a beautiful custom stock made for it. That rifle has accounted for about four truck loads of Antelope over the years, and quite a few Mulies as well. I've been shooting it continually for three decades now, and it still delivers .75 inch groups if I do my part. IMHO the original made in Yugoslavia rifles are an excellent example of the Mauser design, and well executed. I don't believe you could go wrong owning one of these rifles!

mattl · « **Reply #13 on:** July 07, 2009, 06:55:02 PM »

I Bought a Remington 798 in 30-06 that is made by Zastava. Since then I have been working on the wood stock for it, but I had it in a synthetic before I started this project. It shoots very well with handloads under an inch with it's short barrel. Never seemed to care for the factory rounds that I ran through it (only tried 2, sorry not rich enough to try them all). The only problem that I found it to have is that the camming surface at the rear of the bolt that retracts the cocking peice was very rough and it was difficult to open the bolt after firing. This required me to stone the camming surface smooth and reharden it. After that I have not had anything to complain about. The inside of the receiver is rough and the bolt does drag a bit, but is not a big problem. If I knew a way to smooth the inside of the receiver, I would do it in an instant. It has been a very reliable rifle.

Matt

conradj · « **Reply #14 on:** July 08, 2009, 07:20:33 AM »

i have the same issues but with a bit of wear and tear it should smooth out a bit, otherwise no problems.

Quote from: mattl on July 07, 2009, 06:55:02 PM

I Bought a Remington 798 in 30-06 that is made by Zastava. Since then I have been working on the wood stock for it, but I had it in a synthetic before I started this project. It shoots very well with handloads under an inch with it's short barrel. Never seemed to care for the factory rounds that I ran through it (only tried 2, sorry not rich enough to try them all). The only problem that I found it to have is that the camming surface at the rear of the bolt that retracts the cocking peice was very rough and it was difficult to open the bolt after firing. This required me to stone the camming surface smooth and reharden it. After that I have not had anything to complain about. The inside of the receiver is rough and the bolt does drag a bit, but is not a big problem. If I knew a way to smooth the inside of the receiver, I would do it in an instant. It has been a very reliable rifle.

Matt

iiranger · « **Reply #15 on:** July 08, 2009, 08:41:44 AM »

It is my understanding that the "Yugos" got into machine tool/manufacturing in the late 1800s with everyone else. This is the Balkans and exact political borders, well, "shift" much. Same "industries" group made the "Yugo car." I think the Nazi Germans got them to making the Mauser 98 rilfe. Following the WW II war, I know that Herter's carried the XKE and the J9 rifles that were made using Mark X actions. [DeHaas seemed to think these might be Mark X 2nds...] Interarms imported the rifle as the Mark X, some sotcked in England. Seems there were "Parker Hale" rifles using this action... Knew a couple gunsmiths that stopped converting surplus Mausers 'cause the Mark X with a barrel was cheaper than they could do the coversion work. Just added a stock. I have a Herter's J9 I am happy with and many years later, they "shrinked" the design and made the "Mini Mark X" and I got one of them too. Interarms went under. C. Dailey carried the rifles for a time. Now Remington is carrying them... While they do not rival the "custom shop" rifles meant for match, as a rule they go bang and if you are doing your part, the game comes home with you. What more can you ask for??? Luck.

Coyote Hunter · « **Reply #16 on:** July 12, 2009, 12:43:00 PM »

I currently have a new Interarms Mark X (Zastava) action at Kreiger getting barrelled and set in my action. Chambering will be 6.5mm-06AI in a heavier than normal stainless/fluted barrel, blue action, Boyd pepper laminate stock. I also plan to add a Tubb Speedlock whe I get it back.

Should make for a very nice long range rifle - flat shooting with little recoil. I calcualte that with Sirocco II 130g bullets it will be good for elk to 700 yards and antelope at 1,000.

Hank08 · « **Reply #17 on:** July 12, 2009, 06:41:07 PM »

I received this stock in a trade, went to a gun show 3 weeks ago and found a Mark X in .270
with a broken stock for $200. Stuck the barreled action in the stock and shot several groups between 1 and 1 1/2" at 200 yds. Works for me. Have 2 other of these actions but with douglas premium barrels. Bought them both in 1967, they've been excellent.
H08

Swampman · « **Reply #18 on:** July 14, 2009, 12:42:23 PM »

Nice rifle in a good caliber.

Skunk · « **Reply #19 on:** July 14, 2009, 12:51:25 PM »

Fine looking rifle Hank. The stock is beautiful.

saltydog · « **Reply #20 on:** July 14, 2009, 02:11:03 PM »

They are Ok but $750 for one is a rip. They have beeen making rifles and selling to others for years. Howa and Vanguards are a better buy in my opinion.

conradj · « **Reply #21 on:** July 14, 2009, 02:45:43 PM »

it was with sling, hacco 4x40 scope, bag , 100 rds federal poweshock and 6 rifle safe incl $750.

Quote from: saltydog on July 14, 2009, 02:11:03 PM

They are Ok but $750 for one is a rip. They have beeen making rifles and selling to others for years. Howa and Vanguards are a better buy in my opinion.

Swampman · « **Reply #22 on:** July 14, 2009, 04:03:59 PM »

Howas & Vanguards are not much.