Krieglok Posted June 4, 2010 Report Share Posted June 4, 2010 I tried my new 597 VTR for the first time today. The gun is well constructed and well balanced. I used a cheapie Leapers scope and a Aimshot halographic sight with decent results with our informal plinking session. The gun performed perfectly with about 400 rounds through the gun. Being a NJ resident, I am limited to the 10 round clips and they worked well. I was pleased with the rifle.The only issue arose when I was cleaning the gun. I found the bolt handle seemed very loose and came out of the bolt with a minimum of effort. I disassembled the gun and removed the bolt. I found the rivit(or peened tit) was loose, keeping the small flat spring from holding the bolt handle securely. I gave a few taps top the rivit with a flat punch and it tightened up ok. I am curious to see if it stays tight after the next shooting session.Overall, it is a decent rifle. It lacks iron sights though. It is something I would like on a gun like this. TJM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imschur Posted June 4, 2010 Report Share Posted June 4, 2010 Excellent. I would enjoy some pictures if its possible at some point Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krieglok Posted June 6, 2010 Author Report Share Posted June 6, 2010 Here is the 597 and the gun it is replacing, a Mossberg 152K...TJM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asmurff Posted June 6, 2010 Report Share Posted June 6, 2010 Nice looking rifle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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