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Post subject: re: Russian Beauties: MTs Shotguns by TSKIB SOO (pictures) Posted: Thu Dec 18, 2008 4:45 am |
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It is good to have this thread with such a high concntration of best quality Russian guns. It serves as a handy response to those that like to assert that Russians produce junk. Thanks to all who posted these great photos.
I have handled most of the smoothobore models pictured above. The Purdey-Beesley action SXS is one of the best made guns I have ever touched, and in the comparison I include the original Purdey and Atkin originals. The Russian versions have something the British versions of the action do not- high grade engineering input. For instance the Russian guns are fully radiused at edges, in the corners where the lumps meet the flats and so on. They are small but significant details in a best gun.
The engraving on Russian guns is not to my taste, but the Celtic style engraving on the OU above is really nice.
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Post subject: Re: Russian Beauties: MTs Shotguns by TSKIB SOO (pictures) Posted: Sun Apr 05, 2009 11:14 pm |
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I was interested to see these pictures, I have had and used this shotgun for some time and been ridiculed on occasion for shooting that Russian. I own Garbi, Merkel, and various English shotguns and bought this this purely because it struck me as being very high quality. Any input would be greatly appreciated especially in the exact identification of what it may be.
For some reason I can only attach 3 pics if anyone needs more let me know I have more. Thanks
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Tozman
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Post subject: Re: Russian Beauties: MTs Shotguns by TSKIB SOO (pictures) Posted: Mon Apr 06, 2009 11:26 am |
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Tozman
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Post subject: Re: Russian Beauties: MTs Shotguns by TSKIB SOO (pictures) Posted: Mon Apr 06, 2009 11:35 am |
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Tozman
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Post subject: Re: Russian Beauties: MTs Shotguns by TSKIB SOO (pictures) Posted: Mon Apr 06, 2009 11:48 am |
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TSKIB-SOO has recently started making a sporting version of its traditional MTS-7 model. It is called MTs-7-12 Sporting. I was able to get photos of the very first guns while they were being produced.   
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Post subject: Re: Russian Beauties: MTs Shotguns by TSKIB SOO (pictures) Posted: Mon Apr 06, 2009 2:11 pm |
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Tozman-
Those revolving cylinder shotguns are definitely something else! How do they operate?
Have you ever had the chance to fire one?
_________________ Just because government took control of one's actions does not absolve one from individual responsibility. Better to be in trouble with government than to commit evil.
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Post subject: Re: Russian Beauties: MTs Shotguns by TSKIB SOO (pictures) Posted: Mon Apr 06, 2009 10:06 pm |
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Tozman-
Thanks for your input. It is much appreciated. I have tried for several months to find out about this fine shotgun without too much response. Your time is appreciated.
Thanks
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Post subject: Re: Russian Beauties: MTs Shotguns by TSKIB SOO (pictures) Posted: Tue Apr 07, 2009 6:02 am |
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Having shot almost all of the shotguns shown here, I feel lucky!
The one that stands out above the rest is the Purdey actioned model 11. It is a superb gun, and from the metal smithing angle (and in my opinion) better executed than the English gun. It really has to be seen from up close to appreciate the quality of the work.
The Vostok trap and skeet guns are also worth seeing from up close to appreciated the true meaning of zero tolerance fitting. These things lock up tighter than a bank vault.
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BIGK
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Post subject: Re: Russian Beauties: MTs Shotguns by TSKIB SOO (pictures) Posted: Thu Apr 09, 2009 4:29 pm |
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I have read through all the pages on this post and am amazed at the variety available.I own an MT8-01  which I have used to shoot OT with  .It has the narrow rib.The quality of fit is second to none  .I would be interested in buying one of the new trap guns.Would anyone know what the price would be.I have tried to post pictures of my gun but cant  . K
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Post subject: Re: Russian Beauties: MTs Shotguns by TSKIB SOO (pictures) Posted: Sat Apr 11, 2009 5:16 am |
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Some very Nice workmanship on these shotguns, VERY NICE
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Post subject: Re: Russian Beauties: MTs Shotguns by TSKIB SOO (pictures) Posted: Mon Jun 08, 2009 9:57 pm |
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I sincerely thank you for all your efforts in putting up these wonderful and interesting pictures.This is the first time I am seeing so many pictures at one place and it is highly educational. Please share with us any more of the pics you may have these great looking guns.
Best- Vikram
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Tozman
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Post subject: Re: Russian Beauties: MTs Shotguns by TSKIB SOO (pictures) Posted: Tue Jun 09, 2009 9:36 am |
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Tozman
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Post subject: Re: Russian Beauties: MTs Shotguns by TSKIB SOO (pictures) Posted: Tue Jun 09, 2009 9:49 am |
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vikram
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Post subject: Re: Russian Beauties: MTs Shotguns by TSKIB SOO (pictures) Posted: Tue Jun 09, 2009 8:02 pm |
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TozMan,
I do not know where you get your hands on these fine guns.Would you have any idea where I can lay my hands on these fine guns in UK?If I am not asking too much of your kindness, will it be possible for you to email the pics you posted here when you have time?If not, fine by me.Thank you once again for sharing your pictures here.
Best- Vikram
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Tozman
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Post subject: Re: Russian Beauties: MTs Shotguns by TSKIB SOO (pictures) Posted: Wed Jun 10, 2009 9:37 am |
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Vikram, Thanks for the interest. The manufacturers of these fine guns (Tskib Soo) has a new website: http://www.tulatskib.ru/You may contact them and ask who is importing these firearms in England. There used to be an importer (can't remember who it was). I know, because I read an article in a magazine a couple of years ago. Good luck. As for the pictures, some of them are from this Russian forum : http://talks.guns.ru/forummessage/1/089649.htmlJust click on the photos and you will get a high resolution version of them.
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Tozman
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Post subject: Re: Russian Beauties: MTs Shotguns by TSKIB SOO (pictures) Posted: Wed Jun 10, 2009 9:47 am |
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Post subject: Re: Russian Beauties: MTs Shotguns by TSKIB SOO (pictures) Posted: Wed Jun 10, 2009 2:12 pm |
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Tozman,it appears that the spring and the hammer in the mt7 looks very like those in an mt8 01.Could you find out if these would be interchangable.
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vikram
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Post subject: Re: Russian Beauties: MTs Shotguns by TSKIB SOO (pictures) Posted: Wed Jun 10, 2009 7:38 pm |
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Tozman,
Thank you for the info and the links.Appreciate it.
Best- Vikram
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Post subject: Re: Russian Beauties: MTs Shotguns by TSKIB SOO (pictures) Posted: Tue Jun 23, 2009 6:03 am |
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Is there any reason why they stopped making the guns with the Greener bolt? I always liked that in a 'heavy use' shotgun (feels solid).
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Post subject: Re: Russian Beauties: MTs Shotguns by TSKIB SOO (pictures) Posted: Thu Aug 06, 2009 9:13 am |
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OK guys the MTS-11 at the top of this page is now for sale. Sensible offers considered
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