I ordered a 1903A1 Springfield in very good condition 25 years ago. What I received 90+ days after my check was cashed was a battlefield relic. The rifle was missing parts, the metal had been spray painted with cold galvanizing. Bore condition was a pitted smoothbore. Also the stock was cracked and missing part of the fore end. After many attempted calls a woman answered and said there was nothing she could do. My uncle was an attorney, he wrote them a threatening letter. It went on and on they finally took the rifle back and I got my money back less shipping both ways and my time and my uncles time. Swore I would never deal with them again. I can’t believe they are still in business. I’ve never heard anything good about them since. The gun show boys all said they have a terrible reputation. If they are finally out of business what took so long?

@MidwesternFC

11 ай бұрын

Still going. I have no idea. Some people seem to have good experiences with them. I had to try and see for myself. Now I know. At least I have something I can use or trade in the future. Everyone that missed out on the good 'ol days are always looking for some kind of "deal".

@Democrats-Are-Idiots

8 ай бұрын

😂😂😂😂

I bought a Yugo 20 years ago 4 139 bucks with grenade sights, great gun

🇦🇺😎👍We aren’t allowed those rifles down here. Actually we aren’t allowed a lot of things down under

@MidwesternFC

7 ай бұрын

I'm sorry to hear that. Truly unfortunate for future generations. Thanks for watching and for the comment. Best wishes to you over there!

@kjhnsn7296

7 ай бұрын

Good for you. You are also missing out on mass shootings, school shootings, etc.. that have become the norm here in the US...

@bigtrev761

7 ай бұрын

@@kjhnsn7296 🇦🇺😎👍We had a couple many years ago and one was questionable. Nowadays we have more guns than ever in Australias history. I think it’s a cultural thing. Australians are slow to anger. We notice people of other cultures are very different , but it doesn’t make us perfect

I have an yugo that looks like new on the outside but the bore was badly pitted. It still shot well enough but I was able to purchase a new old stock barrel from numrich gun parts and had it installed by a local gunsmith. With all of that I'm still into it for less than 600 and basically a new sks.

@MidwesternFC

Жыл бұрын

Nice! My bore is still covered in cosmoline and gunk but seems to have strong rifling still. We'll see.

You should do a cosmoline flight. Like sniff different cosmolines and say what country and year and vintage it is. Also you should stab a pumpkin or something with that sweet bayonet. Maybe cut a pizza or something. Speaking of pizza. I heard lil Caesar’s can bring back the pretzel pizza anytime they want but the government doesn’t want us to know that. Is that true?

@MidwesternFC

Жыл бұрын

Dear Sir. Thank you for the recommendation. A cosmo blind smell test would be entertaining for sure. With regards to my favorite horrible pizza, there are many 'theories' that surround its existence, all perpetuated by LC to trick us into overdosing on sodium once it returns. I cant wait.

own 4 yugo's,, back in the early 2000's they were $79 and ammo was $99 acase,,,

@MidwesternFC

Жыл бұрын

I missed those days unfortunately. Paying the price for it now but lessoned learned. Get it while you can!

@seafox232

8 ай бұрын

@timster007 where did you buy your yugos from?

Definitely love your vibes in this video. Not that bad of a score considering the horror stories I've heard from them. One gun channel to another, solid sub from me Edit - already subbed from your j&g sales sks video haha loved that one too

@MidwesternFC

Жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks. I'be been putting off the follow up but will finish now that work is slowing down and I can get back to it. Kind words and much appreciated! Keep up the good work on your end and stay safe out there.

@theblindsniper9130

Жыл бұрын

@@MidwesternFC I am definitely trying my best haha

Damn $699 for an SKS. I guess it is what it is. Still my favorite “go to” rifle. I bought a few ChiComs and a mint Yugo one, looks unfired ones a few years back and they never fail and they eat anything. Get them while you can. Thanks for the video

@MidwesternFC

Жыл бұрын

Yea, Joey....its a different world today. It was $499 but still. I missed the good 'ol days so just wanted something for the collection before they totally dried up. Thanks for watching!

@cooter1352

7 ай бұрын

Right especially when you remember back in the 90's you could go to my local pawn shop and they had barrels full of them for $99 each. They also had fn fal for $350. I kick myself in the butt for not buying a armload of them back then. I'd have a small fortune in resale today and one in the collection.

I just received a WW2 Mosin Nagant 91/30 made in 1931 from Hunters Lodge, it was $378 for the rifle, I paid $20 for hand select and $31 for sling and cleaning rod. I am really happy with what I got, it's dirty, but has a lot of bluing left on receiver/barrel, no cracks in the stock (does show a lot of use), the bore is dirty, but very good rifling. I am definitely buying another mil surp from Hunters Lodge.

@MidwesternFC

Жыл бұрын

Really seems hit or miss over there. Glad you got something good! I'm tempted as well but don't want to push my luck. Thanks for watching!

@jeffell

Жыл бұрын

You may want to re-think that.

@hoffmiermp

Жыл бұрын

It's ridiculous some places charge extra for the SL3 that belongs with the firearm.

Wow, 3 months before shipping is pretty scary ?! But at the end you're getting a good rifle, I really like the grenade launcher and tritium features. Glad to see you back !!

@MidwesternFC

Жыл бұрын

'At the end you get a good rifle' is not always the case so considering myself very lucky! I'll do a follow up soon. Thanks for the comments!

0:01 Bla bla bla talking 2:22 Opening box 4:23 More talking 5:42 My experience, wait time, gun emotions, even more talking

@RUSTYSURPLUS

Жыл бұрын

🤣

Definitely looks like decent example. Congrats!

@MidwesternFC

Жыл бұрын

Sure does! Feeling fortunate. Thanks for the comment.

The sks is great rifle one thing allways done is complete disassembly and cleaning especially of the bolt and firing pin of 5he cosmoline to prevent sticking firing pin may cause slam firing . I keep my Norinco sks clean never had issues with slam firing

@MidwesternFC

7 ай бұрын

Agreed. Never had a problem as long as I keep them clean. Thanks for watching.

got one mint back when they were first imported into usa from a sports store. after a new gas switch it would kick shells easly 6-8 feet in a single spot.

@MidwesternFC

Жыл бұрын

Very nice! I picked up an extra switch also just in case, but its working well so far. Great rifles for sure. Thanks for watching.

I have a Yugo 59 n a 59/66 n I love the smell of their cosmoline.... Sometimes taking out the trigger pack is a bitch with that lil spring.... Many people Knock Yugo SKS cause their barrels aren't chrome lined but my 59 shoots better than my Tula one..... The Yugo's know how to store their milsurps.... On my 59/66 had to get a Murry's spring loaded firing pin even though I cleaned every drop of cosmoline off.... Good deal n be well.

@RUSTYSURPLUS

Жыл бұрын

Hey Mega.. Midwestern got a nice SKS there.

@MidwesternFC

Жыл бұрын

They sure do know how to store them. Interesting about the firing pin even after cleaning. I'll keep an eye on it. I'll have a chance to clean her up in the next few days when I get some time off work. Thanks for watching!

@MegaBait1616

Жыл бұрын

@@MidwesternFC , my 59/66 kept slam firing even after I punched out the pin and cleaned everything spotless..... Basically a brand new rifle.... don't think it was ever used either.... now my 59 didn't have that issue... but SKS's are noted for lousy triggers n sticky firing pins....be well.

@MidwesternFC

Жыл бұрын

@@MegaBait1616 Very true as Im learning. New to the SKS world but really enjoying them so far. I keep telling myself its the last one :-)

@MegaBait1616

Жыл бұрын

@@MidwesternFC , good rifle I like all the Yugo Milsurps.... can even put in a small pic rail with a small red dot without bubba-ing on the rear sight.... Their a bear sometimes to remove the action from the stock.... Remember to disassemble with the safety on always.....

Flip that freaking bayonet out!!

I bought a couple of these Yugo SKS's back when AIM first got them in..89 bucks apiece. like new condition, still have one.

@MidwesternFC

6 ай бұрын

Thats amazing. I missed out on the surplus glory days. Glad you kept one!

@bobgasm1471

6 ай бұрын

I have a $50 dollar Mosin 91/59 in mint condition buried in my safe as well. @@MidwesternFC

They did the same to me I ordered a 16ga SxS shotgun and received an Over under 12ga.

@MidwesternFC

Жыл бұрын

Yikes. Really is a roll of the dice. Hopefully it was usable or you were able to work it out.

Bought one in like 2003 paid 129.00 at a local shop in excellent condition

@MidwesternFC

5 ай бұрын

Get them while you can, whatever it is. Funny these are going for 750 in good condition at atlantic right now. Crazy. Thanks for watching.

You know it’s not that bad ..in today’s world ….besides hunters lodge royal tiger is probably the only remaining businesses still offering anything of interest

@MidwesternFC

8 ай бұрын

That is true and why so many of us cant help but try it out. I've kept it around and fixed a few things and it turned out pretty well.

Hunter's Lodge is now listed as permanently closed, and there's talk of a law suit because of this exact thing, no communication, cashed check, and no rifles.

@cultleader3572

Жыл бұрын

Dam

@MidwesternFC

Жыл бұрын

Yikes! Double lucky on this one I guess.

@inspectorkemp7439

Жыл бұрын

they open tomorrow at 10am, not sure what you are saying

@1978buickman

Жыл бұрын

Their Showroom is closed..but they are still operational.. yes it does take a bit of effort to get them on the phone, but i got my order within 2 weeks of mailing my check, still slow to todays standards but when you do get ahold of them talk to james, great guy and will make you cool deals on stuff that isnt on the sales flyer,

I did get one many years ago in cosmoline . It's a bitch when you get down into firing pin and assembly. Trigger assembly too. But it was in Excellent condition don't know if it was new or refurbished. It is s job cleaning it, you have to completely dismantle it.

@MidwesternFC

Жыл бұрын

Its sure does a good job protecting so I dont mind it at all. No stranger to cosmoline so I have a pretty good system down now. Plus, its lets me get a good look at all the parts when breaking it down. Still have yours? Thanks for watching!

How did you place your order with them? I've tried via phone and email numerous times each with no response. Do I send a letter? How do i determine shipping costs? Thanks.

@MidwesternFC

5 ай бұрын

I emailed them and got a shipping quote, then sent in my order via mail. Good luck!

@donaldnagel2229

5 ай бұрын

Amazingly, I received an email reply from them yesterday. I responded to them and asked for shipping info. Hope it works out. Thanks for your help.

@MidwesternFC

5 ай бұрын

Best of luck! Keep us posted and hope you get something good. @@donaldnagel2229

Thanks for the vid I'm still on the fence with hunters lodge but extremely interested

@MidwesternFC

Жыл бұрын

If you go for it, best of luck to you. I think Im counting my blessings and quitting while Im head. Thanks for watching.

@charlessedlacek5754

Жыл бұрын

On the fence??? Google bnb complaints against these turds...that should convince you.

@charlessedlacek5754

Жыл бұрын

That should say BBB complaints. Interesting reading. Shows many examples of how they rip off dozens of people out of their hard earned cash..a pox on those crooks..I hope they see this.

Your the last person I would ever consult with about a old worn out firearm.

@MidwesternFC

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching either way.

Those aren't tritium sights. Those are the phosphorescent dot sights that replaced the tritium sights for cost savings. Like the tritium, these dots are worn out but you can dig it out and replace it with new material.

@MidwesternFC

Жыл бұрын

You are correct about the phosphorescent sights. This one dates to 1969, the first year they started using them. I wasn't sure of the model at the time of opening. I'll see about re-painting them once its all cleaned up. Thanks for watching!

@SpyroGyroplane

Жыл бұрын

@@MidwesternFC When you do, I recommend Glow-ON. It's good stuff.

@MidwesternFC

Жыл бұрын

@@SpyroGyroplane Thanks for the tip!

@mrdiplomat9018

Жыл бұрын

@@SpyroGyroplane - agreed, very good stuff❗️👍

He dodged a bullet, without even looking down the barrel 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

It wasn't long ago that you could get this same gun in pristine and new condition (in tons of grease) for $399. Based on the condition of this gun you got, I wouldn't call this a deal at all. And waiting for 3 months to receive it? This is one of the many things that concern me about this company. Are they importing these guns one at a time only when ordered? Do they actually have in house inventory? If so, why the extreme wait? Something awful wrong with this company. It's a shame that collecting has come down to a company like this or RTI... I personally would never buy junk at such high prices.. I'd pay $300 for this gun - no more.

@MidwesternFC

Жыл бұрын

No way they are importing them one at a time, that process is way too complicated to do individuals but....they could be sourcing them from somewhere and buying them once funds come in. Not sure. I agree its too bad we've come to this and RTI.....so many people hungry for surplus arms they take risks like this. I just wanted to show my experience so others didnt have to.

#history #9mm #2a #pewpew #pewlife #combloc #yugo #surplus #rifle #carbine

Hello sir.... I really want a Yugoslavian SKS. The prices on them have skyrocketed recently. I'm willing to do the waiting, and I'm willing to do some cleaning. But in your honest opinion, was this worth it?

@MidwesternFC

Жыл бұрын

Very good question and the reason I did this in the first place. I thought the same in terms of cleaning and waiting so I rolled the dice. Upon further inspection I've found the bore to be in bad shape which is unfortunate. So I personally think that the little you save going this route is still a gamble and not worth the risk. Save a little extra and wait for a good one to pop up somewhere, this way you know what your getting. I'll have my final review on this out soon and cover some of those points if you're interested. Good hunting to you!

@seafox232

8 ай бұрын

Unfortunately, all military surplus rifles become very expensive these days because surplus rifles over the world already depleted.

That looks pretty good.

@MidwesternFC

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, thats how I feel. We'll see once I clean it up but so far so good.

@tomc6255

Жыл бұрын

@@MidwesternFC I am actually looking for a SKS rifle myself but so far Buds ran out. By the looks of it, it is Atlantic Firearms (out of stock), J&G Sales and Black Lab.

@MidwesternFC

Жыл бұрын

@@tomc6255 Hi Tom. I was in the same boat, wanting to pick one up as it was something I had put off for too long, so I picked on up from J&G sales and was very happy. It was one of their 'Good' conditions. Glad I got it when I did. Not sure if they are still available or not but if you're curious I'll link my video here and you can take a look. I was happy. kzread.info/dash/bejne/iHiYt5uRnpzHeaw.html

@tomc6255

Жыл бұрын

@@MidwesternFC J&G sales still have them. They have two options: one being a "fair condition" and other being "very good condition" plus the option of having matching numbers. I haven't got into buying a SKS because I was busy wage-slaving since 2020 and people panic-buying them so I missed out. I would buy the "fair condition" but I am hesitating because I don't know what I would get from them. Edit: I made this comment two times but it seems that youtube is deleting them because I tried to provide a link to the two SKS conditions from J&G so I am sorry for the spam.

@tomc6255

Жыл бұрын

@@MidwesternFC Supposedly, the "fair condition" have a blacksmith specil as they aren't 100% functioning rifles. I am only guessing that the raised the price on the good condition.

Now if you could only get some grenades for it………😛

@MidwesternFC

2 ай бұрын

I guess I'll have to settle for a practice one. Still kinda fun though.

Very curious about bore condition.

@MidwesternFC

Жыл бұрын

Same. I didnt have a chance to clean it out but will once I get home from work and report back. Hoping for the best.

nice one

@MidwesternFC

9 ай бұрын

Thank you! Its become one o my favorites.

I dont know why anyone orders from huntets lodge or rti i order from classic aim or j and g is pretty decent but my grading system is different from theres... save your money...

@MidwesternFC

11 ай бұрын

That a good point. Some people just love projects and its the closest they can get to the good ol days of milsurp collecting. I wanted to try once...now I know. Never tried RTI and dont plan on changing that.

Looks good

@MidwesternFC

Жыл бұрын

I'll have an update soon but came out pretty good. Thanks for watching.

Definitely not a Yugoslav M59/66A1 sling. There are two types of slings I have seen in M59/66's. The first one and the one I'm trying to find in good condition is a all brown leather sling with a brass stud, and the 2nd sling I have seen in Yugoslav People's Army photos on Yugo SKS's is a OD Green canvas sling with a metal front hook. Also your SKS has Phosphorus night sights.

@MidwesternFC

Жыл бұрын

In my latest video I show the leather sling I picked up for it. Thanks for watching.

@WingsandRails5893

Жыл бұрын

@MFC {Midwestern Firearms Consulting} And I forgot to mention about a Oil container pouch for the sling.

@MidwesternFC

Жыл бұрын

@@WingsandRails5893 Got one. Take a look at the latest video for the clean up.

@WingsandRails5893

Жыл бұрын

@@MidwesternFC were did you buy your's from?

@MidwesternFC

Жыл бұрын

@@WingsandRails5893 The oil bottle I just had around from another trade. I received a BUNCH of oil bottles so happy I had this one lying around.

Wow! They use to be $99

@MidwesternFC

5 ай бұрын

Those were the days...and unfortunately are long gone. Thanks for watching.

I would never order anything from Hunters Lodge, LOL

Cool, you got the A1 variant.

@MidwesternFC

11 ай бұрын

It is pretty cool. Glad to have one in the collection.

Looks like 1969 from F serial number prefix.

@MidwesternFC

Жыл бұрын

I think you are correct. Thats how I read it anyway. Thanks for watching!

@seafox232

8 ай бұрын

Yes correct 1960s

Honestly I wouldn't be surprised if the same guys who founded this place 65 years ago are still in charge and are just going senile now. The unprofessionalism and poor service is just bizarre considering how they still ended up delivering, at least in your case.

@MidwesternFC

Жыл бұрын

I know. Would be interesting to get some insight on whats going on over there. I know sam Cummings passed away and most likely passed the company on long ago. Honestly cant believe I got something. Counting my blessings!

The long wait is typical of what I've heard about them. It's a gamble. You send them $100, and good chance you'll get something in about 6 months. 50/50 that it's junk or good shape milsurp.

@MidwesternFC

Жыл бұрын

I knew the wait would be long, just wanted to see if something nice would show up. Im happy with this purchase as it cleaned up well but cautious about the future. Thanks for watching!

Its good, not great. Spot on.

Your first mistake was doing business with them.

Last place on earth I would deal with.

@MidwesternFC

7 ай бұрын

Had to try it one!

What's a good surplus sight for usa ???

@MidwesternFC

Жыл бұрын

So many, trouble is...not much surplus to go around these days. There is some but the price point puts it in another bracket. ( J&G, empire arms, axis, classic, AIM, DK, etc.)

@seafox232

8 ай бұрын

Dont forget about Samco Global Arms who was the largest importer of YUGO SKSs in late 2000s.

Does anyone get a good gun from Hunters Lodge?

@MidwesternFC

7 ай бұрын

Surprisingly, some people still do. After some parts replacement and some serious bore cleaning, it turned out fine. Would have been much easier to just purchase a good example from someone else in the first place.

@robertsonwilliam573

6 ай бұрын

@@MidwesternFC My Mauser listed as good was infact "good" as in functional but no matching numbers. my $100 Mausers were what you would expect for $100. Not disappointed but you have to have managed expectations.

To the newbies and lazy:cosmoline mean protection: quit complaining or buy from Walmart.

@MidwesternFC

Жыл бұрын

Cosmoline is our friend. Thanks for watching.

@seafox232

8 ай бұрын

Yes definitely my hands used to be covered with cosmoline at all times when I worked with Yugo SKSs....its the best oil to keep them in good shape for years!

Hunters Lodge has stopped responding to emails, and the mailbox is full. do a review search, it's disheartening what you will find.

@MidwesternFC

Жыл бұрын

This was my experience as well. Happy something showed up at least. It turned out to be a nice example. I'll post an update here soon.

That is also NOT a correct period sling. Avoid rip offs and do not order from them.

@MidwesternFC

Жыл бұрын

Seems to be a Romanian AK sling. I had to try it once. Im done.

👊 P r o m o S M!!

U were lucky. 9 months for me and it was a piece of shit. Now I know why it is check or money orders only. Once they cash your check....you are on the hook. Never again.

@MidwesternFC

5 ай бұрын

Counting my blessings for sure. Used up all my luck on this one so wont be trying again.

Thieves

@MidwesternFC

7 ай бұрын

Its strange that they can stay in business with all the issues.