r/canadaguns Jun 23 '26

Gun and gear reviews Makasi barrel swap info

61 Upvotes

I'm down in the U.S.

Just picked up the 16 inch version.

Can confirm, multiple parts are interchangeable with AR15 parts.

I personally swapped the standard trigger with a Rise Armament LE145 drop in trigger.

[https://risearmament.com/product/rise-armament-le145-trigger/\](https://risearmament.com/product/rise-armament-le145-trigger/)

I also wanted to upgrade the barrel to a chrome lined (just a personal thing with me). I went with a Criterion Hybrid 16 inch chromelined with a .223 Wylde chamber and headspaced BCM bolt.

[https://criterionbarrels.com/products/ar-platform/ar-15/ar-15-hybrid-barrel-carbine-gas-chrome-lined/?v=0b3b97fa6688\](https://criterionbarrels.com/products/ar-platform/ar-15/ar-15-hybrid-barrel-carbine-gas-chrome-lined/?v=0b3b97fa6688)

While the Makasi uses AR15 barrels, they are drilled and pinned. I used the following Jig to drill the new barrel myself. BRD engineering MK4.

[https://brdengineering.com/shop/ols/products/mk4-universal-gas-block-drilling-jig\](https://brdengineering.com/shop/ols/products/mk4-universal-gas-block-drilling-jig)

It comes with a 1/8 guide to drill the pin, but the makasi gas block uses a 3/16 pin. I found and used the following bushing without issue, it will fit on the MK4 jig in place of the 1/8 guide.

[https://www.mcmaster.com/product/2868T37\](https://www.mcmaster.com/product/2868T37)

I did notice that the 2 bolts that interface through the handguard and the barrel nut were not in line, resulting in teeth marks on the barrel nut from the handguard mounting bolts. I easily fixed it by adding some shims to the barrel nut.

[https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CPQ689XD?ref\\_=ppx\\_hzod\\_title\\_mob\\_b\\_fed\\_asin\\_title\\_0\\_0\](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CPQ689XD?ref_=ppx_hzod_title_mob_b_fed_asin_title_0_0)

Finally, I wanted more of a fixed stock look for the Makasi. Unfortunately, I could not find any ready to order adapters that convert from 1913 picatinny to M16 female end plate. I combined the 2 items below to make my own. I had to Dremel the edges of the Yueoct mount so they would fit inside the anti rotation ledges of the adapter mount, but thankfully everything else lined up fine (the 2 parts even has the same 1/4 bolt matching threads!) Items below.

[https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B09VYFV9VV?psc=1&ref=ppx\\_pop\\_mob\\_b\\_asin\\_title\](https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B09VYFV9VV?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title)

[https://stormwerkz.com/stock-adapters/yugo-m92-m85-adapter-type-4/\](https://stormwerkz.com/stock-adapters/yugo-m92-m85-adapter-type-4/)

Now that I've got it set up, will try to take it out for a spin in the next week or so. If anyone has questions about specific aspects of the rifle, let me know, I'll answer as much as possible.


r/canadaguns Jun 23 '26

Shooting Can gas operated shotguns jam with a different person shooting it?

6 Upvotes

So I decided to test out some of the lightest, cheapest target load out there on my mossberg 930. Picked up some challenger 7/8oz low brass target load for like $12/box. I shot a box and it fed flawlessly. My old man took it with him to the range and he said it was jamming so much with those target loads that it was like a bolt action. I decided to go through the last couple boxes to test it myself. Two boxes and not one misfeed with the same 7/8oz challengers.

I know this gun is gas operated and usually inertia guns can fall victim to misfeeds from an improper shoulder weld. But can this also happen with gas operated too?


r/canadaguns Jun 23 '26

News / Politics / Activism Montreal mayor calls for stricter gun control in wake of deadly shootings

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r/canadaguns Jun 23 '26

Fix my gun Canuck Elite TacOp - First 50 Shells

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46 Upvotes

Hello! First post. I have a turkunelli clone. After first 50 shells (score 00 buck) I had 5 malfunctions. All of them failures to feed. The shells were damaged trying to be fed. See picture for example.

Thoughts? Is this something that may resolve itself as I continue to break the gun in?


r/canadaguns Jun 23 '26

Shitpost / Memes Look how they massacred my boy

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136 Upvotes

Truly a minimalist 10/22 build here, just missing a RDS


r/canadaguns Jun 23 '26

News / Politics / Activism Liberals Were Here

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I could not share or comment on the original post. So here is the original post

There are two reasons the firearms were removed from the RCMP museum.

  1. The current CEO is anti firearms and will not let any resemblance of firearms or anything about them in anything they offer.

  2. They were too cheap to replace the glass and so based on current conservatory rules and law they can’t be placed in there anymore. TBH this display was the best part of the museum.


r/canadaguns Jun 23 '26

Buy recommendations Best “Do-It-All” Semi-Auto Shotgun Under $1,500?

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Which semi-auto shotgun?

I’m debating between a few options. The main goal is to have a “do-it-all” shotgun for:

  • Casual clay sports (trap and skeet)
  • Hunting
  • General range use

Beretta A300 Ultima 28”

This one goes for about $1,400.

Mossberg 940 Pro Field 28”

I can get this one for $899, or the Cerakote version for $1,149.

Mossberg 940 JM Pro 24”

This one goes for about $1,320.

I like the JM Pro because of the 24” barrel. It doesn’t seem too long or too short, and it feels like a good middle ground. I can’t seem to find the A300 with a 24” barrel, at least on Almost Prohibited.

I know there’s no true “one-size-fits-all” shotgun, but I’m trying to stay under $1,500 and get something that comes as close as possible to covering all three uses.

What would you pick, and why? Any other models I should be looking at in this price range?


r/canadaguns Jun 23 '26

Feets / Collection / My build This is my bubba’d SKS, there are many like it, but this one is mine

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96 Upvotes

Walnut stock
Blued bolt carrier
Bad ace scout mount with shell deflector
Burris 2.75x fixed scout scope
Flush 5 round mag
Wayne’s dog cheek riser
Barrel circumcised to 18.6 and threaded
A2 style flash hider
Trigger job with Murray springs replacement


r/canadaguns Jun 23 '26

Feets / Collection / My build Cold War and GWOT SMGs, PCCs & PDWs

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Today’s selection is comprised of Cold War and Modern Day (GWOT) Submachineguns (SMGs), Pistol Caliber Carbines (PCCs) and Personal Defense Weapons (PDWs).  In chronological order they are:

 

 

Fabrique Nationale / Israeli Military Industries (IMI) Uzi  (1954-Present)

 

 

Canadian Arsenals Limited C1 SMG  (1958-1986)

 

 

Heckler & Koch MP5 (1964-Present)

Sterling L34A1 / Mk IX Suppressed SMG (1967-1988)

 

 

Fabrique Nationale P-90 / PS-90 (1986-Present)

 

 

Steyr / Brugger & Thomet Tactical Machinepistol 9mm (TMP-9) (1992-Present)

 

 

FAMAE (Chile) SAF-40 .40 S&W  (1993-Present)

 

 

Ceska Zbrova Skorpion EVO 3  (2009-Present)

 

 

Brugger & Thomet Advanced Police Carbine 9mm (APC9) (2011-Present)

 

 

SIG MPX (2015-Present)


r/canadaguns Jun 23 '26

Feets / Collection / My build Handguns Collections

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260 Upvotes

r/canadaguns Jun 23 '26

Feets / Collection / My build Ruger 10/22 build

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167 Upvotes

Finally finished my 10/22 build and cant be more happy with it 👌
Build list
Ruger 10/22
Midwest industries 8 inch chassis
Ballistic advantage 8 inch spiral fluted barrel
Midwest industries 5.56 blast can (TIGHT fit in the forend)
Sbi 597 adapter
Vortex triumph red dot
Bcm vert grip
Magpul moe tr stock
Magpul moe k grip


r/canadaguns Jun 23 '26

Feets / Collection / My build TM22 Build - LPVO

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r/canadaguns Jun 23 '26

Fix my gun Cleaning rusted guns

13 Upvotes

Have abunch of old guns that where stored in a unconditioned spaced that have rusted and im woundering the best way to get them cleaned up and back to usable.


r/canadaguns Jun 22 '26

Shooting Is it just me, or the average person doesn't know what point blank range actually means?

0 Upvotes

Rule number 1 be safe

Rule number 2 know your rifle

Or they don't know how to properly site in their rifle.Like no wonder i'm outshooting guys with an sks and they have an 18x at distance but I was getting sub moa at 50 yard which corresponds to moa at 100 yards


r/canadaguns Jun 22 '26

Gun and gear reviews Gear questions..

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25 Upvotes

fast helmet, picked this up at a pawnshop today.

They had 3x oneL/XL two med/Lrg.

They were all 329 and 25% off.

259 out the door.

Its tatou brand, quick google search shows its a Recon SF model.

Are these any good, seems to be of decent entry level quality..

Supposedly level IIIa


r/canadaguns Jun 22 '26

Feets / Collection / My build Brand new Henry big boy 357 any tips?

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56 Upvotes

r/canadaguns Jun 22 '26

Feets / Collection / My build Upgraded/Replaced HK barrel

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62 Upvotes

Just installed an HK threaded barrel on my USP (SD variant) - that O-ring is tight and a nice upgrade. Any Canadian available attachments ?


r/canadaguns Jun 22 '26

Feets / Collection / My build First gun after getting pal

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152 Upvotes

Heres the build

Tikka CTR 6.5PRC 24inch barrel

Cadex burnt bronze field competition chassis

Burris xtr3 5.5-30x56 in arken rings

MDT elite brake in 6.5mm

Airsoft handstop and bipod


r/canadaguns Jun 22 '26

Feets / Collection / My build Henry supreme

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Picked up my supreme today. Very happy with it so far. Cent believe how smooth the lever is. Waiting on a rail to come in so I can mount an optic.


r/canadaguns Jun 22 '26

Application / Regulation advice Has anyone from Manitoba got a Olympic exemption letter from a provincial organization?

23 Upvotes

Just wondering what organization, if at all would be the one issuing letters without just going straight to the shooting federation of Canada, and the process for provincial issuance.


r/canadaguns Jun 22 '26

Feets / Collection / My build Ruger Scout Gen II

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132 Upvotes

Picked up a Gen II Ruger Scout in 308 today. Not nearly as solid or pretty as my Gunsite Scout, but I'll put a Burris Scout scope on it and see how it shoots this weekend. Also, anyone know what the little black knurled thing that came in the box is?


r/canadaguns Jun 22 '26

News / Politics / Activism Sks in shooting

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316 Upvotes

I hope it doesn't lead to an sks ban


r/canadaguns Jun 22 '26

Buy recommendations MRA Renegade muzzle attachment

7 Upvotes

I'm looking for suggestions for a muzzle attachment for my new (haven't received it yet) 12.5" Renegade in .223 Wylde. I missed out on AR-15 fun so I don't have anything on hand. Was looking at the MRA Defiant muzzle brake but would appreciate other ideas, preferably something I can actually get in Canada.


r/canadaguns Jun 22 '26

Feets / Collection / My build Love my old Wingmaster

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48 Upvotes

r/canadaguns Jun 22 '26

Feets / Collection / My build Rainy Morning Shooting

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83 Upvotes

Out enjoying a this wet weather the west has been getting. Using the 280AI to absolutely abuse the 1000 yard gong. Need to get this to a mile range sometime soon.

Currently 60.5gr of N565 with the Berger 190LRHT. Going to try out some 180 ELDMs next.