The Brigade Makasi MK-15 is coming! We are happy to announce that CRAFM will be the first retailer in Canada to receive them. EXCLUSIVELY through GRAVEL AGENCY.

The Makasi is a short stroke piston driven sporting rifle chambered in 5.56mm NATO with an 18.6’’ barrel.

- Delivered with a 5-round magazine.
- Delivered with a Side Folding stock.
- The Factory stock is attached to the receiver via a 1913 (Sig Style) Rail allowing modularity & customization.
- Free Float Handguard with M-LOK Slots.
- Full length Top Rail for greater Optic mounting compatibility.
- Threaded muzzle with flash hider installed.

CRAFM will begin taking preorders on Friday April 17th.

Estimated Arrival : Mid Summer

After the long process of applying for my ATC, getting it and needing a way to fill it these guys went above and beyond to make sure I got what I needed. After months of trying to find a 10mm for sale in Canada i found that they can still import a handgun for me. It was quite the process but now that its officially transferred into my name and here I couldnt be happier. Looking forward to a good prospecting season with a reliable sidearm to keep myself out of the jaws of a G bear this year

Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 PC in 10mm

This guys been working on a L85 project and actually got a NR FRT back from the RCMP.

Because Canadian Tire is a dealer-franchise, each independent dealer has some sovereignty in how they run their individual retail location's inventory (i.e. how much of a firearms storefront they choose to run). The Leduc, Alberta location is owned by a mining engineer. And in my experience, mining engineers like firearms, hehe

YouTube review coming soon!

Personally, I shoot my 30-06 with my Barnes Triple Shock TSX reloads.

What do you guys shoot?

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.

Few days ago I picked up this pelican 1770 for $150 (normally $1000-1500) and today I went and picked up this 1750 off the same lady for $100!

In total I paid $250 for nearly $2000 worth of cases (not saying they’re worth that - just going off what sites are selling them for)

Just finished this Rugar 10/22 Build. Took around 2 months to complete. Cost 380 for the gun, around 100 in filament (First time using a 3D printer BTW). Overall pretty satisfied! Unfortunate that the 10/22 has a legal max capacity of 10 rounds in a mag tho.

Idk what to even say tbh it fell 10.5 inches onto the carpet, shouldn’t have this crack.

I’ve been planning this purchase for years. This is an earlier model factory 26 production SKS, unissued and caked in cosmoline. Same factory that made French ticklers, but these were produced in a manner closer to the original Russian manufacturing methods. Still has the chrome-lined barrel, but instead of being pinned like the ticklers it’s a threaded barrel, the hand-guard is wood instead of Bakelite, and instead of the spike bayonet it has a blade. Also a higher percentage of the parts are machined the original Russian way. Very excited to play around with this.

Just saw this post from Brigade. I have a feeling those are headed north.

Well, I am not looking for pity but once again I rolled the dice on a Crusader Arms product...I'm not going to lie I couldn't be happier so far. Yes, same Blah packaging, same 6 doubles end 5rd proprietary magazines...Fit and finish is decent across the board, I didn't expect much different in the way of presentation so my expectations were met in that regard as mediocre. With all of that said, and I know it is still early, but I put 335 rounds in her first range trip and I kid you not, not a single issue, no light strikes, no feeding issues, no mag related problems etc..It just ate every round and ran like a rifle in that class should run. To answer anyones questions in advance, no I don't have money to waste, no I am not a gambler at heart, the truth is, When I bought the original Backland Hunter I read the reviews at the time about the company which were not stellar but at the time there wasn't much as it related to reviews on that rifle and I figured I would give it a try. When I experienced cycling issues I thought to myself I am fu#k3d because the customer service reviews were what everyone complained about. However I was pleasantly surprised with the quick reply I got and they paid shipping both ways for me to send my rifle in for repair. All in all the process took about 3 weeks approx. When I got it back it ran fine, with the odd failure to lock back on the last round which to me was not a big deal and likely was mag related.

When they announced the Backland Hunter COMP, I was slightly annoyed because I had bought the standard Hunter rifle not so many months earlier. Still, I really wanted to be able to use my trigger tech trigger from one of my other guns that has just been sitting in the safe, based on my good last experience with Crusader I figured WTF I'll give it a go. Oh and yes anyone looking for the previous model, I have one that will go on the market shortly lol. Even though I bought the COMP to be able to run my Trigger Tech Trigger, I was not prepared for what I got as a bonus with this version, ALL of the ergonomics are just like my AR, I mean ALL, it feels just like it..yeah yeah I know it isn't, but I challenge anyone who has a chance to get their hands on one to see for yourself. My other Backland handled like a shotgun, feels decent like its the only option we have so deal with it. But this COMP version is WAY different in feel, I know it looks subtle but it feels night and day, that and mine runs like a champ so far. I saw SHOC_DVC on instagram (image is a still from his video) running it hard which I then said screw it and decided to pick it up from Bullseye North. Since, I noticed RDSC has started to stock them as well for you Western folks.

OOPS I DID IT AGAIN and so far I couldn't be happier...However I am only 300+ rounds in, so I will report back when I get more rounds downrange. Hopefully Canada Day bash at a friends farm will be my next go at it, we set aside 1000 rounds of PMC 5.56, hoping for the best ..."please don't be a piece of shit.." hahaha fingers crossed.

Zulus520R on a Ruger Precision Rifle in 22lr. Scope works great and has some cool features. The rifle is a great shooter too all around great setup.

What makes people post their used guns for above new prices? I’m looking for a 10/22 brand new they’re about $419.99 in my area, but every post I’m seeing is like $500-$1000. Why would anyone pay more for a used gun? I’m not even talking about modified ones, or optics or anything. Just a standard wood stocked ruger 10/22 for like $800.

Today i picked up the Derya DYPA 9mm, which i ordered as soon as it was available. Being a pump action, I figure it'll last longer in our climate than something semi auto - It doesn't really compare directly to something like the Henry Homesteader, which was the 9mm I originally had my eye on.

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Here are my impressions after putting about 100 rounds down the pipe.

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First Impressions & Build Quality

Right out of the box, it has a decent amount of weight to it and feels sturdy in the hands. I was worried it might feel a bit like a toy but it is surprisingly robust. In fact, the build quality feels right on par with a TM22 Pro—the stock and pistol grip are identical, and the disassembly process is fairly straightforward.

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The Action & An Unexpected Issue

When dry-pumping, the action feels solid but a little clunky. It is **not** spring-assisted, which is a feature I really enjoy on my Taipan X. However, I was pleasantly surprised by how much better it cycles when you are actually live-firing. Whether the action is just loosening up or the recoil helps, running multiple rounds in quick succession feels more than fine.

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**One immediate issue to note:*\* After about 100 rounds, the bolt holding the stock and grip to the main receiver became *very* loose. This required a full disassembly of the rear portion of the firearm to retighten and apply blue Loctite to the bolts. Was not super impressed.

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Magazines & Reloading

The gun comes with two proprietary magazines made by Derya. Compared to my aftermarket PMAGs, these are actually higher build quality and much closer to OEM Glock mags, so I'm sticking with them for now.

To save my hands, I picked up a Ludex speed loader, which made a massive difference. No more sore thumbs or spending over a minute loading a single mag—now it takes about 15 seconds with zero pain.

**An important note on mag insertion:*\* As others have mentioned, if you slam the magazine in too forcefully, it can over-insert, which locks up the bolt. When that happens, you have to drop the mag and seat it more gently. Because I prefer spirited reloads, I found a solid workaround: leaving the pump forward when inserting a fresh mag completely alleviates this issue.

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Trigger & Ergonomics

The pump action runs smooth during firing, and the trigger actually exceeded my expectations. It's heavy, but you always know where it'll fire. I really enjoyed my brief shooting session with it and look forward to firing it again.

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The Verdict

If you dislike manual-action firearms, you’ll probably want to stay away - if your only goal is to mag-dump a semi-auto as fast as possible just buy a homesteader. However, if you enjoy manually cycling your action and know what your getting for what you're spending, this might be worth a pickup.

It's cope, I know...

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Any questions, let me know and ill do my best to answer.

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I've seen some posts from a firearms retailer in Alberta social media and website and a couple private sellers online selling UTAS 556/308 AR10/AR15 straight pulls.

The rifle from what I'm reading is essentially an AR10/AR15 without a gas port in the upper and proprietary sized pivot/takedown pins to make it incompatible with normal AR10/AR15 but is otherwise it's an AR10/AR15.

Does anyone have any more information on this rifle? I can't find much online and there's no public FRT, I would imagine there's a private one that has not been released yet as it would be needed for importing the rifle from Turkey. Seems odd RCMP would've allowed this to pass as NR.

Jay's Blades and Bullets gave a more recent initial review of The Brigade Makasi. When he first got it, it would not cycle, but he sent it away for Brigade Arms to fix, and they seemed to have provided him great customer service. He says it is a little less accurate than the Carmel with a little harsher recoil impulse but is lighter than an MCX with similar recoil. He did swap in a different single-stage trigger, so it is nice to have confirmation that works. He says the Strike Industries pistol grip that came with it is nice, and also like the slim, light handguard. He did not the FAL-style stock was heavy, so those wanting a lighter build may want to swap it for a less-hefty stock. Anyways, FYI. Thanks!

Im ready to rock for the weekend!! Got some sighting in to do!