Romanian PSL

[Gun Wielding Maniac]

I'm wondering where this "you shouldn't use heavy ball in it" stuff came from. According to what engineering data or what source? Is there actual proof that this causes harm to the rifles? I'm unconvinced.

 

[Golden Hound]

For the love of Mike, why can't they offer a PSL with the Dragunov-style straight-line buttstock? I hate the look of the bulgy, curvy, weird butt of the PSL. I might consider buying one if they made one which looked more like the Dragunov and less like some weird bastardized stepchild of it. Also, all the morons listing the PSL as a Dragunov on Gunbroker should be called out for false advertising.

 

[Ash]

They do offer a straight-line stock like the Dragunov that requires a cheek pad. The PSL stock is designed, at least in theory, to not require a cheek pad. The design is purposeful and for a bunch of folks works fine.

I actually find the PSL stock better overall than the SVD for two reasons: better grip and shock-absorbing butt-plate. The PSL I have has a thinner grip than the SVD I have (no, not Tigr). The butt plate on the PSL is spring-loaded which helps tame recoil and that is nice. The SVD cheek pad is more comfortable than the PSL's curved wood, but in all other ways I find the PSL more comfortable.

Mis-labeling the PSL as a Dragunov can be irritating, but it doesn't really bother me anymore. There is far too much info on the internet that is far too easy to acquire for anyone to claim ignorance when making a purchase. That is just plain stupid on an auction site when you can type in "Dragunov" on Google in a separate tab and get all the info you need. Someone who doesn't have a computer but buys one from a catalogue might have some room to gripe, but even then, if they don't mind shelling out that kind of cash without researching the product they should not mind getting something that is not an SVD. If they are upset, they can sell their rifle for what they paid for it.

Ash

 

[SoCalShooter]

re:logan 5

I planned on loading for it, friend has the dies already.

 

[Vaarok]

The manual says use 147 grain light ball. Enough proof for me.

 

[jpwilly]

I'm not going to try to convince anyone. There are plenty of sources that say heavy ball = bad for PSL go find them. It's not my problem if somebody does shoot heavy ball consistantly and bends or breaks something. Have fun your guns!

 

[Deer Hunter]

I've heard switching out recoil springs with something stronger will allow you to shoot heavier loads. Any truth in this?

 

[Vaarok]

No, the issue is with the powder burn rate and when it hits the gas piston. Recoil spring just affects how the bolt slides backwards, not if it unlocks before pressure has dropped to a safe level or not.

 

[jpwilly]

Vaarok, correct just like any gas system powder burn rates and bullet weight will effect it...if the PSL had an adjustable gas valve you could shoot whatever you like. It was engineered around the use of 150gr fmjbt sniper ammo...or light ball. Good rifles though and I'm sure they can take a good amount of abuse just like an AK.

 

[SoCalShooter]

Wow thats really good to know guys. Thanks I am still thinking of loading for it though. Do any of you who own one actually load for it or do you use the bulk surplus through it.

 

[Deer Hunter]

Wolf and barunal "light ball" loads are availible and do well in the PSL.