Guest stevo Posted October 19, 2014 Report Share Posted October 19, 2014 I have just checked my sticker on case . And just confirmed with figgy about his sticker . And it says nothing about the use of fibre wads . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
figgy Posted October 19, 2014 Report Share Posted October 19, 2014 (edited) Cheers, forgot to ask before; label on the case says to avoid fibre wad carts, can someone explain why that is? Can fire wad carts be used in this gun?Post a pic up if you can. Think they might just be random info from the manual,as mine says the valve must be fitted onto the barrel not the mag tube. With a section number.Here's the sticker on mine. Figgy Edited October 19, 2014 by figgy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WelshAndy Posted October 19, 2014 Report Share Posted October 19, 2014 Here's your problem http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=2FQhPMjX0jQ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest stevo Posted October 19, 2014 Report Share Posted October 19, 2014 (edited) Here's your problem Completely different gun .. Even so i cant see whats thats got to do with use of fibre wads ? Hes on about lights strikes caused be the owner not putting the barrel in correctly . Edited October 19, 2014 by stevo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WelshAndy Posted October 19, 2014 Report Share Posted October 19, 2014 (edited) I know its a different gun....... I was showing the problem he had with his 'o' ring position. Never mentioned fibre wads. Edited October 19, 2014 by WelshAndy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gin steady shooter Posted October 19, 2014 Report Share Posted October 19, 2014 (edited) Figgy, yes I too have that sticker but immediately to the left of it is a 2nd sticker. but I can't seem to import a photo of it using iPhone to this post. However the exact text is; "Attention: for optimum long term use from you new beretta semi automatic, please use medium (32g/1.1/8oz) during the intial running in period. Lower powered, and especially those with felt wads, may not produce sufficient gas pressure to cycle be mechanism." Next to this text on the sticker is a big exclamation triangle sign with "32g only" in big text under the sign. To clarify my last post, questioning the use of fibre wads, was in relation to the break in period, this I should have made clear. Which is my next question; what is the "runing in period" I.e how many carts does beretta expect to be fired (in 32g or heavier) before the period is considered complete ? Edited October 19, 2014 by Gin steady shooter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest stevo Posted October 19, 2014 Report Share Posted October 19, 2014 (edited) All that is saying is .. depending on what fibre shells you use . You may NOT have enough pressure to cycle the action ( DURING THE INTITAL RUNNING IN ) . As your barrel is back bored . as it may struggle with cheap hard wads to get a decent gas seal . mine and figgys have been fine from the off . Stop worrying and use the thing . If it makes you feel better fire a couple of boxes of 32 grm plaswad through . But it wont make any difference . YOU CAN FIRE ANYTHING FROM 24 gram in 65 mm TO 64 gram in 3.5" . In steel / plaswad / fibre wad Edited October 19, 2014 by stevo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gin steady shooter Posted October 19, 2014 Report Share Posted October 19, 2014 Stevo, thanks and yes I have already fire 3 boxes of plastic wad 32g through her yesterday. I'm Not worried, And I intend to shoot this gun as much as possible, Iam just trying to make sense of instructions that don't fully explain why, or for how long, an action should be undertaken. To those In the know; then fine you would disregard this instruction. For those of us without such knowledge; it would prudent to ask questions rather than assume. As I said before, I'm new to autos; so keen to learn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest stevo Posted October 19, 2014 Report Share Posted October 19, 2014 Stevo, thanks and yes I have already fire 3 boxes of plastic wad 32g through her yesterday. I'm Not worried, And I intend to shoot this gun as much as possible, Iam just trying to make sense of instructions that don't fully explain why, or for how long, an action should be undertaken. To those In the know; then fine you would disregard this instruction. For those of us without such knowledge; it would prudent to ask questions rather than assume. As I said before, I'm new to autos; so keen to learn. I know what you mean , but I wouldn't worry to much , your NOT doing anything wrong , with regards to running it in ,,,,, you've done it , just keep it keen , VERY lightly oiled . And go forth my friend and enjoy it . p.s welcome to the club . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gin steady shooter Posted October 19, 2014 Report Share Posted October 19, 2014 Cheers. I'm sure I will enjoy it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
figgy Posted October 19, 2014 Report Share Posted October 19, 2014 (edited) By lightly oiled the bolt slides and rails and the rotating bolt where it slides and rotates back and forth in the bolt block. Any excess oil is soon thrown out. To post a pic from iPhone, email the pic back to yourself on your phone choosing a medium setting below 500kb. Save it to your photos then when your posting go on the choose file pic the phone photo album and pic the photo you want then attatch this file add it to your post and your done. figgy Edited October 19, 2014 by figgy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gin steady shooter Posted October 20, 2014 Report Share Posted October 20, 2014 Like so; Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest stevo Posted October 20, 2014 Report Share Posted October 20, 2014 yeah like I said , that's just on about running in period ,like I say the barrel is back bored and cheep fibre shells ( mainly ) have hard wads and don't expand too well in back bored barrels and thus don't produce a decent gas seal , , However I have been shooting semi autos for the past 15 yrs plus and am yet to find a half decent shell that wont perform , its nothing more than a general disclaimer , after all the 3.5 " chamber is a fairly big lump . also for the record I have had the same or similar written in all the handbooks for the semi autos I have owned . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gin steady shooter Posted October 20, 2014 Report Share Posted October 20, 2014 Yes I figured it was probably a generic sticker. It got me Wondereding why tho. So thanks for clearing that up. I noticed the back bore, or could it have been the focing cone, when cleaning with the mop head the other day; which left streaks at the start of barrel (probably wasent wide enough to reach the bored out section). What's beast to clean a back bore/ auto with? Bore snake? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest stevo Posted October 20, 2014 Report Share Posted October 20, 2014 I always use a traditional wooden rod with phosphor bronze brush and wool mop . I clean with "Phillips barrel cleaner " . All metal and moving parts are cleaned and lightly lubricated with " leiga spray " . I also use the leiga to wipe everything down when im done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crumpler1991 Posted October 20, 2014 Author Report Share Posted October 20, 2014 I use a bore snake off of ebay which are a lot cheaper at £6 and they are good but i had same problem with streaks but a bit of kitchen roll over the bronze brush soon removed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crumpler1991 Posted October 22, 2014 Author Report Share Posted October 22, 2014 My a300 is full camo and i love shooting it but would it be frown upon if i used it at 100 reg esp? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest stevo Posted October 23, 2014 Report Share Posted October 23, 2014 I can only really advise from the reception i would get from my local club . But i cant see a problem . Just place the mag spacer in to reduce it to one in chamber and one in mag . Keep it sleeved until you shoot . Then place back in sleeve in between stands . i cant see a problem . You may get a few looks . But dont worry . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
figgy Posted October 23, 2014 Report Share Posted October 23, 2014 Keep the bolt open in between stands sleeve it and you should be ok. Not sure if camo is allowed under cpsa rules. No slings on the gun, had to remove my sling when I used my semi once for registered. Loads shoot semi autos for registered comps, iirc catamong shoots a Benelli SuperSport. Figgy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crumpler1991 Posted October 23, 2014 Author Report Share Posted October 23, 2014 Yeah iive shot alot of registerd with a auto just never a camo lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
electorn Posted December 9, 2014 Report Share Posted December 9, 2014 Hello gents, been waiting for my camo A300. First one turned up with lumps (ok, chips really) of camo missing around stock/receiver junction. Had a call from the dealer today. Says replacement one has the same issue. Anyone have the camo version that can shed some light for me, are they all like this? I think I may end up with the black version at this rate. I am not going to fork out over a grand on a new gun, with damage, when I have bought used camo guns without a mark on them! I know they are not show pieces but this doesn't say much for quality control. Not very impressed so far i have to say. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crumpler1991 Posted December 9, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 9, 2014 if you want one I n mint condition I traded mine in at elderkins only fired 100 shots loose the vat and depreciation Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fenboy Posted December 9, 2014 Report Share Posted December 9, 2014 if you want one I n mint condition I traded mine in at elderkins only fired 100 shots loose the vat and depreciation If you dont mind me asking how did it go from your post of 12 / 11/14 saying "Used my new a300 xtrema today loved it think its the dogs nackers" To having got rid of it already ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest stevo Posted December 9, 2014 Report Share Posted December 9, 2014 if you want one I n mint condition I traded mine in at elderkins only fired 100 shots loose the vat and depreciation If you dont mind me asking how did it go from your post of 12 / 11/14 saying "Used my new a300 xtrema today loved it think its the dogs nackers" To having got rid of it already ? haha I was just about to say that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crumpler1991 Posted December 9, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 9, 2014 I no i did like the gun but think i have a problem lol i love swapping and changing in last 6 months ive had 3 diff tecknys 3 diff a400 xcels The amount times ive only had a gun for a week drives the missus mad lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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