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MP-153

  • 12-02-2016 7:08pm
    #1
    Registered Users Posts: 1,464 ✭✭✭


    Hi Lads,

    I'm interested in a Baikal M-153. I'll probably go for a second hand one. Is there anything I should be looking out for?

    Thanks...


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  • Registered Users Posts: 2,759 ✭✭✭cookimonster


    I have one and can't fault it as a reliable 'shot any cartridge' gun. The finish is a bit rough compared to other marquee brands and the bluing is a bit thin but I've had it in salt marsh with no ill effects.
    I bought mmine from New and put a hundred 32g 5 through her and haven't had a hiccup since. She'll handle 28g loads all day and 36g without skipping a beat. No need for gas adjustments.
    She'll let you know when to clean her when the first shell may not eject probably, then it's a strip down and lick of the oily rag and your set for hundreds more shots.
    The only issue I had was fibre wads as I found them dirtier and require more frequent TLC.
    The chokes here in Ireland are all rated for steel shot so the original set leaves you with CYL, IC & M. I bought after market flush mount tubes, my own preference and regularly shoot it with improved modified (3/4) for my rough shooting and Mod for decoys.


  • Registered Users Posts: 1,464 ✭✭✭PCeeeee


    I have one and can't fault it as a reliable 'shot any cartridge' gun. The finish is a bit rough compared to other marquee brands and the bluing is a bit thin but I've had it in salt marsh with no ill effects.
    I bought mmine from New and put a hundred 32g 5 through her and haven't had a hiccup since. She'll handle 28g loads all day and 36g without skipping a beat. No need for gas adjustments.
    She'll let you know when to clean her when the first shell may not eject probably, then it's a strip down and lick of the oily rag and your set for hundreds more shots.
    The only issue I had was fibre wads as I found them dirtier and require more frequent TLC.
    The chokes here in Ireland are all rated for steel shot so the original set leaves you with CYL, IC & M. I bought after market flush mount tubes, my own preference and regularly shoot it with improved modified (3/4) for my rough shooting and Mod for decoys.

    Thanks Cookimonster, that pretty much tallies with what I've read. Nice to hear from someone firsthand.


  • Registered Users Posts: 36 Davidcardiff


    Hi I've got the mp155 which is the newer model and I have to say I totally agree with what cookimonster said absolutely great shotgun. Horses out any weight cartridge 24-36gr have been through it. Well built Gun barrel is chromed same as beretta
    will take a slab or two before needing tlc depending on cartridge type
    I found FOBs filthy


  • Registered Users Posts: 2,759 ✭✭✭cookimonster


    ......I found FOBs filthy......

    That's the ones, rotton dirty f*ckers, I think I swapped mine out as quickly as possible, never bought them again.


  • Registered Users Posts: 36 Davidcardiff


    Got two boxes free when I bought the gun shot. One box and gave the other away
    Put a lot of eley superbs 28gr and fiochi f black 28gr through it never a problem
    Shot a lot of gamebore clear pigeon aswell


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  • Registered Users Posts: 1,464 ✭✭✭PCeeeee


    Took the plunge today anyhow. Try and get the license swapped quick now and I'll see what impact I can make on the vermin!

    I'll let ye know how I get on. Thanks lads.


  • Registered Users Posts: 1,464 ✭✭✭PCeeeee


    Took the plunge today anyhow. Try and get the license swapped quick now and I'll see what impact I can make on the vermin!

    I'll let ye know how I get on. Thanks lads.


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