Thread: Zastava m85

Iv got one , i like it , its a nice looking rifle , its shoots ok around 1.5 inch group at 80m with Barnaul i haven't tried anything else about the only issue would be the bolt handle its really close to the scope when working the action .

I don't know about the short action models but I had a M70 Mauser action and it was very accurate, the bolt was cluncky but very well machined. was well worth the money.

You guys are dreaming if you think these budget rifles can shoot. I have no plans to get rid of either of my two any time at all. My 223 shoots 11-13mm three shot groups with boring repedity. Also have an M70 in 7mmRM.

Thanks Guys makes me feel positive about getting it now. Just have to figure how to move it from South Canterbury to here.

Originally Posted by Tasbay

Thanks Guys makes me feel positive about getting it now. Just have to figure how to move it from South Canterbury to here.

I may be able to help with that @Tasbay.

Originally Posted by gadgetman

I may be able to help with that @Tasbay.

Thanks Gadget, Have a mate picking it up for me and will hold it. Good excuse for a wallaby trip.

Originally Posted by Tasbay

Thanks Gadget, Have a mate picking it up for me and will hold it. Good excuse for a wallaby trip.

No prob. My wagon and trailer are scheduled to wander up to Nelson next Friday.

so....the one shown above (same as my .223) works/preforms more like a post 64 winchester push fed action
and the other type is more like a pre 64 winchester/true mauser

I Think people are getting confused and its the norincos that break the extracter claw....there was a chap making them out of car spring a while back..