The successful outcome of the hunt depends not only on shooting skills, but also on the right weapons. In this regard, many beginners are interested in how to choose a gun? The attention of hunters on the arms counters presented a wide range of different shooting models. Judging by numerous consumer reviews, very good Russian-made hunting rifles. At the Vyatka-Polyansk arms factory "Hammer", a series of reliable and unpretentious shotguns was launched. Among hunters, this rifle unit is known as the "Bekas-12 M Auto" gun. Reviews about this model are mostly positive. The Bekas pump action weapon is produced by a series of rifle units that differ in barrel length and caliber. In addition, there are some differences in the design. This article provides a description of the "Bekas-12 M auto" gun, its structure, purpose, advantages and disadvantages.
Acquaintance
This rifle unit is a pump action shotgun. Bekas hunting rifles have been produced since 1999 at the Vyatka-Polyansk arms factory Hammer.
This manufacturer makes a line of hunting shotguns model "Snipe". Price snipe 12 m cars 2002 release: 33 thousand rubles. Judging by the reviews of some hunters, the cost is quite high. However, the gun is reliable and easy to operate. It is noteworthy that the base for the VPO-201-05 self-loading rifle, and soon its improved version of the VPO-201M, was precisely the “Bekas-12 M auto”. The price of the upgraded model is higher and reaches 35 thousand rubles. You can become the owner of VPO-201M for 38 thousand rubles. Those who wish can purchase rifle units at the Okhota store.
What is the peculiarity of the "Bekas-12 M auto" shotgun?
The Bekas-M model is considered an improved version of the basic shotguns of this manufacturer. According to experts, the developer did not change the appearance of the gun. Nevertheless, there are some improvements in the design, thanks to which the Bekas-M has an increased accuracy of battle and is effective at long distances. In contrast to this model, Bekas-12 M cars were equipped with a special system whose task is to cut off and discharge powder gases. Thanks to this design innovation, this shotgun, according to many owners, has become the best gun for hunting. Recharging is carried out automatically by means of energy from the gases of the burnt powder and the action of the return spring.
Description
This rifle unit with a semi-pistol type bed. For its manufacture, walnut wood is used. The stock has a straight ridge, which is strongly inclined downward relative to the barrel axis. Shotgun with shock-absorbing unregulated recoil pad. According to numerous consumer reviews, the Bekas-12 M auto gun is very comfortable to hold. In order to ensure the convenience and reliability of the grip, the developer equipped the handle of the shooting unit along the entire length with special corrugation. Handguard is also made of walnut. It is quite long. If you lock the receiver channel, the forearm will be flush with the front face of the receiver. As sights, the shooter can use a high ventilated bar and a bronze front sight. Ammunition in the amount of 6 pieces is contained in a tubular magazine. For the manufacture of molded receiver use aluminum alloy. The location of the hopper window was determined on the lower edge.
About the trunk
Judging by the reviews, the Bekas-12 M auto shotgun has a movable forend and a pump-type recharge is provided for it. Rifle unit with a barrel, which during the manufacturing process was subjected to cold forging and burnishing procedures. Inside the barrel there is a chrome coating. The barrel itself can be equipped with replaceable nozzles "Paradox" and pay. Especially for this purpose, the manufacturer of the Bekas-12 M auto gun for the muzzle has provided for expansion.
About device
This shotgun is equipped with a swing larva shutter. Her task, catching on a special cutout in the tail of the breech, to lock the trunk. "Bekas-12 M auto" with a spring-loaded striker, the tip of which does not protrude beyond the shutter. Shotgun equipped with a trigger trigger mechanism. It is not structurally provided for its adjustment. The back of the trigger guard was the fuse box. It can occupy two positions. To turn off the fuse, just slide the flag perpendicular to the barrel to the left. And vice versa. If the fuse is on, the bolt frame can only be opened half the length of the ammunition. At the same time, it is impossible to supply cartridges and cock the drummer. In the right part above the trigger, there is a place for the lever, by means of which the ammunition supply is cut off. If you need to take the bolt frame to full length and remove the sleeve from the barrel channel, just click on this lever.
About picking
Judging by the reviews, the Bekas-12 M auto gun is sold in cardboard boxes. The rifle unit is equipped with replaceable muzzle contractions "Paradox" and paychecks. A passport and instruction manual are attached to the weapon.
How does a shotgun work?
At the bottom of the receiver there is a bunker window through which loading is performed. When the fore-end moves backward, the bolt frame begins to shift under the influence of its traction, as a result of which the larva will lower and disengage from the breech shank. As a result, the spent cartridge case will be extracted and the striker platoon. When the shutter frame approaches the back plate in the receiver, the sleeve will be ejected by the reflector lever. The store will open and a cartridge will be fed into the tray with the help of a special tooth, which the left hand rod is equipped with. When the elevator rises and begins to move back, the supply of ammunition will occur. The larva will pick it up and send it to the chamber already. In this case, the wedge-shaped tooth will enter a special hole in the breech of the trunk.
How to use a shotgun?
You can equip the magazine with ammunition if the gun is on the fuse. The elevator feed is taken to the inside of the receiver. Ammunition should be stacked in turn so that the muzzle is directed forward. To empty the store, you need to feed the elevator inside and take the fore-end back. If the cartridge holder, but you want to charge the "smoothbore" with additional ammunition with a short sleeve, the infantry unit is turned on its side. This is necessary so that the cartridge does not fall down into the hopper. The Magnum cartridge case some hunters in the chamber simply push with a finger.
About tuning
Especially for those hunters who prefer to upgrade their weapons, the developer has provided the ability to dismantle the butt. This element can be removed and changed completely or adjusted, taking into account the anatomical parameters of the arrow. If desired, the hunter can equip his weapon with optics. For this purpose, two slots for the bracket are provided on both sides of the receiver.
Specifications
The semi-automatic shotgun "Bekas-12 M auto" has the following technical characteristics:
- This model belongs to the type of smooth-bore guns with a movable fore-end.
- Shotgun 12 gauge with a 76 mm chamber.
- The gun weighs 3.3 kg.
- A weapon with a 535 mm chrome barrel.
- It is completed with replaceable muzzle contractions of paychecks and “Paradox” 1.5 cm long.
- 6 rounds - the store is designed for such a quantity of ammunition.
- Hunting is the main area where the guns of this model are used. In addition, Bekas-12 M Auto is suitable as an effective means of self-defense.
About ammunition
This shotgun shoots both factory and cartridges equipped at home. Judging by the reviews of the owners, it is best to shoot branded ammunition. When using them, there are practically no complaints. An exception is the case if a cartridge with a factory defect suddenly comes across. According to experts, a failure of the system can be caused when garbage gets into the receiver or after spontaneous rotation of the cut-off flag. For cartridges, a weighed fraction within 32-36 g is recommended. Despite the fact that some experts assure that when using semi-magnum cartridges the pressure level of gases generated inside the barrel channel does not exceed the permissible level, it is undesirable to equip weapons with such ammunition. Otherwise, the operational life of the smoothbore will be significantly reduced. Such ammunition for the "Bekas-12 M auto" is not considered completely prohibited, but it is advisable to use them in rare cases.
How to disassemble a smoothbore?
To ensure that the weapon always works flawlessly, it should be cleaned regularly. To make this possible, the shotgun must first be taken apart. Judging by the reviews, this is not difficult to accomplish. Understands "Bekas-12 M auto" as follows:
- First, the rifle unit must be discharged. To do this, press the lever, which is located above the trigger. Then the fore-end is retracted and ammunition is removed from the chamber. Now the elevator needs to be fed into the receiver, the fore-end should be moved back and the clip should be emptied. After the control descent of the trigger mechanism.
- At this stage, a figured nut is unscrewed, the location of which is a barrel clutch. Then it is removed from the store.
- To dismantle the trunk, you need to remove the larva from the breech.
- The impact mechanism can be removed if the mounting pin is squeezed out of the receiver. With its help, the forend traction lock is removed from the bolt frame.
- Now the bolt frame is removed from the receiver, the forend is removed from the clip.
At the very end, through the hole designed for the barrel, the bolt, hammer, spring is removed and the pin is extruded.
About the advantages and disadvantages
Judging by the numerous reviews of the owners, the following strengths of the Bekas-12 M auto can be highlighted:
- Shotgun with a heap and sharp battle.
- The bluing of the trunk is performed in the best way. However, some hunters are not satisfied with the quality. The fact is that in some places it can get off and the weapon looks already less effective.
- Shotgun with reliable and trouble-free automation.
In addition, the owners highly appreciated the presence in the design of four special regular grooves, through which the receiver for the optical sight can be mounted on the receiver.
In addition to the undeniable strengths, "Bekas-12 M Auto" is inherent and disadvantages. For example, the cartridge cutter often fails. Of course, this device is useful, because with it, replacing ammunition has become much easier and faster. However, the flag is not very well located and can be easily rotated during the movement of the shooter. As a result, the cutter will shift, and the hunter may not even notice this until he makes the first shot. The supply of the second ammunition will become impossible for the reason that the system will jam. The uptime of the weapon depends on the quality of the cartridges used. When choosing them, you should be careful. If the shape of the sleeve does not match the chamber, then the shotgun will simply jam.