Mini Fugly Mosin 22LR!

Published on May 31, 2019
Duration: 16:45

This guide details the custom modification process for creating a 'Mini Fugly' Mosin chambered in .22LR, transforming a Keystone Sporting Arms M91/30 Mini into a pistol with a Crickett action and an 8-inch barrel. Expertly demonstrated by Iraqveteran8888, the build focuses on compact design and surprising accuracy, even at 100 yards with tracers. The video highlights the importance of understanding NFA classifications and showcases the fun potential of such unique firearm builds.

Quick Summary

The 'Mini Fugly' Mosin is a custom .22LR pistol built on a Keystone Sporting Arms M91/30 Mini, featuring a Crickett single-shot action and an 8-inch barrel. This unique build, detailed by Iraqveteran8888, showcases impressive accuracy with various ammunition types and highlights the importance of understanding NFA regulations regarding firearm classification.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction of Mini Fugly Mosin
  2. 01:32Comparison with Original Fugly Mosin
  3. 02:46Mini Fugly Technical Details & Pistol Classification
  4. 04:08Accuracy Testing with Eggs
  5. 05:45Small Target Accuracy Evaluation
  6. 09:58Steel Targets and Tracers at Range

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'Mini Fugly' Mosin?

The 'Mini Fugly' Mosin is a custom-built firearm based on the Keystone Sporting Arms M91/30 Mini, modified with a Crickett single-shot action and an 8-inch barrel, chambered in .22LR, and legally classified as a pistol. It's known for its compact size and surprising accuracy.

What are the key modifications for the 'Mini Fugly' Mosin build?

The build involves installing a Crickett single-shot action, shortening the barrel to approximately 8 inches, and adding a Rock Solid Inc. top rail to mount optics like a Vortex red dot sight. The base firearm is a Keystone Sporting Arms M91/30 Mini.

How accurate is the 'Mini Fugly' Mosin .22LR pistol?

Despite its short barrel and pistol classification, the 'Mini Fugly' Mosin demonstrates notable accuracy, effectively hitting small targets like eggs and toys at close range, steel targets at 50 yards, and even tracers at 100 yards, according to Iraqveteran8888's testing.

What legal considerations are important for the 'Mini Fugly' Mosin build?

It's crucial to understand National Firearms Act (NFA) regulations. Modifying a rifle platform to have a barrel under 16 inches requires careful consideration of its classification as either a Short-Barreled Rifle (SBR) or a pistol, with pistols designed for one-handed use potentially avoiding SBR status and associated tax stamps.

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