{"id":13174,"date":"2016-04-05T17:40:46","date_gmt":"2016-04-05T17:40:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/empty-cases.com\/blog\/?p=13174"},"modified":"2021-02-09T15:40:42","modified_gmt":"2021-02-09T15:40:42","slug":"mossbergs-mvp-the-perfect-project-rifle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/empty-cases.com\/blog\/mossbergs-mvp-the-perfect-project-rifle\/","title":{"rendered":"Mossberg\u2019s MVP \u2013 The Perfect \u201cProject\u201d Rifle"},"content":{"rendered":"
\"MVP-1\"<\/a>
The wide variety of Mossberg MVP rifles make great platforms for rifle build projects.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

For a rifleman there are few things as appealing as a custom rifle. Yeah, being stranded on a deserted island with Dave Navarro\u2019s girlfriend<\/a> is an appreciable fantasy, but that\u2019s not going to happen.<\/p>\n

The primary appeal of a custom rifle is that it is built just they way you want it. The primary problem with custom rifles is that they cost so much. A lot of hard working rifle enthusiasts, like you find here in West Virginia, are coal miners and the politicians drinking the global warming Kool Aid\u00a0are putting them out of work faster than you can load 16 tons! I realize, money can be tight.<\/p>\n

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With its adjustable comb, the MVP LR makes an interesting platform for a full or semi-suctom build.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

An affordable option I have found is Mossberg\u2019s MVP<\/a>. I\u2019ve built two custom rifles on this platform. Not only have I been satisfied with the results, the process was enjoyable.\u00a0The MVP is a receptive platform because of the way it is configured and because they are reasonably affordable. They\u00a0works with conventional AR 15 \/10 magazines, are\u00a0available in a variety of stock designs and barrel configurations, and are\u00a0chambered for two parent cartridges that are very popular and allow for easy cartridge conversion.<\/p>\n

The first custom MVP I put together was built on the MVP Predator rifle. I added an XS front sight<\/a> and a XS Back-Up rear sight<\/a>. I then reshaped the blocky wood stock and added two sections of rail to\u00a0the forend. (I\u2019ll admit some are turned off by the blockish looking stocks on some MVPs, but their excess size allows you to shape them any\u00a0way you want.) This little .223 Remington is a versatile rifle that shoots pretty darn good. Dove’s Custom Guns<\/a> painted the stock and mounted the front sight.<\/p>\n

\"MVP-4\"<\/a>
A unique and versatile MVP in .223 Remington.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

I went a step further with the other MVP. I had it barreled for the .25-45 Sharps. Since this case is based on the .223, there were no magazine compatibility or bolt face issues. I then mounted a front sight and an XS Remington 700 Weaver style base with an integral aperture sight<\/a>. For the forward scope mount I used another Weaver base but opened the slot up to accept a Picatinny mount.\u00a0This rifle can accept a standard scope, a red dot, or it can be fired with the open sights. I mounted a short Weaver base to the forend to allow for a light attachment and ended up with a reasonably versatile and very light predator and deer rifle.<\/p>\n

\"MVP-2\"<\/a>
This MVP is chambered for the .25-45 Sharps and is an ideal utility rifle.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A woman I attended the Gunsite Academy<\/a> Advanced Scout Rifle Course with, had a wonderfully svelte MVP in .223 Remington that had been put together like a scout rifle. Jim Brockman of Gooding Idaho<\/a> might be better known as “Dr. Scout” and he did a fine job with this rifle. So, don\u2019t rule out sending an MVP out to a talented gunsmith like Brockman for a little tweaking.<\/p>\n

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A scout-like MVP built by Brockman’s Custom Gunsmithing.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

If you are thinking about putting together your own rifle, check out the full line of Mossberg MVPs. You might like the Predator, the Patrol, the Scout, or even the FLEX, which has an AR like pistol grip and a stock with an adjustable length of pull. (The Flex Youth is a very versatile six pound rifle that might be ideal for a small adult or youth.)<\/p>\n

In the venue of utility rifles, the Mossberg MVP line has a lot to offer whether you go with an out of the box example or add a little \u2013 or a lot of – customization.<\/p>\n

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Though unconventional in appearance, the MVP FLEX is versatile and easily adjustable to fit almost any shooter. Build options are even more versatile.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

For a rifleman there are few things as appealing as a custom rifle. Yeah, being stranded on a deserted island with Dave Navarro\u2019s girlfriend is an appreciable fantasy, but that\u2019s not going to happen. The primary appeal of a custom rifle is that it is built just they way you want it. 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