GSG-5 accessories, tips 'n tricks

[DirtyDigz 1,812]

So I've got a GSG-5 on order, wanted to brainstorm with some other GSG-5 owners on place to get accessories and tips for running the gun.

 

Here's a big ARFCOM thread on the GSG-5:

 

http://www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=6&f=41&t=244309

 

And the whole AFRCOM GSG-5 section:

 

http://www.ar15.com/forums/forum.html?b=6&f=41

 

Here's what I've found so far for accessories:

 

http://rrages.com/ - Customized foregrips, stocks, optics mounts and they have 15 round magazines in stock. They also have upgraded fastener and pin kits. Just placed an order with them today, will update with how it goes.

 

http://www.hkparts.net/shop/pc/viewCategories.asp?idCategory=15 - Factory H&K parts, some of which will work with the GSG

 

combat optical link click me.

 

http://www.gsg5accessories.com/

 

Edit - One More: http://www.mygsg5.com/

 

Reviews:

 

http://demigodllc.com/articles/gsg-5-mp5-in-22-lr/

 

 

http://www.gsg5rifle.com/item/77083_GSG-5_Rifle.aspx

 

Youtube user OKfirearms has a great channel with many GSG-5 upgrade/service videos:

 

http://www.youtube.com/user/okfirearms

 

His GSG-5 Complete teardown, screw upgrade and re-assembly video:

 

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Part 4 -

[Maksim 1,504]

If shopping from Combat Optical, use the link below, we get a little bit of credit.

 

combat optical link click me.

[NJ-Tom 4]

Digz- Here is another video you will enjoy.

 

I purchased the screws and pins for my GSG but I have not installed them yet, additionally I have the buffer for the charging handle. The Pro Mag did not work as well as the factory for me, I am waiting for the factory 15 round magazines which were on backorder. If I ever shoot a match like in the video I will install a optical sight and the rail as needed.

I'm approaching 8000 rounds thru mine without any major problems.

Good Luck

Tom

[DirtyDigz 1,812]

Oops, thanks for the forum move.

 

Tom, can you be a bit more specific about the issues you had with the Pro mags? I've got 2 on order and if they blow then I'll wait for factory mags.

[NJ-Tom 4]

Digz - The Pro Mag would not load correctly after 5-6 shots the bullet was jamming, close inspection revealed the angle of the plate inside the magazine was different then the factory, the bullets nose was not high enough. This was a magazine I had borrowed from a friend, I emailed my friend last night he replied that the manufacturer replaced that faulty mag and he has not had any trouble with the others (he has 6 all together). Make sure the follower in the magazine sits at the same angle as the factory, also do not hold the magazine while firing it causes jams with factory and Pro Mags.

[Guest]

JUST curious.. this is a .22 right? what is the ultimate goal of these builds?

[NJ-Tom 4]

JUST curious.. this is a .22 right? what is the ultimate goal of these builds?

Just a 22 . Goal is reliability, the factory screws loosen up and cause problems, don't mistake this as a big build we are talking about a $10.00 screw and nut kit and a $10.00 buffer for the bolt.

[DirtyDigz 1,812]

JUST curious.. this is a .22 right? what is the ultimate goal of these builds?

 

A reliable, accurate and fun plinking toy that uses cheap ammo.

[unloco 2]

I have not yet had a problem with the Promags and i've shot 200 rounds through them without a jam. I purchased two 15 rounders from RRAGES.COM. I also did the screw and buffer upgrade, very easy.

 

[DirtyDigz 1,812]

Thanks unloco. From what I'm reading it seems there's been two "versions" of the promags and the later ones are better than the earlier ones.

 

Where did you get the foregrip for yours?

[unloco 2]

Thas the way it came out the box. Its the 1st Aniversary Edition GSG 5 SD in titanium finish... did a few mods to it and i will post more pics when i get a chance. I got most of the parts including the Promag clips from RRAGES.COM.

[DirtyDigz 1,812]

Thas the way it came out the box. Its the 1st Aniversary Edition GSG 5 SD in titanium finish

 

Roger that, haven't seen one of the titaniums up close prior to your pic

 

... did a few mods to it and i will post more pics when i get a chance. I got most of the parts including the Promag clips from RRAGES.COM.

 

Got a box from rrages full of goodies sitting here myself, now I just need the actual GSG-5!

[unloco 2]

So Digz, you bought the rims but you dont have the car yet? Lol

[DirtyDigz 1,812]

So Digz, you bought the rims but you dont have the car yet? Lol

 

Exactly. I want to hit the ground running as soon as it comes through the door.

[unloco 2]

Nuttin wrong with that!!

[matt6669 71]

So I officially don't like you Digs for making this thread. Now you got my head playing tricks on me. I was only going to buy the base model ruger 10/22 and you had to post this so now Im contemplating getting this now instead of the ruger and paying twice the price

 

hmmmm the options ohhh the options

[DirtyDigz 1,812]

Matt, resistance is futile....

 

Edited top post to include OKfirearms's youtube channel. Check it out, lots of coherent and well produced "how-to" videos for the GSG-5.

[DirtyDigz 1,812]

Exploded view/parts reference:

 

[DirtyDigz 1,812]

GSG-5 guys - periodically make sure your bolt jacket bolts are tightened down and consider using blue loctite on them (They are part #100 in the Breech Body section of the exploded parts diagram above. 3 of them.)

 

Those coming loose are the #1 cause of GSG5 mechanical failures.

[DirtyDigz 1,812]

My GSG-5 at the moment:

 

[unloco 2]

Looking good there...just finished mine, ill post soon.

[Guest]

ttt

 

how do you guys love these so far.. im really thinking about one..

[unloco 2]

No failures yet after 700 rounds. Had a couple of mag failures due to improper tension on the 15 round promags i purchased, i corrected the tension on the springs and walla!! Pretty accurate too even with my Aimpoint clone...can't complain!! "Tacticool" when outfitted with the right goodies!

[DirtyDigz 1,812]

ttt

 

how do you guys love these so far.. im really thinking about one..

 

Cons:

 

- There's no real "field strip" option on the gun, just various levels of detail strip. In order to give the gun a thorough cleaning you have to split it in half which requires manipulating lots of screws.

 

- You have to check the bolt jacket fasteners regularly to make sure they don't back out.

 

- It's finicky about ammo. Premium copper jacketed hollow points work best. Soft lead bullets just can't handle the feed ramp angle.

 

- Not a lot of availability/choice in NJ-compliant magazines. rrages.com is the only place I'm aware of selling 15 round mags.

 

Pros:

 

- When it's being fed the right ammo, it's (relatively) cheap rapid-fire plinking nirvana

 

- It's surprisingly accurate

 

- People love to shoot it and chicks dig it hard. Great "introductory" gun for first time shooters.

[Guest]

thanks for the feed back..

 

just sold my Saiga so will be purchasing something soon....

 

im REALLY torn between this and a cx4 storm in 40 s&w

 

i hate choices.. lol