Does anybody have the ability to check headspacing on a FAL rifle?

 

I'd be willing to pay, or possibly borrow the gauges. I can't justify paying for gauges I'll only use once. I did attempt a gunsmith but both he and I weren't 100% sure about headspacing for the proper measurements so I can finally purchase the necessary locking shoulder to complete my build. Thank you

i used roll pin punches to set up 2 rifles .on the head space gauges, get them because you should check a fal periodically.

I also order my shoulders a size bigger and fit it with a file.

your also going to need a digital caliper 

i used roll pin punches to set up 2 rifles .on the head space gauges, get them because you should check a fal periodically.

I also order my shoulders a size bigger and fit it with a file.

your also going to need a digital caliper

 

Thanks for the response. I guess overall this is my best bet

If you set your head space to tight on the go gauge the gun wont cycle, so dont worry if that happened to you .just take it out and dress with a file . 

I even make sure the bolt is all the way closed the 1st time out , just rack it and give the charging handle a bump with your palm and look at it .

 

Have fun with it ! great gun