My first rifle, was, and still is a Krico. And I love it.!!! Bought it, second hand, in 1963, in Africa, used it there for two years, brought it back with me, and it's still with me. (2020)!!!
Your particular group of viewers, of which I have been a long time member who only lately has been commenting, appreciate the obscure! Thank you for sharing.
I came across a krirco at my local gunsmith's in 6.5x55. Never heard of them before. In my opinion, I found the action very smooth. I watched your review, ended up going back for it. Thanks for your videos, I enjoy them.
I have done the same, because this channel is hard on our wallets.Since watching USOG, I have accumulated a nice bunch of German guns, that are all tack-drivers.
Thanks for your video 👍The Krico mod.600 is also sold under the name FFV-Husqvarna. I own the Husqvarna/Krico model in cal.222 rem. Great rifle with smooth action, great trigger and superb precision. Have a MTC Viper ir. scope mounted on it and a suppressor. Great for foxing and pest control on longer distance. The only con is that the plastic cap at the end of the bolt is almost always cracked. No big deal but that could have been made better. Cheers!
Hello usog ...thanks for your great reviews ...2 days ago i owned my first krico rifle..its brand new!! 308 ..with woodstock i didnt see like it before..what a great light rifles..
Hello USOG, thank you for the great Video. I too love my Krico (.22 lr), it's a great shooter. About the Carl Gustaf, as far as I know Husqvarna stoped their guns manufacturing in the seventies. FFV then took over the produced and moved it to Eskilstuna (Karl Gustavs stad) and the Rifle was renamed from Husqvarna 1900 to Carl Gustav 1900. After some years also FFV stoped the production (I think because of a split up of the company) and the Productionrights were sold to Antonio Zoli in Italy, where guns with the 1900 System are still produced (actually I own an AZ1900 and are very happy with it).
After Husqvarna stoped. For a year or two, the riffels were manufactured and sold under the name Viking 1900. Then as far as I know Viking went bankrupt, and Zoli took over rights and machinery and moved the production to Italy, where it is today. Many of the last Viking 1900 riffels were sold in Denmark.
I've seen a few of these at gun shows over the years but they've always been in chamberings that aren't my cup of tea. If I ever come across one in 7x57, it may very well come home with me. And I'll second your comment about German guns being smooth and efficiently operating rifles. The vast majority of European rifles that I've seen or shot have been designed and produced with much the same care and passion as their cars. When Europeans make an entry level rifle, it usually responds as well as their top line blued, AAAAA walnut stocked, engraved models with gold trim... When Americans make an entry level rifle, it's got a cheap looking matte finish, a hollow, lightweight, non-friendly stock, and the bolt rattles and bounces as it's worked! There's entry level and there's "cheap", spending less money doesn't equate to saving money! As always, I enjoyed your review and insights. Thanks! PS - I've recently acquired a Winchester M70 in 257 Roberts. If you have any rifles in that caliber, I'd like to hear about them. Thanks again.
Excellent comments on European and entry level rifles Paul. I agree. I had a .257 Roberts Re. 760 until a week ago; still have a Kimber Montana - and that's all I have. I had a pre-67 M70 - but sold that as well. The Roberts, as you know, is such a fine, balanced and useful cartridge. The +P loadings approach the 25-06 - which I like as well. I really like these Kricos - have to find maybe a .243 or .308; the short action would be ideal. Thanks for writing Paul.
Hello Mike I have been subscribed for some time now,I love your vids I am a great fan of most of the rifles you show us. I didn't scroll through all of them but I wonder I you did or would do some thing for us Left Handed people. I have several Winchesters/ Weatherbys etc in LH and as a lefty semi autos are interesting. On second thought the safety on the bar is a pain for a LH Keep up the good work my man. PS like the easy going, clear and clam tone of voice. regards Martin
KRICO is short for "Kriegeskorte" which is the name of the companys founder Robert Kriegeskorte (*1853). Here in Germany Krico rifles are a little bit underappreciated and fall behind the big names like Mauser, Sauer, Blaser etc. but as you mentioned they are almost always a good investment for little money. Greetings and as always thank you for quality content.
Thank you so much! Such an excellent rifle and compared to many new designs - far superior. Robert produced a very fine rifle - thanks for the clarification on the name : )
It’s an incredible quality of Mike’s-his dedication to the people who leave him a kind comment, especially if he’s asked a question, is truly remarkable. I’ve been watching this channel & his Patreon channel, too. Great host w/2 great channels. I’m curious about Krico’s 22lr. I’m looking at one that’s quite old but has a metal magazine with the name on the bottom of it. It looks like a very well made rifle that’s survived for a long time. It’s still got great rifling in its heavy barrel. Were they any good?
Bubba done did the mod on that safety, I admire the attempt to improve/enhance the safety but the end result is truly visually horrible and deserves a double Bubba award, love your work, thanks.
People almost never improve cars or guns, by messing with them in a butchering way.The designers always know best, and wouldn't bubba their own firearms..
Just got a KRICO in .243 in Match conversion. Slick Jeweled bolt , with a Anschütz diopter at the rear . Blued steel, nice wood. Changeable butt plate. Front and rear are drilled and tapped, wonder if I could place blocks on it. 2 lugg bolt
I know this is a Longshot, but I'm looking for a bolt for a K-603 243. The firearm company lost the one out of my dads gun my step mom tried too ship it after he passed away. I've been looking for a bolt for it almost a year now and happened to stumble across this video.
My favourite rifle brand of all times :D And thank you for replying. I would suggest to try the .222 first though. That cartridge is so nice to reload accurately, because of the longer neck. I always had very good luck with it. I also felt that it was way more powerful than people would give it credit for.
Hi, I own my fathers Krico .22. I agree with you on its smoothness etc. it has to be the most accurate firearm I have used. This firearm has to be at least 60 years old now in 2023. It’s possibly older because I don’t know what year my father purchased the rifle but I’m almost 60 and he had it before me. Lol. The accuracy of it is amazing, I shot a field mouse in the head while sitting on the bonnet/hood of a moving car, at night. The mouse ran across from right to left across a dirt track, from one d field to the other, I aimed and fired and hit it in the head. I was amazed I ever hit it. Now , I’m not sure if it’s value, probably not a lot, but I will never part with it.
USOG Hi there sir thanks for the awesome video that very rich in information and really educational just wanted to know your opinion on rifel make called LYNX do you know anything about it thanks and best regards
Robert Underdunk Terwilliger Thanks for answering mate I just wanted a professional opinion on them and why the very expressive and very hard to find??
Hi Romeo - beautifully made rifles - sort of giant Browning T bolts - but I am oversimplifying. Their first models were wonderful - I only handled one; they now have complicated their line and design and the last one I saw had a 2 piece stock and interchangeable barrels and what not. They are a small shop, consequently production is low and prices are high. I can't find a US distributor although someone in Texas had one or some, or so I was told - one never knows. I'll learn more and make a video if I can get my hands on one. Cheers.
USOG Thanks so very much for the helpful information and really appreciate now I get it why it's very price over here we have them priced from $5000 up to $25000 that what put me off about them comparing to Blaser
Hello sir, I don't know how to send messages on TH-cam so I'm just going to ask here. It seems to me that you are particularly fond of the Mauser action in a bolt action rifle, what's your opinion on the Zastava M70 rifles made in Serbia? They are very affordable Mauser actions and appear to have a good bluing finish. Many thanks!
Fine rifles and actions; remarkable buys. I had a .223 and a 7X57 - brilliantly accurate. They capture the essence of the Mauser - while somehow keeping their rifles affordable. Bravo!
I have a model "302' 22lr in the mail, and would like to know how you feel about their 22's.I heard they are picky about ammo, and like RWS the best.Krico finally moved production to Kurth Germany, and I wonder your thoughts on their later rifles.
Hi Don, I feed just about anything to my Krico .22s - they really shoot. You're right though - top accuracy is with the RWS and Eley - but that's true for a lot of .22s. I've owned so many Krico rifles and I don't remember a single problem. I'll be shooting a Krico .22 Magnum in a video soon. Glad you're getting the 302 - hard to find.
Great rifles. Quality never fades and it is a shame that many suffered from being left in a corner to rust. I have several 22s . They have the smoothest action that I have found and they all will shoot just over a half inch size hole at 50 yards. Not bad for 60 + year old rifles.
@@UnitedStatesOfGuns You are the best Mike, I love your videos, the problem is that you don't blow things up! You have discerning group of followers who do not require explosions, but rather, appreciate educational information!
Ive been noticing responses to comments are not getting to me. If i actually go back to a video, I find that I did get a response, but for some reason Im not getting notified like I had been.
I dont think it has to do with your channel, I think its a youtube thing. Maybe a way of censoring, or maybe it just a glitch. Ive noticed this with other channels I watch too. HAve you done any vids of any of the Colt bolt actions? I had a chance at one awhile back in 30-06 and passed it up. I think it was called a huntsman or a coltsman, or something like that. I didnt know much about it.
Thank you for making an effort to show people in isolated places some interesting rifles. I have owned a variety of rifles including a number of semi auto rifles. Much of my hunting is done in a dusty environment and most of the shots are taken with plenty of time to get set. When looking at some of the rifles you review I would wonder how they would function in a dusty environment. I have see very expensive rifles malfunction in the Victorian Alps with bit of rubbish entering the action. Not sure how you test for this but good bolt actions rarely fail. It is something to be considered I think.
Excellent point John. I agree with you - the bolts do very well in dust and just about everything; with the Mauser 98 being the best of them. I'll mention this on future videos. Thanks for the good words about the channel.
Thanks for the reply. Here in Australia the SMLE 303 (the longest continuous use military rifle in history I believe and still in use today) would tolerate a massive amount of rubbish, dust and mud and still function as did some of the Soviet block rifles. I think reliability is a video topic in itself and looking at some of the multipurpose rapid fire rifles on your channel I am more how they would stand up. There is no doubt with CNC machining that really sophisticated designs with very fine tolerances can be produced but the finer the tolerances and the more fine tolerances there are the less grit it takes to gum the works up. Bolt guns have fine tolerances but really only at the locking area in real terms. Really enjoyed the video on the Krieghoff slide rifle,
Per here again☺ i had a Krico 700 sa in .308, later in 5,6x57 RWS . Great action and fine rifle. In the 80s abd early they were very popular by running moose and fiekd hunting target competions here in Norway. Sadly German factory bankrupted ,but Kongsberg Small Arms have the inventory of par5s, barrels and gear . Theb902 is made in Italy, Marocchi, not quite the same as German built i feel .
The Sako TRG-S m995 has the smoothest action out there I think they made them in every caliber you can think of but are very hard to find in anything but magnums , they were all made with the same ugly black stock but I have eight of them and they all will shoot sub moa ,Lazzaroni rebarreled some in their Caliber's ,I read somewhere that when Beretta bought Sako they discontinued them because it cost to much to make because of the Cold hammer forged action ,if you find one I think you will. Appreciate it . Thanks for the Videos I look forward to seeing them.
Hi Jeff - good tip - I'll keep an eye out for a TRG-S M995 - I don't know them well. Glad you have a few - I find owning a few the best way to go - in time I would sell 2 or 3 and have 0 money tied up in the rest....that's just me though : ) Thanks again!
Today I bought my first Krico rifle model 902 in 30-06 is beautifully designed and made, the bolt works like a dream. But someone removed the open sights does anyone know where to buy them? It is best if it was in the UK or Europe but it can also be in the USA. I am very pleased with this weapon. And thanks to USOG for your great reviews... as usual. Greetins from Ireland.
The very best to you and all the great hunters and shooters and people of Ireland! The Krico remains one of my favorite rifles and actions; I can find no deficiencies - only excellence and accuracy to spare. I'm glad you found one. For sights, I would buy the NECG island rear sight and a barrel band front sight. I've seen a few Kricos so equipped and they were sizzling - better than factory.
@@UnitedStatesOfGuns Thank you for the tip of NECG I found what I was looking for. I'm very glad and really appreciate it. All the best to you and all great hunters and shooters in US.
The only Krico rifles I have ever seen for sale in stores not online were .22 cal. To me they are okay. Remind me so much of CZ rifles who I believe handles Krico for the American marketplace. Now as for the Carl Gustaf Husqvarna. These are exceptional rifles. I own one in .300 Win Mag which has a Kahles 3x12x56. I will never get rid of the Husqvarna.
Hi Patriot Rising - Krico did have their own line of rimfires; but the rimfires and centerfires are hard to find. Your Husqvarna is definitely a keeper.
Hello - Yes I used to buy from Europe and UK. The seller had to apply for the paper work and the gun went to a licensed dealer there and from there to a dealer here. It all took a long time but eventually the firearm arrived. Antiques were faster. Sometimes someone became confused in the process and the firearm was held or returned to origin - yet with patience ever the worst knot can be undone. : ) You could try to find the dealer over here for the brand - they often know the drill. Best of luck to your friend.
@@UnitedStatesOfGuns I just ordered a well used one in 22 mag this morning. $125.00+ shipping. Wood needs cleaned up a bit, but the metal looks good. Major issue is no magazine. I figured I'd clean up the stock, and use it as a single shot while I search for a mag. Just wondering if anything from another manufacturer might work.
Such a nice little rifle. It's quite uncommon by the way, that the bolt is not jewelled. I have only seen that two times before that one. Does it have the newer trigger system? (aka a little hook on the side to release the bolt, with the old ones you pulled the trigger to release). If you buy a Krico, you should look for that, the newer triggers are way better. They are often set triggers, but that was more ore less a concession to old germanic hunters and wasn't really neccessary because of the trigger characteristic. Also, the newer 600/700 models have the magazine release on the side of the stock, as opposed to inside the trigger guard. There is also a match trigger variety, recognisable by an angeled trigger face. To me, thats the best trigger ever designed by man. I could cry a river, they used to be 80 DM (about 40 €), as a replacement part. Now of course, they are out of production. If you find one on the used market today, they commend more than ten times that. If you find one, that is. Thanks again for the video.
Thank you peterpta! I was hoping someone like you would come along - who knows more about Kricos. This one has a tiny hook or button on the left side - it sticks our above the stock by maybe 1mm or 2. The trigger is crisp and positive. The left side of the receiver is marked "Carl Gustaf" in big, very nicely done letters - but the rifle is a Krico for sure - as you can see. I'll try to find the match model - and I remember seeing the straight trigger target model somewhere - it has heavy stippling on the stock instead of checkering. These rifles are so well made! Thanks for writing.
Krico has sold tons of .22 rifles in Europe. Generally they are rated as equal to Anschutz and similar brands. But their centerfire rifles were popular too. The last models had a thumb cocking like Blasers have today. Slick actions is a European thing since a lot of hunts are driven hunts in one way or another.
That explains a lot - the driven hunts and slick actions. I forgot to mention in the video - the slickest of all actions I own is the Blaser R84 - but it does not have a cylindrical bolt - so I didn't include it. I'll look for the thumb cocking models. Thanks!
Krico is still quite popular in The Netherlands, mostly the .22lr version though. I can't think of any gunowner (hunter or sportshooter) who hadn't owned a Krico at least at some point in his/her life. They can still be found in gunshops, if you paid more than 150 euros for the .22lr version, you've probably been ripped off. There is even a special sportshooting category for these inexpensive little smallbore rifles. It's the only category where one is to participate in a team (of three shooters, sharing one rifle) who have to hit several targets at several distances in several positions (standing, kneeling and on the ground). The rationale behind that category was to keep it as cheap and inclusive as possible.
I had no idea. This all sounds pretty good. Glad that the The Netherlands keep up with some shooting! Out of ignorance - I thought there was very little shooting left. Thanks for writing.
Oh no, sportshooting is still strong. Not as popular as before, though. And not as popular as with our neighbours. And most sportshooters tend to not advertise their sport to those around them, except for the traditional Church parish marksman guilds (similar to German Schützenvereins, except with more folklore and more beer).
Krico rifles were inexpensive, precise rifles, high quality and durable. Many still work very well today. They have always been in the shadow of the Mauser and Sauer rifles, but have a similary good build quality. The first police sniper units in Germany were equipped with Krico rifles from 1980. I own a Krico 700 Luxus in 7x64. The action is very smooth, but I installed a better and newer trigger from the gunsmith Faude in germany. The rifle is relatively light compared to others, although it is made entirely of wood and steel without plastic parts. The barrel is relatively thin, but strangely enough, it still shoots precisely when the barrel is hot. You should pay attention to newer versions, recognizable by a small lever which is located above the trigger on the top left of the chamber. With Brennecke TIG cartridges the Krico shoots groups of shots by 2-3 cm at 100m. Those who own such a Krico today usually no longer sell it, unfortunately there are no more spare parts for it.
I have always wanted to know about Krico rifles their was a .22 that I liked. I know what I like about your videos you don’t come across like a know it all yet you know so much I have talked to guys at gun shows that try to make you feel stupid and they don’t even know what they are talking about I just laugh oh well thank you sir.
Krico rifles are awesome rifles. accurate far beyond there cost. Allot of the Anschutz rifles are in fact Krico made. the Husky rifles were Krico model 600 and 700 guns. they were brought in by a company called Tradewinds. They were Branded as the husky 5000. Tradewinds now defunct also brought in the husqvarna rifles.
Hi matthew - Great note - thank you - made me remember the Tradewinds rifles by Krico and all the rest. I have one Krico in 6.5x55 that is target rifle accurate - I can't bring myself to sell it. Cheers.
Krico is / was quite popular here in Denmark. Especially the model 700 / 720 full stock version. Hunters here see them as almost as good quality - but at a cheaper price - than a Sauer 80/90 or a Steyr Mannlicher model M. There are a lot of them for sale here. The majority of dealers have more or less used Krico's in stock. I even know of a dealer that have 14 of them in stock at the moment, where 10 of them is full stock model 600/700/720 in normal and lux grades.
That is great news Alex - please send the name of the shop - they may have sold them but I would try to contact them anyway - would be wonderful. Thank you!
I've attached a link to their website. Should even be in english. www.huntinglife.net/shop/?search=krico I also myself own a Krico 720 lux (full stock) in 30.06. Bought it for close to nothing in basically unfired condition a year or so ago. I don't use it a whole load, but it's nice rifle to have in the collection.
Hi Andrew - Good to own a few of these. Someone told me the safety might have been modified due to a handicap - which makes sense and the mod seem better.
Never heard of Krico, looks like a fine rifle. As far as the safety goes the person who wanted it moved may have had a disability. My neighbor has a heavily sporterised 7.7 Jap. His arthritis prevents him from using the safety so he wants me to install a Timney trigger group with a more traditional hunting rifle style safety. Thanks for sharing.
USOG thanks for another great video. Don't you dare replace the triple deuce, it was a record holder don't you know. The .223 is ubiquitous and even I can afford the .222, sadly a lot of people probably though that way, the CZ 527 is no longer made in .222 only .223 and .22 hornet. Rifles still plenty available, but no new ones coming out. The Europeans chamber that cartridge more than American do or so it seems.
CZ produces great rifles but they sell most of them in the USA. We in Europe have to wait a long time or even don't get them. I can recommend the CZ527 6,5 Grendel. It is an excellent lightweight hunting rifle.
Thanks Wolfgang - I didn't know that they are harder to find over there. Interesting. For sure the 527 is a brilliant rifle - and the 6.5 Grendel - a surprisingly effective round - I like it a lot. All the best to you in Germany.
Hi Rupert, You have so much experience. I wonder - is the .458 Lott that much better than the .458 Win. Mag.? Several people have asked. I see a ballistic advantage in the Lott - is it necessary? Please let me know when convenient for you.
Excuse the delay,just back from a venison collecting trip.Like many things theory and practice are not always the same,and this is an example.True,on paper the Lott is superior,but the question is,is it necessary? It is well documented that the Win.Mag went through teething pains, powder wise. But that was 60 years ago and it was soon sorted out. It`s popularity answers the question.The Win.Mag is standard issue in nearly all game departments in Africa.It is standard issue at all game lodges and with guides in national parks,many professional hunters carry it. If they entrust their lives and the lives of their clients, it has to be able to do the job, and to do it reliably and safely,and it does! The reason I settled for a 375 H&H for carry in Big Five country and not a 458Win Mag,. was because I felt the former would be of a more wider use in the general hunting field .Having said that I would dearly love to own a 458 Win Mag Model 70 African!
The Crown rests it's case. I agree. The .458 stands without shame; an awesome, capable and proven cartridge. All it needs, is a capable shot. Thank you so much for your expertise.
My first rifle, was, and still is a Krico.
And I love it.!!!
Bought it, second hand, in 1963, in Africa, used it there for two years, brought it back with me, and it's still with me. (2020)!!!
Can you tell me please which year made the krico. 22LR AL 302?
From a regular viewer, I simply want to say thank you for your fine, intelligent and professional work.
Your particular group of viewers, of which I have been a long time member who only lately has been commenting, appreciate the obscure! Thank you for sharing.
I came across a krirco at my local gunsmith's in 6.5x55.
Never heard of them before.
In my opinion, I found the action very smooth.
I watched your review, ended up going back for it.
Thanks for your videos, I enjoy them.
I have done the same, because this channel is hard on our wallets.Since watching USOG, I have accumulated a nice bunch of German guns, that are all tack-drivers.
Thanks for your video 👍The Krico mod.600 is also sold under the name FFV-Husqvarna. I own the Husqvarna/Krico model in cal.222 rem. Great rifle with smooth action, great trigger and superb precision. Have a MTC Viper ir. scope mounted on it and a suppressor. Great for foxing and pest control on longer distance. The only con is that the plastic cap at the end of the bolt is almost always cracked. No big deal but that could have been made better. Cheers!
Pretty cool guns! Thanks for the video!
Very informed man in the matter of sporting quality firearms. A pleasure to listen and see the variety of display.
You are doing a fine job of showing and providing historical and technical information. I made sure to subscribe to your blog.
Thank you George!
Love those posters behind you.
Thank You For this Video 😀😀
Hello usog ...thanks for your great reviews ...2 days ago i owned my first krico rifle..its brand new!! 308 ..with woodstock i didnt see like it before..what a great light rifles..
Krico 22LR was my first rifle. Smooth action I could cycle the bolt with just one finger
Can you do a video about BSA rifles.??
Love them.!!
Thanks in advance.
My favourite gun used in my missions
Hello USOG, thank you for the great Video. I too love my Krico (.22 lr), it's a great shooter.
About the Carl Gustaf, as far as I know Husqvarna stoped their guns manufacturing in the seventies. FFV then took over the produced and moved it to Eskilstuna (Karl Gustavs stad) and the Rifle was renamed from Husqvarna 1900 to Carl Gustav 1900. After some years also FFV stoped the production (I think because of a split up of the company) and the Productionrights were sold to Antonio Zoli in Italy, where guns with the 1900 System are still produced (actually I own an AZ1900 and are very happy with it).
After Husqvarna stoped. For a year or two, the riffels were manufactured and sold under the name Viking 1900. Then as far as I know Viking went bankrupt, and Zoli took over rights and machinery and moved the production to Italy, where it is today. Many of the last Viking 1900 riffels were sold in Denmark.
Another great video!!!
I'm 71 and it's good hearing older brand names I'd almost forgot about.
Starting the 3rd chapter - well done.
Your vids Made me but a krico in 22wmr and a tikka m65 in 270. Thans you for that
Perfect choices! The Krico is fantastic - and not so easy to find in 22 WMR. Glad my video was helpful.
Enjoyed the video .
Thanks LW : )
Great video
I've seen a few of these at gun shows over the years but they've always been in chamberings that aren't my cup of tea. If I ever come across one in 7x57, it may very well come home with me.
And I'll second your comment about German guns being smooth and efficiently operating rifles. The vast majority of European rifles that I've seen or shot have been designed and produced with much the same care and passion as their cars. When Europeans make an entry level rifle, it usually responds as well as their top line blued, AAAAA walnut stocked, engraved models with gold trim... When Americans make an entry level rifle, it's got a cheap looking matte finish, a hollow, lightweight, non-friendly stock, and the bolt rattles and bounces as it's worked! There's entry level and there's "cheap", spending less money doesn't equate to saving money!
As always, I enjoyed your review and insights. Thanks!
PS - I've recently acquired a Winchester M70 in 257 Roberts. If you have any rifles in that caliber, I'd like to hear about them. Thanks again.
Excellent comments on European and entry level rifles Paul. I agree. I had a .257 Roberts Re. 760 until a week ago; still have a Kimber Montana - and that's all I have. I had a pre-67 M70 - but sold that as well. The Roberts, as you know, is such a fine, balanced and useful cartridge. The +P loadings approach the 25-06 - which I like as well. I really like these Kricos - have to find maybe a .243 or .308; the short action would be ideal. Thanks for writing Paul.
Hello Mike I have been subscribed for some time now,I love your vids I am a great fan of most of the rifles you show us.
I didn't scroll through all of them but I wonder I you did or would do some thing for us Left Handed people.
I have several Winchesters/ Weatherbys etc in LH and as a lefty semi autos are interesting.
On second thought the safety on the bar is a pain for a LH
Keep up the good work my man.
PS like the easy going, clear and clam tone of voice.
regards Martin
Thank you! Great suggestion. I'll make a video.
KRICO is short for "Kriegeskorte" which is the name of the companys founder Robert Kriegeskorte (*1853). Here in Germany Krico rifles are a little bit underappreciated and fall behind the big names like Mauser, Sauer, Blaser etc. but as you mentioned they are almost always a good investment for little money.
Greetings and as always thank you for quality content.
Thank you so much! Such an excellent rifle and compared to many new designs - far superior. Robert produced a very fine rifle - thanks for the clarification on the name : )
It’s an incredible quality of Mike’s-his dedication to the people who leave him a kind comment, especially if he’s asked a question, is truly remarkable. I’ve been watching this channel & his Patreon channel, too. Great host w/2 great channels. I’m curious about Krico’s 22lr. I’m looking at one that’s quite old but has a metal magazine with the name on the bottom of it. It looks like a very well made rifle that’s survived for a long time. It’s still got great rifling in its heavy barrel. Were they any good?
Bubba done did the mod on that safety, I admire the attempt to improve/enhance the safety but the end result is truly visually horrible and deserves a double Bubba award, love your work, thanks.
People almost never improve cars or guns, by messing with them in a butchering way.The designers always know best, and wouldn't bubba their own firearms..
Can you do a feature on the 1885 Winchester Winder Musket in .22 rf short?
Would you ever do any reviews of Anschutz rifles? i love them.
Will do!
Just got a KRICO in .243 in Match conversion. Slick Jeweled bolt , with a Anschütz diopter at the rear . Blued steel, nice wood. Changeable butt plate.
Front and rear are drilled and tapped, wonder if I could place blocks on it.
2 lugg bolt
Do the original safety lock the bolt?
Maybe also the firing pin?
/Dennis
I know this is a Longshot, but I'm looking for a bolt for a K-603 243. The firearm company lost the one out of my dads gun my step mom tried too ship it after he passed away. I've been looking for a bolt for it almost a year now and happened to stumble across this video.
Fantastic guns
My favourite rifle brand of all times :D And thank you for replying. I would suggest to try the .222 first though. That cartridge is so nice to reload accurately, because of the longer neck. I always had very good luck with it. I also felt that it was way more powerful than people would give it credit for.
Hi again - I've been told not to touch the chamber - so I won't! I listen. .222 will be great I'm sure.
Could you review the Persian Mausers?
thanks
Oh yes, I have to get one or more first😁
Hi, I own my fathers Krico .22. I agree with you on its smoothness etc. it has to be the most accurate firearm I have used. This firearm has to be at least 60 years old now in 2023. It’s possibly older because I don’t know what year my father purchased the rifle but I’m almost 60 and he had it before me. Lol. The accuracy of it is amazing, I shot a field mouse in the head while sitting on the bonnet/hood of a moving car, at night. The mouse ran across from right to left across a dirt track, from one d field to the other, I aimed and fired and hit it in the head. I was amazed I ever hit it. Now , I’m not sure if it’s value, probably not a lot, but I will never part with it.
USOG Hi there sir thanks for the awesome video that very rich in information and really educational just wanted to know your opinion on rifel make called LYNX do you know anything about it thanks and best regards
It's a straight pull rifle made in FInland?
Robert Underdunk Terwilliger Thanks for answering mate I just wanted a professional opinion on them and why the very expressive and very hard to find??
Hi Romeo - beautifully made rifles - sort of giant Browning T bolts - but I am oversimplifying. Their first models were wonderful - I only handled one; they now have complicated their line and design and the last one I saw had a 2 piece stock and interchangeable barrels and what not. They are a small shop, consequently production is low and prices are high. I can't find a US distributor although someone in Texas had one or some, or so I was told - one never knows. I'll learn more and make a video if I can get my hands on one. Cheers.
USOG Thanks so very much for the helpful information and really appreciate now I get it why it's very price over here we have them priced from $5000 up to $25000 that what put me off about them comparing to Blaser
Hello sir, I don't know how to send messages on TH-cam so I'm just going to ask here. It seems to me that you are particularly fond of the Mauser action in a bolt action rifle, what's your opinion on the Zastava M70 rifles made in Serbia? They are very affordable Mauser actions and appear to have a good bluing finish. Many thanks!
Fine rifles and actions; remarkable buys. I had a .223 and a 7X57 - brilliantly accurate. They capture the essence of the Mauser - while somehow keeping their rifles affordable. Bravo!
I have a model "302' 22lr in the mail, and would like to know how you feel about their 22's.I heard they are picky about ammo, and like RWS the best.Krico finally moved production to Kurth Germany, and I wonder your thoughts on their later rifles.
Hi Don, I feed just about anything to my Krico .22s - they really shoot. You're right though - top accuracy is with the RWS and Eley - but that's true for a lot of .22s. I've owned so many Krico rifles and I don't remember a single problem. I'll be shooting a Krico .22 Magnum in a video soon. Glad you're getting the 302 - hard to find.
@@UnitedStatesOfGuns Mine is marked "Kurth' on the barrel, so it is a later one, when they moved production tho that plant..
My Carl G is in 84. ;). Great video
Thanks Richard!
You’re very welcome good sir!
Great rifles. Quality never fades and it is a shame that many suffered from being left in a corner to rust. I have several 22s . They have the smoothest action that I have found and they all will shoot just over a half inch size hole at 50 yards. Not bad for 60 + year old rifles.
Can you give me some info on a Krico Model k-608 in 223 caliber? TradesWind Inc. Tacoma, Wa. Made in Germany. Thanks
Hi RT - that model is about the same as the one in the video. A+ model.
thanks for your video,I had on krico in 7x64...what a beauty she was...i sold it as an idiot...
I've done the same.😁
Great video as usual Krico is not a name I was familiar with
Why does this man not have more views?
Hi David - I'm not sure. Maybe something about me; I keep going anyway - maybe in time...
@@UnitedStatesOfGuns You are the best Mike, I love your videos, the problem is that you don't blow things up! You have discerning group of followers who do not require explosions, but rather, appreciate educational information!
I have a beautiful left handed Krico model 700 in 9.3x64 Brenneke.😊
Impossible to find. Good on you!
Ive been noticing responses to comments are not getting to me. If i actually go back to a video, I find that I did get a response, but for some reason Im not getting notified like I had been.
Hi - sorry about that - I'll try to find out why this is happening and get it corrected.
Me too 😐
I dont think it has to do with your channel, I think its a youtube thing. Maybe a way of censoring, or maybe it just a glitch. Ive noticed this with other channels I watch too. HAve you done any vids of any of the Colt bolt actions? I had a chance at one awhile back in 30-06 and passed it up. I think it was called a huntsman or a coltsman, or something like that. I didnt know much about it.
Thank you for making an effort to show people in isolated places some interesting rifles. I have owned a variety of rifles including a number of semi auto rifles. Much of my hunting is done in a dusty environment and most of the shots are taken with plenty of time to get set. When looking at some of the rifles you review I would wonder how they would function in a dusty environment. I have see very expensive rifles malfunction in the Victorian Alps with bit of rubbish entering the action. Not sure how you test for this but good bolt actions rarely fail. It is something to be considered I think.
Excellent point John. I agree with you - the bolts do very well in dust and just about everything; with the Mauser 98 being the best of them. I'll mention this on future videos. Thanks for the good words about the channel.
Thanks for the reply. Here in Australia the SMLE 303 (the longest continuous use military rifle in history I believe and still in use today) would tolerate a massive amount of rubbish, dust and mud and still function as did some of the Soviet block rifles. I think reliability is a video topic in itself and looking at some of the multipurpose rapid fire rifles on your channel I am more how they would stand up. There is no doubt with CNC machining that really sophisticated designs with very fine tolerances can be produced but the finer the tolerances and the more fine tolerances there are the less grit it takes to gum the works up. Bolt guns have fine tolerances but really only at the locking area in real terms. Really enjoyed the video on the Krieghoff slide rifle,
Per here again☺ i had a Krico 700 sa in .308, later in 5,6x57 RWS . Great action and fine rifle. In the 80s abd early they were very popular by running moose and fiekd hunting target competions here in Norway. Sadly German factory bankrupted ,but Kongsberg Small Arms have the inventory of par5s, barrels and gear . Theb902 is made in Italy, Marocchi, not quite the same as German built i feel .
The Sako TRG-S m995 has the smoothest action out there I think they made them in every caliber you can think of but are very hard to find in anything but magnums , they were all made with the same ugly black stock but I have eight of them and they all will shoot sub moa ,Lazzaroni rebarreled some in their Caliber's ,I read somewhere that when Beretta bought Sako they discontinued them because it cost to much to make because of the Cold hammer forged action ,if you find one I think you will. Appreciate it . Thanks for the Videos I look forward to seeing them.
Hi Jeff - good tip - I'll keep an eye out for a TRG-S M995 - I don't know them well. Glad you have a few - I find owning a few the best way to go - in time I would sell 2 or 3 and have 0 money tied up in the rest....that's just me though : ) Thanks again!
Today I bought my first Krico rifle model 902 in 30-06 is beautifully designed and made, the bolt works like a dream.
But someone removed the open sights does anyone know where to buy them?
It is best if it was in the UK or Europe but it can also be in the USA.
I am very pleased with this weapon.
And thanks to USOG for your great reviews... as usual.
Greetins from Ireland.
The very best to you and all the great hunters and shooters and people of Ireland! The Krico remains one of my favorite rifles and actions; I can find no deficiencies - only excellence and accuracy to spare. I'm glad you found one. For sights, I would buy the NECG island rear sight and a barrel band front sight. I've seen a few Kricos so equipped and they were sizzling - better than factory.
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Thank you for the tip of NECG I found what I was looking for.
I'm very glad and really appreciate it.
All the best to you and all great hunters and shooters in US.
The only Krico rifles I have ever seen for sale in stores not online were .22 cal. To me they are okay. Remind me so much of CZ rifles who I believe handles Krico for the American marketplace.
Now as for the Carl Gustaf Husqvarna. These are exceptional rifles. I own one in .300 Win Mag which has a Kahles 3x12x56.
I will never get rid of the Husqvarna.
Hi Patriot Rising - Krico did have their own line of rimfires; but the rimfires and centerfires are hard to find. Your Husqvarna is definitely a keeper.
A friend of mine is trying to order a Drilling from Germany. Krico apparently ships. Do you have any experience importing firearms from Europe?
Hello - Yes I used to buy from Europe and UK. The seller had to apply for the paper work and the gun went to a licensed dealer there and from there to a dealer here. It all took a long time but eventually the firearm arrived. Antiques were faster. Sometimes someone became confused in the process and the firearm was held or returned to origin - yet with patience ever the worst knot can be undone. : ) You could try to find the dealer over here for the brand - they often know the drill. Best of luck to your friend.
@@UnitedStatesOfGuns thank you!
The previous owner could have lost thumb finger and that’s why he changed the safety. Happy new year!
Thanks Doug - Happy New Year!
Any idea how much these weigh?
Hi Andrew - I checked and 7.5 pounds seems to be it.
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My Krico 22mag was the most reliable and accurate rifle I ever owned!
Such great rifles - wish I had on in .22 Mag - about impossible to find.
@@UnitedStatesOfGuns I just ordered a well used one in 22 mag this morning. $125.00+ shipping. Wood needs cleaned up a bit, but the metal looks good. Major issue is no magazine. I figured I'd clean up the stock, and use it as a single shot while I search for a mag. Just wondering if anything from another manufacturer might work.
I like Krio rifles. It's hard to get information on them. I have 2x Krico MS 340 rifles at the moment..
I like them a lot as well - I have more to show on the Krico - will make another video.
@@UnitedStatesOfGuns Great please do. I think their rimfire rifles turn up the most in NZ and Australia but occasionally we see the odd centerfire.
Such a nice little rifle. It's quite uncommon by the way, that the bolt is not jewelled. I have only seen that two times before that one. Does it have the newer trigger system? (aka a little hook on the side to release the bolt, with the old ones you pulled the trigger to release). If you buy a Krico, you should look for that, the newer triggers are way better. They are often set triggers, but that was more ore less a concession to old germanic hunters and wasn't really neccessary because of the trigger characteristic. Also, the newer 600/700 models have the magazine release on the side of the stock, as opposed to inside the trigger guard.
There is also a match trigger variety, recognisable by an angeled trigger face. To me, thats the best trigger ever designed by man. I could cry a river, they used to be 80 DM (about 40 €), as a replacement part. Now of course, they are out of production. If you find one on the used market today, they commend more than ten times that. If you find one, that is.
Thanks again for the video.
Thank you peterpta! I was hoping someone like you would come along - who knows more about Kricos. This one has a tiny hook or button on the left side - it sticks our above the stock by maybe 1mm or 2. The trigger is crisp and positive. The left side of the receiver is marked "Carl Gustaf" in big, very nicely done letters - but the rifle is a Krico for sure - as you can see. I'll try to find the match model - and I remember seeing the straight trigger target model somewhere - it has heavy stippling on the stock instead of checkering. These rifles are so well made! Thanks for writing.
I’m watching your video but I’m waiting for you to get to the gun you’re listed to talk about first
Hi Tony - Sometimes I lose my train of thought. Whish rifle are you interested in most? I can answer here : )
Krico has sold tons of .22 rifles in Europe. Generally they are rated as equal to Anschutz and similar brands. But their centerfire rifles were popular too. The last models had a thumb cocking like Blasers have today. Slick actions is a European thing since a lot of hunts are driven hunts in one way or another.
That explains a lot - the driven hunts and slick actions. I forgot to mention in the video - the slickest of all actions I own is the Blaser R84 - but it does not have a cylindrical bolt - so I didn't include it. I'll look for the thumb cocking models. Thanks!
Do you know any vendors selling parts? Not much around that I can find!
How much are krico rifle used ?
Maybe $700 in decent shape
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Krico is still quite popular in The Netherlands, mostly the .22lr version though. I can't think of any gunowner (hunter or sportshooter) who hadn't owned a Krico at least at some point in his/her life. They can still be found in gunshops, if you paid more than 150 euros for the .22lr version, you've probably been ripped off.
There is even a special sportshooting category for these inexpensive little smallbore rifles. It's the only category where one is to participate in a team (of three shooters, sharing one rifle) who have to hit several targets at several distances in several positions (standing, kneeling and on the ground). The rationale behind that category was to keep it as cheap and inclusive as possible.
I had no idea. This all sounds pretty good. Glad that the The Netherlands keep up with some shooting! Out of ignorance - I thought there was very little shooting left. Thanks for writing.
Oh no, sportshooting is still strong. Not as popular as before, though. And not as popular as with our neighbours. And most sportshooters tend to not advertise their sport to those around them, except for the traditional Church parish marksman guilds (similar to German Schützenvereins, except with more folklore and more beer).
the carl gustaf is great but the husqvarna 1900 is even smoother. im swedish so im somewhat spoiled with cheap ($50 - $200) husqvarnas
Krico rifles were inexpensive, precise rifles, high quality and durable. Many still work very well today. They have always been in the shadow of the Mauser and Sauer rifles, but have a similary good build quality. The first police sniper units in Germany were equipped with Krico rifles from 1980. I own a Krico 700 Luxus in 7x64. The action is very smooth, but I installed a better and newer trigger from the gunsmith Faude in germany. The rifle is relatively light compared to others, although it is made entirely of wood and steel without plastic parts. The barrel is relatively thin, but strangely enough, it still shoots precisely when the barrel is hot. You should pay attention to newer versions, recognizable by a small lever which is located above the trigger on the top left of the chamber. With Brennecke TIG cartridges the Krico shoots groups of shots by 2-3 cm at 100m. Those who own such a Krico today usually no longer sell it, unfortunately there are no more spare parts for it.
The previous owner may have lost his/her thumb and only had a stub to work with, hence the safety moving to a more suitable position.
Very thoughtful Michael! He did a good job changing it around.
I have always wanted to know about Krico rifles their was a .22 that I liked. I know what I like about your videos you don’t come across like a know it all yet you know so much I have talked to guys at gun shows that try to make you feel stupid and they don’t even know what they are talking about I just laugh oh well thank you sir.
Krico rifles are awesome rifles. accurate far beyond there cost. Allot of the Anschutz rifles are in fact Krico made. the Husky rifles were Krico model 600 and 700 guns. they were brought in by a company called Tradewinds. They were Branded as the husky 5000. Tradewinds now defunct also brought in the husqvarna rifles.
Hi matthew - Great note - thank you - made me remember the Tradewinds rifles by Krico and all the rest. I have one Krico in 6.5x55 that is target rifle accurate - I can't bring myself to sell it. Cheers.
Krico is / was quite popular here in Denmark. Especially the model 700 / 720 full stock version. Hunters here see them as almost as good quality - but at a cheaper price - than a Sauer 80/90 or a Steyr Mannlicher model M. There are a lot of them for sale here. The majority of dealers have more or less used Krico's in stock. I even know of a dealer that have 14 of them in stock at the moment, where 10 of them is full stock model 600/700/720 in normal and lux grades.
That is great news Alex - please send the name of the shop - they may have sold them but I would try to contact them anyway - would be wonderful. Thank you!
I've attached a link to their website. Should even be in english. www.huntinglife.net/shop/?search=krico
I also myself own a Krico 720 lux (full stock) in 30.06. Bought it for close to nothing in basically unfired condition a year or so ago. I don't use it a whole load, but it's nice rifle to have in the collection.
Thank you!
I own many Kricos .someone has made a mess of where the safety normally sits.
However these rifles are the best
Hi Andrew - Good to own a few of these. Someone told me the safety might have been modified due to a handicap - which makes sense and the mod seem better.
Never heard of Krico, looks like a fine rifle. As far as the safety goes the person who wanted it moved may have had a disability. My neighbor has a heavily sporterised 7.7 Jap. His arthritis prevents him from using the safety so he wants me to install a Timney trigger group with a more traditional hunting rifle style safety. Thanks for sharing.
This is so thoughtful Jake. Thank you! I should not forget that none of us are perfect and a little change to a safety might make a big difference.
Sent the pictures you asked for. RE: old 22.
USOG thanks for another great video. Don't you dare replace the triple deuce, it was a record holder don't you know. The .223 is ubiquitous and even I can afford the .222, sadly a lot of people probably though that way, the CZ 527 is no longer made in .222 only .223 and .22 hornet. Rifles still plenty available, but no new ones coming out. The Europeans chamber that cartridge more than American do or so it seems.
Okay Boris - I listen - it stays .222 : ) Thanks for the advice.
USOG 5.7x43? In metric? I believe i read in an NRA magazine article that it's proportioned almost exactly like a scaled down 30-06
I used to have an Anchutz in .222 The accuracy was beyond anything in my experience, simply staggering. Don't change it Mike!
I had. 3. Krico Rifles. 22. 22. Hornet. 243. All. Great. Common In. Ireland. Especially. The. 22. Long rifle
You're the lucky people Dominic. Hard to find any Krico over here.
All the best, Mike
CZ produces great rifles but they sell most of them in the USA. We in Europe have to wait a long time or even don't get them. I can recommend the CZ527 6,5 Grendel. It is an excellent lightweight hunting rifle.
Thanks Wolfgang - I didn't know that they are harder to find over there. Interesting. For sure the 527 is a brilliant rifle - and the 6.5 Grendel - a surprisingly effective round - I like it a lot. All the best to you in Germany.
Enjoyed this review of Krico rifle.Would love to have one,but our country's bullshit arms law makes it near impossible to own it.
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Hi Rupert, You have so much experience. I wonder - is the .458 Lott that much better than the .458 Win. Mag.? Several people have asked. I see a ballistic advantage in the Lott - is it necessary? Please let me know when convenient for you.
Excuse the delay,just back from a venison collecting trip.Like many things theory and practice are not always the same,and this is an example.True,on paper the Lott is superior,but the question is,is it necessary? It is well documented that the Win.Mag went through teething pains, powder wise. But that was 60 years ago and it was soon sorted out. It`s popularity answers the question.The Win.Mag is standard issue in nearly all game departments in Africa.It is standard issue at all game lodges and with guides in national parks,many professional hunters carry it. If they entrust their lives and the lives of their clients, it has to be able to do the job, and to do it reliably and safely,and it does! The reason I settled for a 375 H&H for carry in Big Five country and not a 458Win Mag,. was because I felt the former would be of a more wider use in the general hunting field .Having said that I would dearly love to own a 458 Win Mag Model 70 African!
The Crown rests it's case. I agree. The .458 stands without shame; an awesome, capable and proven cartridge. All it needs, is a capable shot. Thank you so much for your expertise.
Here in the UK Krico rifles are not unusual at all.
one day you might learn to consentrate at the task at hand.
to me it should have been about a Krico and not a tikka t3.
Bueno, los Krico actuales no son alemanes, son ITALIANOS Sabatti made.