I have grown tired of chasing my brass for the m1 carbine. Especially since it will throw it a mile behind me and or ahead of the firing line. I have looked into a few different styles including the E&L manufacturing solid plastic catcher. It seems to look like the best option but also seems like it would become cumbersome to operate the bolt and charge the firearm when reloading. I wanted to see if anyone had come across any solutions that don’t involve hanging elaborate structures of sheets or strange set ups that take up half a shooting bench. Any input would be appreciated.
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Brass catcher for M1 carbine
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Ivan the Butcher
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The guys that build their own for AR's, use coat hanger wire and a fine fish net. On the AR I used mini bungee cords to hold it on. Make it hang to the left, you may need to start with a few empties to keep it to the left when firing. The has to be enough slack for the brass to eject up and clear the action, yet keep the net from being pushed to the right, so the net and brass fall to the left side of the carbine.
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Mike in Reedley
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Because of the way the operating rod functions, I don’t think it possible to attach a brass catcher to the weapon. I’d try making a tarp/shower curtain on a PVC frame, that stands to the right of the rifle. In theory, the brass would hit the curtain and fall straight down. Perhaps a folded towel at the bottom to keep it from bouncing and/or rolling away. My nephew made a similar set up on his home range. He got tired of the .45ACP brass safaris in the grass.
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I do have a spare stock that had split and I pinned and glued to repair it. I’ve also had the thought of mounting a section of picatini rail to the underside. I’ve seen some brass catchers that mount on rails and wonder if I could make or modify one to fit my needs. I only have access to public ranges where an elaborate set up isn’t really all that practical.
dsf
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I shoot lefty and use this - works with the adjustable rear sight:
M1/M2 Carbine Brass Deflector - SARCO, Inc
Doesn't catch them, does tend to dump them close by. Stays put on the gun.
M1/M2 Carbine Brass Deflector - SARCO, Inc
Doesn't catch them, does tend to dump them close by. Stays put on the gun.
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DWalt
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My answer is to reduce the powder charge enough so the fired cases don't travel so far, usually no more that 4-5 feet, but the carbine still functions. I usually spread one of those blue plastic tarps on the ground in the area where the empties land.
max503
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Umbrella on the shooting bench works for me. Our benches have tops made of boards. I feed the handle strap between the boards and tie it to a stick or something if it's breezy out.
I've heard that the first people to use parasols for rain protection were ridiculed. I believe that it's highest calling is as a brass catcher.
I've heard that the first people to use parasols for rain protection were ridiculed. I believe that it's highest calling is as a brass catcher.
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ArchAngelCD
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I bought this net bag with a flat plastic base and it's held on by 2 Velcro strips. I'm sorry but I don't remember who makes it but it does work very well.
Puller
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Chasing M1 carbine brass used to be my kids job at the range. Alas, they've grown out of it.
Eddie Southgate
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Take a look at E&L Manufacturing e.Store - Brass Catchers. I have one for my 1911s. Works great BUT the ejection port must be relieved. Also have one for my Ruger Mini-14. The AR versions don't work well for me. They have a .30 Carbine brass catcher that might work for you.
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