i don't believe you'll be disappointed in a CMP 853just remember - they were designed to put holes in paper at 10 Meters (32-1/2 feet) with wadcutters - and these guns do that extremely well.chances of getting one with poor cosmetics is slim.i'm not familiar with the 880 and 901 you speak of, but the accuracy of the 853 is second to noneshould you get one and not be happy with it, let me know and i will buy it from you.
The Monte Carlo stock is heavier by a bit and follows classic target stock lines. I think they especially shine in the standing position. The sporter stock can fit younger or smaller shooters a little better. Get Tom Johnson’s Sporter Rifle Tips booklet from CMP for $2. A wealth of info, including how to sculpt a sporter stock into a Monte Carlo with nails and Bondo.
I ordered mine today from CMP. Psyched. What pellets would be the best? I have Crosman match grade wadcutters and hollow points now.
I have a 1985 953 USA Shooting Team model. It does NOT have the adjustable trigger which I think is weird, given the models moniker.I stumbled upon this link just now but I think I'll order the parts from Daisy. http://old.thecmp.org/wp-content/uploads/DaisySporterTriggerMod.pdfWhat is the best way to order parts from Daisy? Can one just call them and order ala Crosman?
Quote from: Stinger177 on June 15, 2020, 10:04:40 PMI have a 1985 953 USA Shooting Team model. It does NOT have the adjustable trigger which I think is weird, given the models moniker.I stumbled upon this link just now but I think I'll order the parts from Daisy. http://old.thecmp.org/wp-content/uploads/DaisySporterTriggerMod.pdfWhat is the best way to order parts from Daisy? Can one just call them and order ala Crosman? The stock 853 does NOT have an adjustable trigger. That is a feature of other models.The CMP guns that do have an adjustable trigger were likely modified by the teams.However, given a HUGE contract order, Daisy would probably do anything for the $$$$$. Example, the MC stock is a 753 stock, NOT an 853 stock.For the adjustable trigger mod, I would use the 888 receiver, and save the work/hassle of inletting, drilling and tapping the receiver. That is what I did.https://www.gatewaytoairguns.org/GTA/index.php?topic=39648.0Just call Daisy, or send in your order form with payment.
Quote from: ac12 on June 15, 2020, 11:37:57 PMQuote from: Stinger177 on June 15, 2020, 10:04:40 PMI have a 1985 953 USA Shooting Team model. It does NOT have the adjustable trigger which I think is weird, given the models moniker.I stumbled upon this link just now but I think I'll order the parts from Daisy. http://old.thecmp.org/wp-content/uploads/DaisySporterTriggerMod.pdfWhat is the best way to order parts from Daisy? Can one just call them and order ala Crosman? The stock 853 does NOT have an adjustable trigger. That is a feature of other models.The CMP guns that do have an adjustable trigger were likely modified by the teams.However, given a HUGE contract order, Daisy would probably do anything for the $$$$$. Example, the MC stock is a 753 stock, NOT an 853 stock.For the adjustable trigger mod, I would use the 888 receiver, and save the work/hassle of inletting, drilling and tapping the receiver. That is what I did.https://www.gatewaytoairguns.org/GTA/index.php?topic=39648.0Just call Daisy, or send in your order form with payment.Thanks for that info.Question - In your write-up, you mention using an 8-32 thread screw for the finer adjustment. Does that mean that one has to tap 8-32 threads on top of what the trigger guard is already tapped for?Also, I forgot to mention that my 953 has a loose barrel sleeve. It rotates very slightly (about 1 or 2mm). Since the front sight is fastened to that sleeve with grub screws, the front sight also moves. I cannot see any way to tighten up that sleeve, other than some double stick tape between it and the rear cover plate.Any ideas on that dilemma?
Quote from: Stinger177 on June 15, 2020, 10:04:40 PMI have a 1985 953 USA Shooting Team model. It does NOT have the adjustable trigger which I think is weird, given the models moniker.I stumbled upon this link just now but I think I'll order the parts from Daisy. http://old.thecmp.org/wp-content/uploads/DaisySporterTriggerMod.pdfWhat is the best way to order parts from Daisy? Can one just call them and order ala Crosman? Yup, Yup & Yup. 888 parts is the way to go. I even omitted 2 of the trigger springs for a fantastic pull. The stock 853 does NOT have an adjustable trigger. That is a feature of other models.The CMP guns that do have an adjustable trigger were likely modified by the teams.However, given a HUGE contract order, Daisy would probably do anything for the $$$$$. Example, the MC stock is a 753 stock, NOT an 853 stock.For the adjustable trigger mod, I would use the 888 receiver, and save the work/hassle of inletting, drilling and tapping the receiver. That is what I did.https://www.gatewaytoairguns.org/GTA/index.php?topic=39648.0Just call Daisy, or send in your order form with payment.
I have a 1985 953 USA Shooting Team model. It does NOT have the adjustable trigger which I think is weird, given the models moniker.I stumbled upon this link just now but I think I'll order the parts from Daisy. http://old.thecmp.org/wp-content/uploads/DaisySporterTriggerMod.pdfWhat is the best way to order parts from Daisy? Can one just call them and order ala Crosman? Yup, Yup & Yup. 888 parts is the way to go. I even omitted 2 of the trigger springs for a fantastic pull.
Quote from: Stinger177 on June 16, 2020, 12:07:02 AMQuote from: ac12 on June 15, 2020, 11:37:57 PMQuote from: Stinger177 on June 15, 2020, 10:04:40 PMI have a 1985 953 USA Shooting Team model. It does NOT have the adjustable trigger which I think is weird, given the models moniker.I stumbled upon this link just now but I think I'll order the parts from Daisy. http://old.thecmp.org/wp-content/uploads/DaisySporterTriggerMod.pdfWhat is the best way to order parts from Daisy? Can one just call them and order ala Crosman? The stock 853 does NOT have an adjustable trigger. That is a feature of other models.The CMP guns that do have an adjustable trigger were likely modified by the teams.However, given a HUGE contract order, Daisy would probably do anything for the $$$$$. Example, the MC stock is a 753 stock, NOT an 853 stock.For the adjustable trigger mod, I would use the 888 receiver, and save the work/hassle of inletting, drilling and tapping the receiver. That is what I did.https://www.gatewaytoairguns.org/GTA/index.php?topic=39648.0Just call Daisy, or send in your order form with payment.Thanks for that info.Question - In your write-up, you mention using an 8-32 thread screw for the finer adjustment. Does that mean that one has to tap 8-32 threads on top of what the trigger guard is already tapped for?Also, I forgot to mention that my 953 has a loose barrel sleeve. It rotates very slightly (about 1 or 2mm). Since the front sight is fastened to that sleeve with grub screws, the front sight also moves. I cannot see any way to tighten up that sleeve, other than some double stick tape between it and the rear cover plate.Any ideas on that dilemma? Yes, I got a 8-32 tap, and simply ran the tap into the screw hole to re-thread the hole.I did not study the hole before I tapped it. With the stock sheet metal screw, it may have only be drilled and not tapped.FooeyA loose barrel is NOT good.I have not studied how the barrel is secured to the upper receiver.
I learned about the used, reconditioned Daisy 853s sold by CMP here on GTA and couldn't resist trying one out. The price was right and the rifle is very enjoyable to use. The accuracy is excellent and you only have to pump it once! The peep sights work great and I'm a happy guy!It was worth the work of sanding down the stock and refinishing it. I had to refinish it twice, because this was my first attempt. I stained it with Minwax oil-based Gunstock and finished it with Minwax Oil Urethane. It became clear that I'm not good enough at using urethane to make the stock look smooth and nice. So I sanded it down again, restained and finished it with Birchwood Casey Tru Oil. I followed instructional videos on You Tube and am pleased with the result. Tru Oil is a lot more forgiving than urethane and it's so much easier to achieve a uniform sheen, in my opinion. I made the fir butt extension and the plastic white line detail to improve the look over the stock spacers that come with the rifle. Here's a pic!
I have a 753, same trigger as 853. I had great results just stoning the sears and leaving out the lower spring (because I lost it.)I'm happy without adding the adjustment screw, and I'm kind of a trigger snob.