The firearm thread

[TheDemonLord]

On a non-political note.

One for the older generation - What is everyone's thoughts on MilSurp .303 British Ammo? I was sighting in my SMLE the other day and it's shooting a bit high - one of the guys reckons it's because I'm using 150 grain modern ammo, whereas the standard british stuff is around 170-180 grains.

There's some good deals on at the mo for Greek Surplus Ammo - so wondering if anyone has any experience with it?

[scumdog]

On a non-political note.

One for the older generation - What is everyone's thoughts on MilSurp .303 British Ammo? I was sighting in my SMLE the other day and it's shooting a bit high - one of the guys reckons it's because I'm using 150 grain modern ammo, whereas the standard british stuff is around 170-180 grains.

There's some good deals on at the mo for Greek Surplus Ammo - so wondering if anyone has any experience with it?

Always a possibility, how much higher than point of aim was it?

[TheDemonLord]

Always a possibility, how much higher than point of aim was it?

About ~100mm above point of aim at 100m

[pritch]

The material I have handy mostly predates the .303 but a quick look on the 'Net produced the information that the WW2 Mark VII ammunition contained a 174gr bullet. The Mark VIII designed for the Vickers is not recommended for use in rifles.

[TheDemonLord]

The material I have handy mostly predates the .303 but a quick look on the 'Net produced the information that the WW2 Mark VII ammunition contained a 174gr bullet. The Mark VIII designed for the Vickers is not recommended for use in rifles.

That lines up with what I was told - I've done a bit further reading since posting that - some sources indicate that it probably has been Battle-Zero'd for 300 Yards, which is why it's shooting a bit high at 100m.

Not sure if I want to swap out the front post with a different one for a 100m zero.

Decisions Decisions.

[frogfeaturesFZR]

The Greek stuff varies in quality, most of it’s ok.
I did have one batch, quite corroded even after being tumbled, and after few misfire's / hangfires I binned it
Did pull the projectiles though.
You know a Classic Lee loader and your old fired cases and you’re all set to reload ?
Provided you can get powder, primers, projectiles of course ?

[TheDemonLord]

The Greek stuff varies in quality, most of it’s ok.
I did have one batch, quite corroded even after being tumbled, and after few misfire's / hangfires I binned it
Did pull the projectiles though.
You know a Classic Lee loader and your old fired cases and you’re all set to reload ?
Provided you can get powder, primers, projectiles of course ?

I've been looking at getting a Reloading set - for the moment though, my old spent brass is proving excellent currency for Favors.

I did look at a reloading setup, but I'm one of those 'Buy good quality' stuff people, and unfortunately Winter has been pricey this year - so it's on the backburner.

That said - I hear you about the unobtanium of Primers, Powder and Projectiles.

[TheDemonLord]

https://youtube.com/shorts/rQ9KdMbF7Bw

Yes, I am highly amused.

[frogfeaturesFZR]

A new project. Barrel looks great, actions good, stock needs a clean up, but no cracks.

[pritch]

There was a guy in Hawera was married to a Scandewegian lady. He'd import used Husqvarna and Carl Gustaf rifles and sell them here. They came in useful calibres, mostly not quite as steamy as yours though. Enjoy.

[TheDemonLord]

A new project. Barrel looks great, actions good, stock needs a clean up, but no cracks.

That's a lovely looking Rifle, can't wait to see the finished version!

[pritch]

Have you seen the interviews with the Colorado shooter's dad. He was more concerned initially with the thought that his son might be gay than he was with the thought he might be a mass murderer. "Republicans don't do gay."

Except of course they do.

[frogfeaturesFZR]

Cleaned up the checkering, 8 coats of tru oil, and touched up the bluing.
Happy with the way she turned out.

I wasn’t aiming for new, I reckon she’s earned those dings.

[pritch]

Very nice.

[husaberg]