K31 shooter wins 2013 Camp Perry Vintage Rifle Match with 289-8x out of 300 possible.
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The K-31 is an under rated rifle. Many people shy away from it because they do not either understand it, have never fired it, or do not realize the accuracy that this rifle can obtain in it's original Military configuration.
It has three things going against it. First, it is a straight pull rifle, second it uses a Metric cartridge, and third --it is NOT AMMMURICAAAN MADE! After a shooter gets introduced to a K-31 on the Range, and fires it a few times, the usual comment is "I gotta get myself one of these!"
But that is all right. While some of the unknowing souls back away from them, we will continue to shoot the K-31, K-11, G-11, and the various Ross rifles, hitting those small targets, and smile while we are doing it.
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The K-31 is an under rated rifle. Many people shy away from it because they do not either understand it, have never fired it, or do not realize the accuracy that this rifle can obtain in it's original Military configuration.
It has three things going against it. First, it is a straight pull rifle, second it uses a Metric cartridge, and third --it is NOT AMMMURICAAAN MADE! After a shooter gets introduced to a K-31 on the Range, and fires it a few times, the usual comment is "I gotta get myself one of these!"
But that is all right. While some of the unknowing souls back away from them, we will continue to shoot the K-31, K-11, G-11, and the various Ross rifles, hitting those small targets, and smile while we are doing it.
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K31's are great rifles, my only real complaint is that when I hold one, I'm left with no real impression of history. In general, no K31 has ever "been there, done that". They were not present at any major conflict of any importance, ever. I have one to shoot, but will never "collect" anything Swiss for these reasons.
samsplacci71
Regular
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- Toronto area
Not surprised as I knew these were accurate. I didn't quite know what to expect on my first batch after rolling my own using Redding dies.
Last Sunday I hit the 100 yrd range at Silverdale. Teapot was the RO on the metric range while I was at the 100 - 200 yrd range. I'm a new shooter, so I surprised even myself with this result.
http://www.surplusrifleforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=37&t=132146
Last Sunday I hit the 100 yrd range at Silverdale. Teapot was the RO on the metric range while I was at the 100 - 200 yrd range. I'm a new shooter, so I surprised even myself with this result.
http://www.surplusrifleforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=37&t=132146
I've shot a k31 exactly once. It was Buffdog's k31 that he brought to our last range session. I found the gun to be very precise and my group at 100 yards was if I remember correctly under 1".
The one thing that really surprised me was the recoil though. Those gp11 rounds sure hit hard!! I'm going to have to but one, as I need more guns in the collection that can give my Ross a run for it's money!
The one thing that really surprised me was the recoil though. Those gp11 rounds sure hit hard!! I'm going to have to but one, as I need more guns in the collection that can give my Ross a run for it's money!
samsplacci71
Regular
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- Toronto area
Agreed on the recoil, without the muzzle brake it's stout. With the brake it bucks slightly more than my Huskie M38. My advice would be to get one soon, before the prices increase.
samsplacci71
Regular
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- Toronto area
I am unsure if you require your Curio and Relic license as you're located in the US, however, if you like Swiss, check this site. http://www.simpsonltd.com/ they go directly to Switzerland and buy up batches of surp'd rifles. Over at the SRF, this vendor is very reputable, call Todd, he only cherry picks the very best to sell. If Todd doesn't have any, he will tell you who does http://www.familyfirearmsandfinishes.com/. Good luck.
Worked with a Swiss fellow many years ago.
His version of World War Two was a bit unusual.
"I spend six years up in those damned mountains, FREEZING MY A$$ OFF, waiting to be invaded....... and NOBODY CAME!"
Anything that can handle 6 years in the Swiss Alps has to be tough to start with.
His version of World War Two was a bit unusual.
"I spend six years up in those damned mountains, FREEZING MY A$$ OFF, waiting to be invaded....... and NOBODY CAME!"
Anything that can handle 6 years in the Swiss Alps has to be tough to start with.
ghostntheshell
CGN frequent flyer
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- GTA ONTARIO
Wow. That's a nice group.
Mine was ok - but not THAT good. I should really try a diopter.
And agreed: they sure do kick.
Mine was ok - but not THAT good. I should really try a diopter.
And agreed: they sure do kick.
I felt the same, but once purchased and used at the range, I wished I'd of got it sooner. They are such good rifles for the money..Treat yourself
Blastattack
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
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- Winnipeg MB
Are all standard K31s made equal? Or do you have to look for specific rifles to get a great target grade firearm?
Kampfhamster
CGN frequent flyer
- Location
- Switzerland
Nope, normally they're all good to go. Because they didn't have to go through a war like all the other surplus rifles they're usually in very good shape. Only once in a while I see one that's really worn out.
Sometimes you come across one that was used alot for targetshooting and hasn't had the barrel replaced yet.
You can get some extra accuracy back by handloading and seating the bullet closer to the lands in a worn throat.
Swiss shooters HAD to use issued GP11 in competetion and if needed, replace barrels through Hämmerli.
You can get some extra accuracy back by handloading and seating the bullet closer to the lands in a worn throat.
Swiss shooters HAD to use issued GP11 in competetion and if needed, replace barrels through Hämmerli.
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