P-Series (Private) Civilian issue K31 7.5x55mm rifle

I realized after reviewing this thread that I was incorrect about my second "P" Swiss rifle.

I had always thought that it was a Model 1911. Well after some searching, I found (from the serial number) that it is actually a Model 1889/96 rifle made in 1900. It was this model that first had the locking lugs moved from the rear of the bolt carrier to the front of the bolt carrier. Note, it was not until the Model 1931 that the locking lugs were moved to the bolt itself.

This rifle seems to have an interesting history. I wish it could talk :)

Cheers!
B
 
Yes, 89/96 made in 1900, which was later converted to 96/11 specs (to safely fire GP11).
96/11's have the grafted-on pistol grip to make them feel like the 1911.
 
K-C said:
Life is too short. Just do it!
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So. I did it.

Went into the local WSS, got the nice fellow behind the counter to bring out a few examples. Looked at a couple different later year ones. No rifles left from the 1930's. I guess they had sold a '39 last week that was in really really nice shape. Oh well.

"OK, I'll probably take this one. Can you grab two more...one more late year one, and one that has a nice stock...doesn't matter what year". So he disappears for a few minutes, and returns with two boxes.

"I found the winner, but I'll show you this one first. It's a 1953(iirc)." It was nice, the blueing was great. The stock was boring however.

"OK, let's see the winner", I say. He says "This one is from 1946." The moment I saw the stock I said "I'll take it!" It has a few knicks and dings, but no deep gouges or marks. The bluing is worn on the muzzle end a bit, and a few marks on the receiver, but nothing major.

The wood however, has that "tigerstripe" effect running from buttplate to forend, on both sides. I said I'd never refinish any old milsurps that I happen to acquire, but this stock could look frickin' stunning!

I'm super stoked about this purchase! It even had the tag under the buttplate!
 
Ever since a member posted a pic of his 96/11 with anschutz target sights,I just had to have one.In my search for anschultz sights I found a complete rifle already converted.The sights are expensive,around $400.00 for used,up to $700.00 for new if imported from europe,plus $150.00-$200.00 in gunsmithing to get the sight installed.Can't wait to shoot this one!



 
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Always remember that German Target sight adjust "BY where the shot was".
That is why the word "BEI" is on the adjustment knobs.
H = Hoch = high
T = Tief = deep/low (Think of "Low down Thief, as a memory aid)
L = Links = left
R = Recht = right

Clicks ase usually 1/4MOA.
That's 4 clicks to move an inch at 100yds
2 clicks = 1" at 200yds
8 clicks 1" at 50yds.

Shoot three shots, estimate center of group and move accordingly

Say shot is:
4" high at 100yds, correction is 16 clicks direction H
3" left at 100yds, correction is 12 clicks direction L
2" low at 100yds, correction is 8 clicks direction T

Use adjustable iris size to find the sharpest front sight picture for that day's light conditions.
Don't be afraid to fire three shot groups to verify if that size actual gives best group, or the the size above or below.
 
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For those who are of a more economical bent, please be advised the the latest version of the made-in-Montana diopter sights set is not only considerably less than half the price, but needs no gunsmithing of any kind, being a simple and totally futz-free clamp-on unit.

Add to that that is is capable of putting your shots where you want at 1000m, unlike any other sights of the same kind, and you see why so many of us have them.

tac
 
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