Range report, K98 vs Enfield vs 03A3

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sakorick

May 30, 2009, 01:41:40 PM
I decided to have some fun and determine the most accurate of the 3 rifles. I was happy with the results which are all but conclusive. Each rifle has it's merits and there wasn't much difference. I'm 63 so the eyes aren't so good anymore but it was fun. The pictures tell the story. The 03A3 shot Lake City ball and the Enfield / Mauser were handloads....all with 150 grain bullets. I can see no clear winner.....what do you guys think? Regards, Rick./SIZE]
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kombi1976

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May 30, 2009, 11:05:29 PM
If I may comment I think you'd have been better loading the 8mm with a 196gr Spitzer, since this was a common WW2 load, and the 303 with a 170 to 180gr FMJ Spitzer as the mil load was a 174gr FMJ Spitzer at about 2440fps.
But it just goes to prove that all rifles are very similar in performance.
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May 31, 2009, 01:04:30 AM
Yep. 3 good solid accurate rifles.
I think it comes down to personal feelings and maybe your countries military history.
But for me it the Lee Enfield! :D
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sakorick

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May 31, 2009, 04:49:11 AM Last Edit: May 31, 2009, 04:53:28 AM by sakorick
Quote from: kombi1976;93337But it just goes to prove that all rifles are very similar in performance.

True, however, I have found that Enfields aren't fussy and I've had good luck with everything from 120 to 180 grain bullets. The GEW fired a 150 grain bullet and so did the first K98's....they both have a one in 10.5 twist. The Germans switch to the bigger bullet because their machine guns were designed for them.....just goes to show the K98 isn't fussy either. The Lake City ball is not known for it's accuracy, however, it seems to shoot in my 03's and Garand just fine. Next project is to compare them to the Finn M39 and the Swede which currently is having a diopter sight installed. The Japanese Type 99 is also very similar.....very accurate. Regards, Rick.

Added.....The Enfield is an unissued rifle which is essentially new. It will be interesting to see how it does after break-in.
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Jorge in Oz

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June 03, 2009, 06:45:17 PM
Nice shooting Rick and nice rifles, love the Enfield.
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June 10, 2009, 10:06:15 AM
:biggthumpup: Rick..big thanks for taking the time to put this post together..Ron
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June 12, 2009, 12:36:59 PM
Great post.  I would have to say all 3 rifles shot better than I can with iron sights.
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