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Considering CSR , possibly historical .

The .303 versus the 30.06 ?

Prefer the handling of these rifles over the Lee Enfield , prefer the look , the only limitation (possibly) being the mag size .

Purely on reliability and accuracy is there a winner ?

I reload , would this point more to one calibre than the other ?

I am googling and reading , would appreciate the opinions of owners and those with hands on experience 😀

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For CSR they are both good enough accuracy wise. It will be personal choice.

The limiting factor will be your ability.

For the standalone Historic CSR matches they will compete equally with SMLE's, in the CSR league and Imperial you will be classed as 'Iron Sights' and be lumped in with AR15's, AK47's and a mishmash of other iron sighted rifles, because the Historic class is purely Historic Enfields for SMLE's and No 4/5's. The 5 round capacity would almost certainly mean you'd rarely complete a course of fire.

 

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18 minutes ago, Frederick said:

I have tried to join the CSR forum .

When I click on say ....forum index , nothing happens . Infact it seems I am registered but cannot communicate on the forum ?

Read the rules. You have to introduce yourself with your full name, then the Moderators will open the forum to you.

 

They aren't on 24/7 so you need to be patient.

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I have the M1917 and honestly prefer the 30-06 cartridge to .303.  Bit more recoil out of it but it’s an accurate cartridge.

Shoot mine out to 800 and it’s still an accurate rifle for over 100 years old. 

Find yourself a nice one and you won’t regret it. 

Regards,

Vortex
 

 

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1 hour ago, Vortex said:

I have the M1917 and honestly prefer the 30-06 cartridge to .303.  Bit more recoil out of it but it’s an accurate cartridge.

Shoot mine out to 800 and it’s still an accurate rifle for over 100 years old. 

Find yourself a nice one and you won’t regret it. 

Regards,

Vortex
 

A couple of friends have 30-06 , P14  and Martini Henry 577-450 . We are hoping to book Bisley later where I can have a shoot.  Thanks Vortex 🙂

 

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18 hours ago, Vortex said:

Reload in most cases, you benefit in lower costs and more accurate ammo. 
 

Im happy to reload 😀

Vortex can I ask , do you shoot in any competitions ?

I'm happiest shooting prone out to ...say 300 - 900 yards . Not sure if snap shooting or kneeling , sitting is for me 🤔

Are there comps for iron sights and just prone position ?

I have downloaded the CSR book , seems it's almost all position shooting ?

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I have had both and sold the P-14 after a year of not shooting it. Both are fine rifles and other than non windage adjustable rear sight I love the US1917. For those who compete get good stripper clips in stainless steel. then be quick of hand. I did this in Service Rifle matches and kept up with AR shooters.

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