Videos tagged with Kern Scope

This expert review of the Swiss ZFK-55 sniper rifle, presented by 9-Hole Reviews and featuring insights from Bloke on the Range, details its performance from 150 to 650 yards. The analysis highlights the rifle's historical context as a DMR, its unique features like the integrated bipod and quick-detach Kern scope, and practical accuracy limitations due to its low magnification and 'Frottment Gras' turrets. The review emphasizes the consistent performance of GP11 ammunition and the effectiveness of the muzzle brake.

This review evaluates the practical accuracy of the Swiss Zfk 31/42 sniper rifle at distances up to 500 yards, utilizing 7.5x55mm GP11 ammunition. Despite the limitations of its vintage 1.8x Kern scope, including a small field of view and dimness, the rifle demonstrated consistent hits on torso-sized targets. The video highlights the unique offset scope mount, allowing the use of iron sights, and the specific hold-over techniques required for longer ranges.

The Swiss ZfK-55 sniper rifle, adopted in 1955, was a purpose-built precision rifle based on the K31 action. It features significant mechanical upgrades including a heavy barrel, muzzle brake, semi-pistol grip, and an integrated bipod. A unique 15-degree clockwise rotation of the action allows for stripper clip use with a center-mounted scope, a 3.5x Kern optic being standard. Despite its quality, the rifle's 13.5 lb weight and non-locking bipod present some drawbacks.