McGuinness Custom K31

Published on January 8, 2015
Duration: 13:43

This guide details the modification process for a Swiss K31 rifle, transforming it into a McGuinness Custom K31. It covers the installation of a custom stock, scope mount, optic, and muzzle brake. The video highlights the rifle's exceptional accuracy with GP11 ammunition, consistently achieving sub-MOA groups, and its smooth straight-pull action, making it a favored surplus rifle for precision shooting.

Quick Summary

The McGuinness Custom K31 is a highly modified Swiss K31 rifle featuring a custom CNC-machined thumbhole stock, Rock Solid scope mount, and Nikon Prostaff optic. It achieves consistent sub-MOA accuracy with Swiss GP11 7.5x55mm surplus ammunition, showcasing the effectiveness of its precision-oriented upgrades.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Initial Shooting Demonstration
  2. 00:22Introduction to K31 Platform
  3. 00:51Build Components: Optics and Mounts
  4. 01:11Swiss Products Accessories
  5. 01:49McGuinness Custom Stock Details
  6. 02:36Range Performance and Magazines
  7. 03:10Ammunition and Accuracy Results
  8. 04:05Stock Ergonomics and Bipod
  9. 05:57Secondary Shooter Demonstration
  10. 08:14Prone Shooting Competition

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key modifications on the McGuinness Custom K31?

The McGuinness Custom K31 features a custom CNC-machined thumbhole stock, a Rock Solid scope mount, a Nikon Prostaff 10x optic, and a St. Marie muzzle brake, significantly enhancing its precision and ergonomics.

How accurate is the McGuinness Custom K31 with surplus ammunition?

The rifle demonstrates exceptional accuracy, consistently achieving sub-MOA groups (approximately 1 inch) at 100 yards when using Swiss surplus GP11 7.5x55mm ammunition with a 174gr projectile.

What makes the McGuinness Customs stock unique?

The stock features a thumbhole design, an adjustable cheek piece, and a removable wedge that creates a true pistol grip, offering superior comfort and control for the shooter.

What ammunition is recommended for the McGuinness Custom K31?

Swiss surplus GP11 7.5x55mm ammunition, specifically loads with a 174gr nickel-plated projectile, is recommended and has been shown to produce excellent sub-MOA accuracy results with this rifle build.

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