The Deer Rifle & Ammo I'm Using This Deer Season!

Published on November 1, 2024
Duration: 9:33

This video details the selection of a Schmid Rubin 96/11 rifle and PPU 174-grain 7.5x55 Swiss ammunition for deer hunting in the Missouri Ozarks. The presenter discusses the rifle's history, its 1911 modifications, and a temporary scope mount addition. The choice of ammunition is justified for its suitability for deer hunting, balancing accuracy and terminal performance.

Quick Summary

The presenter is using a Schmid Rubin 96/11 rifle, manufactured in 1896 and modified in 1911, for deer hunting. The chosen ammunition is PPU 174-grain 7.5x55 Swiss with a lead tip, selected for its hunting performance. A temporary scope mount can be installed by removing two screws near the magazine well.

Chapters

  1. 00:05Introduction to Deer Hunting Season
  2. 00:18Factors in Rifle Selection
  3. 01:11Considering Shotgun vs. Rifle
  4. 01:46The Chosen Rifle: Schmid Rubin 96/11
  5. 02:01History of the Schmid Rubin 96/11
  6. 02:151911 Modifications Explained
  7. 03:20The 7.5x55 Swiss Cartridge
  8. 04:02Other Rifles Chambered in 7.5x55 Swiss
  9. 04:39Original Condition of the 96/11
  10. 05:00Temporary Scope Mount Installation
  11. 05:24Scope and Iron Sight Use
  12. 05:43Hunting in the Missouri Ozarks
  13. 06:09Ammunition Selection: PPU 174 Grain
  14. 06:30Comparing Hunting vs. Precision Ammo
  15. 07:00Performance of PPU 7.5x55 Swiss
  16. 07:17Limited Deer Load Options
  17. 07:31Biblical Study and Hunting
  18. 08:02Missouri Firearm Season Details
  19. 08:19Viewer Engagement and Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What rifle is being used for deer hunting this season?

The presenter is using a Schmid Rubin 96/11 rifle, originally made in 1896 and modified in 1911. This rifle is known for its accuracy and has a straight-pull bolt action.

What ammunition is recommended for deer hunting with the 7.5x55 Swiss caliber?

For deer hunting, the presenter recommends PPU 174-grain 7.5x55 Swiss ammunition with a lead tip. While not as precise as some match bullets, it offers good terminal performance for hunting.

How can a scope be mounted on the Schmid Rubin 96/11 rifle?

A temporary scope mount can be installed on the Schmid Rubin 96/11 by removing two screws near the magazine well and replacing them with new screws that secure the scope mounting bracket.

What are the key features of the 7.5x55 Swiss cartridge?

The 7.5x55 Swiss cartridge, with bullet weights from 130 to 174 grains, can travel around 3,000 feet per second, delivering approximately 2,600 foot-pounds of energy, making it a flat-shooting round suitable for hunting.

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