Swiss K31 Diopter Match Rifle to 500yds: Practical Accuracy feat. Bloke on the Range (with GP11ammo)

Published on August 22, 2019
Duration: 10:17

This guide details a practical accuracy test of the Swiss K31 rifle with match diopter sights, conducted by 9-Hole Reviews and Bloke on the Range. It covers engaging targets from 150 to 500 yards, emphasizing the use of holdovers with fixed diopter sights and highlighting the rifle's exceptional precision, even outperforming some modern optics-ready platforms. The analysis also touches upon Swiss shooting culture and historical rifle modifications.

Quick Summary

The Swiss K31 rifle, when outfitted with match diopter sights, exhibits remarkable practical accuracy, consistently hitting targets from 150 to 500 yards. This precision, achieved with 7.5x55mm Swiss GP11 ammunition, highlights its capability as a high-end target rifle, even surpassing some modern firearms in raw accuracy, despite the need for holdovers with fixed diopter sights.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Rifle Overview
  2. 01:01Shooting: 150 to 250 Yards
  3. 02:20Shooting: 300 to 350 Yards
  4. 03:40Shooting: 400 to 450 Yards
  5. 04:43Shooting: 500 Yards
  6. 05:31Comparison and Swiss Shooting Culture
  7. 07:41Final Assessment

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the practical accuracy of the Swiss K31 with diopter sights?

The Swiss K31 equipped with match diopter sights demonstrated high hit percentages at distances from 150 to 500 yards. The rifle's precision was noted to be so high that it caused target breakage at closer ranges and proved effective even at the 500-yard limit of the test course.

How do diopter sights affect shooting at intermediate ranges?

Match diopter sights are often fixed for specific competition distances. For intermediate ranges not covered by these fixed settings, shooters must use holdovers—aiming slightly above the target—to compensate for the bullet's trajectory and achieve accuracy.

Is the Swiss K31 considered a combat rifle or a target rifle?

The Swiss K31, particularly when configured with match diopter sights, is described as a 'gentlemanly indulgence' rather than a combat rifle. Its exceptional accuracy in this configuration positions it as a high-end target rifle, capable of outperforming many modern precision platforms.

What were the environmental conditions during the Swiss K31 accuracy test?

The practical accuracy test of the Swiss K31 was conducted in Texas under challenging environmental conditions. The temperature was 100°F, with winds ranging from 10 to 20 mph, and humidity at 80%, demonstrating the rifle's performance in adverse weather.

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