shugie wrote:I'm in the Thames Valley Police area, and am contemplating changing my Steyr .308 for something suitable for CSR. I've been casting an interested eye on the SMLE in it's many flavours, although a Schmidt Rubin K31 also looks to be an interesting option.
Aside from the 7.62 version of the SMLE (if that's what was being talked about on another thread) either of those options would require a change of calibre and an additional ammunition ration.
I know that I can replace one rifle with another of the same calibre on a one-to-one variation of no cost, but does Thames Valley accept replacement with a different calibre under these free arrangements?
yes they do, if I remember correctly, my K31 slot was originally a .223 moderator slot. for CSR the site suggests you will need a 10 round capacity, although I am sure they would let you use a K31 (with a stripper clip maybe?) drop them a line.
Isn't the K31 is a six round box mag?
If so that will be a severe disadvantage even with a stripper clip, you would have to be mighty quick with it.
10 exposures of 3 seconds with 3 seconds between exposures would be somewhat challenging.
Would have thought your Steyr would be a better bet? Can't a 10 round mag be had for one?
is that the COF? could single load for that tongueout start with 4 in the mag and a stripper of 6
Jon B wrote:Thames Valley are very helpful always ready to answer questions, but 1 for 1 change of calibre is not a problem I have done it several times, they are normally genuinely interested in what you are buying if it is different.
What happens about ammunition though. At present I don't have 7.5mm on my certificate, so if I swop an used moderator for a K31, how does the extra ammunition get put on?
Jon B wrote:Thames Valley are very helpful always ready to answer questions, but 1 for 1 change of calibre is not a problem I have done it several times, they are normally genuinely interested in what you are buying if it is different.
What happens about ammunition though. At present I don't have 7.5mm on my certificate, so if I swop an used moderator for a K31, how does the extra ammunition get put on?
you just add the required ammo at the same time,
Alan
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kennyc wrote:I've taken part in the last 2 precision snaps comps with a sporting rifle, drop plate mag, and 6x scope, talking works better for me party2 razz
kennyc wrote:I've taken part in the last 2 precision snaps comps with a sporting rifle, drop plate mag, and 6x scope, talking works better for me party2 razz
Wots a precision snaps comp? Is it fun?
as it is organised and involves a lot of the CSR crowd I assumed you would know ?
kennyc wrote:I've taken part in the last 2 precision snaps comps with a sporting rifle, drop plate mag, and 6x scope, talking works better for me party2 razz
Wots a precision snaps comp? Is it fun?
as it is organised and involves a lot of the CSR crowd I assumed you would know ?
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