Huey
The Reeder 303 British G2 Carbine...
Sunday, September 16, 2018, 08:42

Gary built my G2 Carbine from a barrel blank I had. It was originally bored for a 7.62x39. So, I figured it was perfect for a 303 British.

I slugged the barrel after Gary completed the build. Bore was an even .310". Turns out this is just perfect. My Ruger #1 in 7.62x39 also has a .310" bore. It shoots .308-.312" bullets all just fine. Ditto on the Reeder 303 British. Makes for one versatile rifle. From cast/jacketed bullets for the 32 Magnum to the sturdy .312" rifle bullets all work great. This makes bullet selection is second to none.

Just added a .307" expanded to my die set and loading is a breeze. Found an extra Lee FL Sizer, so no need to switch before loading.

Velocity is running about 2750 fps with a 150 grn Hornady SST and over 3050 fps with 123/125 grn. Accuracy is 1/2-1" at 100 yards. Not very much behind the ever popular 308 Winchester.

Our PH in Africa was hesitant when we showed up with Daren's Ruger #1 in 303 British. Truth is he was young and eat up with Magnumitis. But, after two huge Blue Wildebeests dropped to one shot each, he admitted that the gun was a killer. John Abraham stated that the 303 British had killed more African Game than any cartridge in history. I figure he is correct.

I love this gun. Fit and finish is the best that can be imagined.