I have several M-95 long rifles and a large supply of original 8x50 ammo . They will hold 2 1/2 inch five shot groups at 100 yards . They are in the top half of my military rifles for accuracy with original ammo . With good handloads by someone who knows how to load for them , they will do better . I did a pair of sub 1 1/2 inch 5 shot groups at 100 in a match with my best shooter . I never had the Hornady .329 bullet that was made for the 8x56 M-95 do very well . A good old style 225 grain + round nose .323 dia hollow base bullet was the winner for me .