Newbie Here with M1917 Sporter Question

[my05hammer]

Well it looks like I will most definitely be upgrading the scope rings as you suggested. The rail must not be on the receiver parallel to the bore. I tried to sight it in today. I got the windage set within a few clicks but ended up adjusting the elevation all the way down till it stopped and was still 8-10 inches off the top of the bulls-eye.

The rings on there now are the Millet brand and are adjustable for windage. I don't need that as much as the elevation. So I was looking at a set of the Burris Model 420520 Signature Zee 1 inch Riflescope Weaver Style Based Rings. I guess I have to buy the eccentric kit separately?

Do you have any suggestions regarding these rings or another type?

[bb1]

What did it have for a scope mount before the work was done to the bridge?
Could you take a picture at a higher angle to see the new work?

[bb1]

Often the bridge work was done to match the profile of the mod. 70 or 700.
Your rifle is a puzzle.

[Chuckindenver]

id have to have your fifle in my hands to see, if it were me..
i would have welded rather then used an epoxy, though epoxy has come along way.
and used a Redfield base, i would have tried a few types, from the Jap, M70 to 700 Remington, and used one that would have worked with some modifiactions.
they may still make a Zee ring with windage adjustment, youll have to look.

[Dan Wilson]

The trigger guard has a dogleg just behind the front screw, many builders worked the dogleg out so the guard goes straight across and look more like a commercial rifle.

Dan

[my05hammer]

Well its been a looooooooooong time but I finally got this rife sighted in. I can get a 3 inch shot group at 100 yards with the cheap scope and my inadequate shooting skills. I believe that a pro would do much better for sure lol!!

I ended up using a set of Burris scope rings with the offset inserts to get the scope mounted properly.

Now to practice with it and then eventually save for the better scope.

[Charlie Xray]

I have heard the term "Straightened Floor Plate". I assume it has something to do with the bottom of the magazine well? What does this involve and why was it done?

Thanks.

This 1917 has a straightened floor plate. It removes the guppy-like belly of the military version and gives it smoother lines.



CX

[my05hammer]

This 1917 has a straightened floor plate. It removes the guppy-like belly of the military version and gives it smoother lines.



CX

I see now what you mean.

That is one nice rifle too.

[Charlie Xray]

Thanks. It is my favorite deer rifle. Hunted with it in Alaska for caribou and several southern states for whitetail.

CX