Shooting the .303 Ross - ammunition advice?

[browningautorifle]

I had a Ross some twenty years ago and without concerning myself over which make or mark it was I shot reloads without incident. I kept them reasonable for reduced recoil and didn't even suffer separated cases like the other 303 service rifles.

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[Rowdy]

Despite my Mk.II (3* I think) having a very worn overall appearance, the bore appears to be very good and there are no LC markings on the barrel.
I have been a little reluctant to shoot it having read about the 30cal bore but it must have been designed to shoot 303 and headspaces OK so I have determined to have a go with my standard loads someday.

[oldpaul]

I have been the happy owner of a MkII 5* for over thirty years and have fired thousands of rounds of everything from military surplus to handloads and commercial bought. The bore still slugs out to .3105" and I get substantially better case life than I get with my SMLE, possiby due to the front locking lugs on the Ross. As with any 100+ year old rifle it is prudent to check its soundness before shooting of course. Rowdy, nice history on your stock.
Tom in beautiful Washington State