Working on a long range K-31 Swiss

[busdriver72]

Here it is in it's stock configuration.
For all you purist out there, I too am mostly a purist, so I have no intentions of altering this rifle. I do plan on doing some things to see how I can do at the 400-500 meter range.
I have ordered the clamp-on scope mount, rather than the Scout-type mount. I have the Scout-type on an SKS with a non-magnified M16 type electric optic sight. Eye relief is not an issue with that, and both eyes can be kept open. With the K-31, I will be using a regular, magnified scope, so I wanted it closer to the eye (where a scope normally is.) I have order a Tasco 6-24x40 scope. Tasco isn't the "top end" but they are okay as far as budget priced scopes go. I have also ordered medium height 3/8 dovetail steel rings, which should give me sufficient clearance with the 40mm objective. I seriously thought about getting a muzzle brake, but couldn't currently justify the $70 cost for it. I have ordered a slip-on recoil pad from Yakpads (Shooterpad.) I know that finding a properly sized recoil pad for the K-31 can be an issue, but this one is "universal" and it appears that it will work nicely. It feels nice.
I'm waiting on the items to get delivered, and it appears that I may be waiting a few more days to try it all out because of weather. Seems like when it warms up the wind blows 30mph.
This will be the first time I have scope a rifle like this. Any tips or advice?

Information

Warning: This is a relatively older thread This discussion is older than 360 days. Some information contained in it may no longer be current.