Thread: Accuracy expectations

Originally Posted by Bagheera

I think that's pretty good for a restored classic sporter with modest powered scope.
If its averaging outside 1 MOA for 5 shots then probably it could be improved with more work.
I would look at the rifle before trying more permutations of loading components.

Can anyone tell us how accurate BSA "mini action" rifles were in their heyday ?

Perhaps the action would benefit from some work: truing, lug balancing, trigger work or a new firing spring - accurise it better than original !

Also look at your testing gear. Groups can improve noticeably with a good adjustable front rest and sandbag plus a nice bunny ear rear bag, concrete bench, calm day, shooting alone ...

I’ve got another BSA the same, but in .222. Has the original barrel (that is pitted as) and that one shoots an average of 22mm with factory ammo. They used to have a reputation for being very accurate.

I’m using a solid front rest with a sandbag, and a ‘protector’ bunny ear rear bag from a solid bench. It’s certainly got enough accuracy for deer at the max range the cartridge is capable of, but for varmints at range, not so much….