I took my Mini-G to the range today and shot a box of Federal "168 gr. Sierra Matchking BTHP". My first 3-round group at 100 yards was 7 1/2 - 9 1/2 high, so I dialed it down 7 clicks--as low as it would go; that was about right for most shots, though I'd still get moderately high groups. I shot six 3-round groups in total:
Group 1 - 7 in. (center target)
Group 2 - 5 in. (also center)
Group 3 - 4 in. (lower left)
Group 4 - 3 1/4 in. (lower right)
Group 5 - 5 1/4 in. (upper left)
Group 6 - 2 3/4 in. (upper right)
This is my first rifle with an aperature sight, and this was my first time shooting it. Lighting was adequate but not ideal, and generally I could only see the front sight and not the wings on the side as I aimed. I'd like to get someone with experience shooting Garands to shoot my Mini-G and see what their groups look like. Initially I wasn't too happy with my shooting (not that I'm a top shooter), but as I measured the groups and saw the steady improvement (with the exception of group 5, when I know I pulled on of my shots), I figure I may have a real shooter here once I figure out what I'm doing. I'd be interested in any informed opinions.
Mini-G Target.jpg
P.S. - I should add that this Mini-G caught the interest of several old-timers at the range. =)
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