[nsf003]

Would a Cetme rifle be a good battle rifle to fill in my small collection? I already have a 30-06 bolt action, but I like the idea of being able to get surplus for cheap. I also like the range of the 308. How accurate and how far could you shoot with this rifle?

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[Dave R]

I shoot mine out at 200-250 yards all the time. With iron sights. It does 2 MOA (4" at 200 yards) with FNM surplus ammo (my favorite surplus, since there is no Hirtenberger around).

Yes, it would be a good rifle to add to your collection. But a warning--the rifle is built by Century Arms International and it is not uncommon for them to have an issue or two that needs fixing. Do a search on CETME and my screen name for more detail on all the above.

[iamkris]

http://www.gunboards.com/forums/UltraBoard.cgi?action=Headlines&BID=30&SID=2309400

It'll take you a while to wad through right now. Very active forum and there's an unresolved issue with Century built CETMEs...

I'm interested in one as well and this site was a wealth of info. Owners manuals, armorers manuals, "what to look for when buying one" checklists, how to check headspace, etc.

[David Roberson]

I've been happy with mine, acquired in December. There have already been some CETME threads here on THR; you might want to take a look.

They were $289.95 this past weekend at the gun show in Concord, NC. I think that's a great deal.

You need one.

[CAP]

I've been looking at these too. Guess I need to do some reading 1st.