Thread: Pair of Ross Rifle projects

Originally Posted by grandpamac

Greetings @30.06king,
I do understand the question but have to wonder what difference it makes. The Ross action is straight pull so its ability to chamber and extract tight ammunition is limited. This was reported as a problem in 1915 in battlefield mud. None of this should be a problem in hunting or casual target shooting provided pressure are kept in normal ranges. Both the .280 Ross and .303 cartridges are quite tapered that aid extraction and Ross military rifles often have chambers cut on the large side to aid chambering.
The Ross rifles were at their best as target and sniper rifles where accuracy was King.
Regards Grandpamac.

Hi @grandpamac ,
Appreciate the background and insight. My question was basically driven by curiosity re the mechanics of the action. The OP posted great pics but I still couldn't figure out every feature incorporated into this action and I wanted to know. I know Ross rifles ( among other older types ) remain well regarded by knowledgeable shooters right up to today so they must have something quite unique going for them.
I haven't done so but I guess I should find some reading on the topic that might fill in my knowledge gaps.
Please feel free to add more of your own wisdom if so inclined.