Pseudo Scout, Kinda Scout, or Just Scout Rifle…Does it really matter?

By gunwriter When it comes to Scout Rifles there is a constant argument of what does and does not qualify. Jeff Cooper conceptualized the Scout Rifle so his definition should be the deciding factor. Right? Sure. Problem is, Cooper’s definition varied over time. And, while there are some aspects of the concept that never changed, others varied. I’ll let others argue which definition is and is not the real definition. The one I’ll present here was taken from what might be the first comprehensive article Cooper ever penned on the Scout Rifle. Weight: 7 pounds – 3.2 kilos Length: About 37 inches Chambering: 308 Winchester, 243 Winchester, 7mm-08 Remington Action: Bolt-Action Barrel: 18.5 inches (22 inches on 243 Winchester) Accuracy: Two inches (Two MOA) Sights: Ghost ring rear, ramped, square post front.* Optics: A 2x compact glass of ten-inch eye relief, mounted low over the bore.* Trigger: A fine trigger. Stock: Classic, without bumps, flanges, notches, or cheekpiece, high enough at comb to support a low scope line, and a rounded heel. Sling: Loop style. Sling Swivels: Pachmayr flush design * A scout rifle should be equipped with both iron and optical sights. Scream, rant, throw rocks, and call me names all …Read the Rest

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