The 1903 vs 1917 question is one I'd like some more info on, as is the question of his use of his 1911 Colt. Even an average-to-poor issue 1911 is fully capable of center body hits at 50 yds and head shots at 25 yds.

I remember reading that A) he used a 1917 because that's what his entire unit was issued and B) he used a 1903 because that's what his entire unit was issued.

As a battle rifle IMO the 1917 is far FAR superior to the 1903 but that's not the question. Details, we want more details....
Regards, Joe

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