I don't usually snipe but when i do its always with the KAR. It's sights are less intrusive and allow to make easier shots on people who are on the move.

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Hey DaFladow, I just think the KAR sniper rifle is superior compared to the Allied one is because of the scope. The Allied scope simply blocks your view...You know the vertical line? The KAR scope doesn't block your view, that's how I compare em'

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I totally agree with you on everything

EA really got it right with the Mauser.

1) The bolt was real close to the trigger allowing for a real quick reload and a faster rate of fire than the Springfield. So if two sniper fre at once and miss the German snip[er will have the advantage.

2)The "T" crosshair makes the field of vision so much better.

3) Yes it does sound much better.

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Yep, I would also take the Mauser K98. The scope is way better than the Springfield's because of its "T" crosshair; the reload times are much faster too. As for sound, I kinda like the Springfield's better.

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<BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Tahoma, Verdana, Arial">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Oddball:
EA really got it right with the Mauser.

1) The bolt was real close to the trigger allowing for a real quick reload and a faster rate of fire than the Springfield. So if two sniper fre at once and miss the German snip[er will have the advantage.

2)The "T" crosshair makes the field of vision so much better.

3) Yes it does sound much better.

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if yooure a stickler for reality you should also mention that the german optics throughout the war(including something as small as the sniper scope) were far superior to their allied counter-parts.

in this game they re identical with only the crosshair to differentiate the two.

You could probably change the crosshairs for the rifles...

My main role in my clan is as a sniper. I have been experimenting with the allied and axis sniper rifles, and i have come to these conclusions. Please tell me if my assumtions are accurate, and what rifle you prefer and why.

1) I absolutely hate the crosshairs on the Springfield. The upper croshair is not necessary, and it only blocks the view of your tragets upper body, so you cant tell where his head is from his torso. Makes it hard to snipe when all the target is doing is sticking his head out.

2) I have noticed, correct me if im wrong, that the springfield has a longer delay between shots, and between the time you click the mouse and the actual time the bullet fires than the Mauser. I know your initial thoughts " hes probly on 56k thats why" or "hes lagging", but no im a cable ISP with a 41 ping usually.

3)On a less important side the Mauser seems quieter to me... oh wells.

Oh, and please post any of your observations. about recoil and stuff.

Post your replies, and your choice of rifle and thanks.

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I like the Mauser better.

1) I think it actually has faster reload times (i.e., the time it takes to pull the bolt back and shove another bullet in). In single player, this is true, but I'm not sure in multiplayer.

2) I think it sounds a hell of a lot better...

3) You're right about the crosshair thing. I don't like it either.


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thanks for the feedback. I really hate that Springfield scope.

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DaFladow
I agree with you 100%, but, I'm a allied sniper.... I'd drop it anyday to pick up a mauser though...

I would have to agree with you on this, I like the mauser more because of the...
1)Sound
2)Crosshair
3)In most maps I prefer to be AXIS

I think that the springfield Xhair should be a few pixels narrower so it is easier to pull off long shots with rifle, and so you can see your target behind the crosshair.

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zeiss optics = l33t

I actually prefer the sights on the springfield more. I seem to be able to follow a target easier with them. I don't know why exactly, but I can shoot moving targets MUCH easier with it.

Springfield....
Takes a little more to get a head shot....

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Most people seem to like the mauser. What are your thoughts on the power of the rifles, are they both the same, what about the recoil?

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I can usually range and hit my targets just as well with the springfield as I do with the mauser. But I must admit I have a fondness for the Mauser, it just feels more comfortable and the sound of it firing is much more satisfying.

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I thought that both sides only used 4x scopes?

I don't understand when i zoom in it usually takes one shot to kill an enemy, but if i do not zoom in it usually takes more than one shot, even if i shoot in a similar location on the enemies body.

Is this because i am missing or because zooming in makes the weapon more powerful?

Also - if everyone (most) prefer the mauser - why is there now a mod to make the springfield less effective in MP?

<BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Tahoma, Verdana, Arial">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by lysis:
I don't understand when i zoom in it usually takes one shot to kill an enemy, but if i do not zoom in it usually takes more than one shot, even if i shoot in a similar location on the enemies body.

Is this because i am missing or because zooming in makes the weapon more powerful?
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I never noticed this, maybe your aim isn't spot on. I have made plenty of unscoped one shot kills with KAR98-sniper.

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Also - if everyone (most) prefer the mauser - why is there now a mod to make the springfield less effective in MP?<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Because some people don't like it when snipers kill them, solution: Bitch whine, then make mod to make every weapon less powerful except the one you regularly use.

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[This message has been edited by Mustang (edited January 29, 2002).]

I'm not a big fan of the Springfield '03. I can get off more shots quicker and more accurately with the KAR 98 Sniper Rife.



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i prefer KAR98k sniper too, the 'T' crosshair does not block your view, and the sound is better than springfield. but i think the springfield has faster reload.

and the vertical line on the 'T' crosshair can even help you snipe in high ping condition sometimes. http://www.alliedassault.com/ubb/biggrin.gif

[This message has been edited by SoViEt (edited February 21, 2002).]

kar98

they need to scope the 98k rifle

SPRINGFIELD

SPRINGFIELD

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I perfer to use real rifles that acctually take some skill.

M1 Garand
and non-scoped Mauser Kar98

mauser is the BOLT! yeah!