Converted Mauser target/sniper?

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There could very well be. It's hard to tell from the picture. I'm just basing that comment on the fact that it looks like the coloring on the barrel looks similar to oxidation, especially when compared to the metal where it joins the action. Photography can play tricks though and I could very well be wrong.
 
Photography can play tricks though and I could very well be wrong.
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And I could be wrong, because you are right..photography can play tricks on you. I've had good luck with this auction house, but not all of them..

A few years ago I bought three surplus rifles that had matching numbers. All three were in very nice shape, all came with bayos, and were had at pretty good prices. All three had the same numbers on them. The hitch: The numbers were the former owner's, presumably now deceased, social security number electro-penciled on to the receiver of all three guns. That fact was not disclosed, of course.

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I'm now a little suspicious when the description says "matching numbers"...:D
 
jimmyraythomason said:
You may recognize the stock as a Remington M798 pull-off.
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I knew that looked like a Remmy 798, but just assumed that you purchased a similar stock from Boyd's or the like.

:)
 
The Mauser "target" rifle arrived finally at my FFL. It has a few minor issues, but should work out ok.

The barrel is fairly heavy, in great shape and appears to have 5 or 6 lands. It has a recessed target crown and is considerably heavier than a sporting barrel. It appears to have some kind of matte finish that I can't identify.

The scope is a Bushnell of some type and appears to be a bit tilted due to some sort shim placed under the rear scope base, likely to clear the stripper clip guide. The bolt is a bit balky because it does not clear the scope very well. the front bell is not actually in contact with the rifle, but it is close.

The trigger is some sort of after market and feels good. It may be adjustable.

The floor plate is actually bedded deeply into the stock. As was commented on, it is recessed into the stock and I'll have to wait to see what the deal is on that.

All in all, I'm happy with what I see.
 
Mauser 98's aren't rifles, they're obsessions. They have hearts and souls. I was just caressing mine when I found this thread. A friend of mine says that there are two kinds of rifle shooters in this world: 1, those that own Mausers, and 2, those that wish they did.

Lots of good info on Mausercentral.com about all these variations and aftermarket parts and off-beat Mauser factoids. Look up username z1r, he's a gunsmith specializing in Mausers, and can fill in all the blank spots for you.
 
Thanks, Johnny..I'll check it out.

I also discovered that the barrel is free-floated to the action on that "sniper/target" Mauser.
 
Mustang51, make sure and let us know how it shoots.

A friend of mine says that there are two kinds of rifle shooters in this world: 1, those that own Mausers, and 2, those that wish they did.
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Amen to that...I think I have been inflicted with both 1 & 2. :uhoh: I have a couple...and I want just one more. ;)
 
It may be possible that the barrel is a Parker-Hale, as a few of them are floating around. That's not a bad thing.
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I can attest to that...I have a PH (entire rifle, not just bbl) in 6mmRem. and it shoots pretty darn good. That said, being a 6mmRem. heavy barrel it is probably going to get swapped here in the next couple of months.

How about a mauser for home defense?
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There were some folks in Germany (and about a quarter of the rest of the world during that time period) that thought that was a good idea a few years back. ;)
 
Sorry to get off topic sorta, but really? They used it for home defense? lol, I mean..It could easily take out an intruder..but then your neighbors..your neighbors dog...
 
That's a nice VZ-24 thisisoriginal, I converted one to 6.5x55 Swede with a heavy A&B barrel.
They are a great rifle as original or converted because they had great metallurgy (nickel steel) and proper heat treatment.

Does it still have the crest on the receiver?



NCsmitty
 
I was not able to identify the barrel when I looked at it at my FFL. When I get it after the "10 cooling off period", I'll give it a real good going over and see what I can see.
 
NCsmitty, I just started getting into mausers, its a Romanian contract vz24, the crest is about 2/3s there, it looks like the middle was scratched out for some reason. Everything matches except the bolt.

I trade my extra mossy500 for it, I think I made out pretty decently, especially since it shoots like a dream :)
 
I was not able to identify the barrel when I looked at it at my FFL.
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If it is a dealer, he may be able to check the headspace for you right there. It would be good to know that everything is ok and safe to shoot. That's providing you don't have your own gauges and do your own checking.



NCsmitty
 
I just started getting into mausers
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You probably already know, but if you shoot any surplus ammo, you need to clean the rifle soon after shooting or it will become a rust bucket. You need to clean the bolt face too as it will be contaminated.

Prvi-Partizan makes great ammo for the 8mm, and it's reloadable brass and not corrosive.



NCsmitty
 
thisisoriginal said:
Sorry to get off topic sorta, but really? They used it for home defense? lol, I mean..It could easily take out an intruder..but then your neighbors..your neighbors dog...
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Was talking about its use as home(land) defense (and offense) during the Great War & WWII. As much as I like the Mauser (the greatest hunting rifle ever used in combat ;)), I can think of a great many better choices for HD (first and foremost a 12 or 20ga scattergun with No. 1 or No. 2 buckshot).

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I converted one to 6.5x55 Swede with a heavy A&B barrel.
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How do you like that A&B? I am considering one in .280Rem. for my P-H Mauser.

:)
 
How do you like that A&B? I am considering one in .280Rem. for my P-H Mauser.
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A&B barrels need a good break in as they are not lapped like the $300 barrels, as you probably know. I did load some 2200fps 140gr rounds for the first 20 shots. I cleaned and brushed every shot for 10 rds and initially there was copper on each patch. Then 5 shots and clean and so on until now I have about 50 rounds through it. And now I have a nice, smooth bore that shoots pretty good. I have not shot my work up loads that I have yet, as I removed the scope to coat the barrel, so it sets waiting for me.
I have no doubt that I will have a rifle capable of way under MOA, as it did get 1" +- with the break in loads using 140gr core-lokts. It's a 1in9" twist, and plan on 123-130gr working well.



NCsmitty
 
with my slight experience with mosins I know about the cleaning aspect. Water based cleaning within 2 hours of shooting always! then I do a normal clean of the whole thing as soon as im done with that. :)


I have a 12g lying next to my bed for home defense, so I got that covered. I just love old surplus rifles, Ive always been a history buff, now if i could just scoop up an m1 garand


Anyhow, sorry for going slightly off topic OP!
 
A&B barrels need a good break in as they are not lapped like the $300 barrels, as you probably know. I did load some 2200fps 140gr rounds for the first 20 shots. I cleaned and brushed every shot for 10 rds and initially there was copper on each patch. Then 5 shots and clean and so on until now I have about 50 rounds through it. And now I have a nice, smooth bore that shoots pretty good. I have not shot my work up loads that I have yet, as I removed the scope to coat the barrel, so it sets waiting for me.
I have no doubt that I will have a rifle capable of way under MOA, as it did get 1" +- with the break in loads using 140gr core-lokts. It's a 1in9" twist, and plan on 123-130gr working well.
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That is great news, I have heard both good and bad about these barrels, so it is good to hear a positive review. MOA is more than good enough for this build, so I think I might just end up with one of these. If so I will make sure and break it in well and may even try some Tubb bore-lapping bullets to help things along. Thanks for the information, NCsmitty!

:)
 
Curiosity got the better of me and I went back to my buddy, the 01 FFL and took the Mauser out of the stock. Gave it a good going over and still can find no markings on the barrel. But the barrel has 6 lands and grooves is mirror shiny on the inside with a matte blue finish and measures just under a "0" on the CMP muzzle gauge.

The rifle has a Bold trigger. The bolt release was partially unscrewed--I tightened it up and it is now fine. The bedding may need a little work-it isn't bad, but looks like it could be improved a bit around the trigger. Took the scope off--Bushnell 4-12 Sportview (ehh)

Guess I'll just have to fire it to know if it is any good.
 
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