I have this Carl Gustafs receiver and know nothing about it, can this receiver be safely used to make a 7X57 Mauser, if not what would be the safest caliber to use it for? Should it be sent to Blanchards for re-heating/re-carborizing? Does anyone make a 2 or 3 position Model 70 style safety for this receiver? Appreciate any feedback, thanks.
Best 96 model receiver made; so yes, perfect for a 7x57. Does not need heat treating. Yes, Wisner makes the conversion kit for the 96. I like them for things below 45K psi.
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I talked to Ed yesterday about his 3 position safety as a matter of fact, during our conversation he said he may have to have some pretty serious back surgery, please keep him in your thoughts and prayers.
Originally posted by jeffeosso: didn't they build 9,3x62 on these?
Technically, they built the 9,3x62's on 1940's vintage Husqvarna actions, most of which were the so-called "stengthend" actions that lacked a thumbcut.
They did build about 200 on the non-strengthend action. The second from the top is one:
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99 percent of these (the ones in 9.3mm) are 9.3x57, which operates at below 40K psi. I have seen a couple in 62 which runs at 50K psi, and I recommend using starting loads in them. Not because they will blow up, but just to be on the safe side.
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