Mauser action of 7x57 project

07 January 2002, 15:03

270Model70

I'm looking for advice/experience on building a 7x57 on a VZ-24 action. I would like to use that action since it's originally chambered to the 8mm Mauser and that should ensure smooth feeding without any action modifications.

I would like to have a hinged floorplate for the rifle and thought about maybe using the bottom metal from a Model 1909 which can be picked surplus for pretty cheap. Much cheaper than some of the aftermarket metal prices I've seen. Would this bottom metal work with a vz24? And should it work with the 7x57 given that it's box was originally designed for the 7.65 Mauser?
Or is there a better way to go with this project? My main desire is that the rifle be built on a Mauser.

Thanks,
Brian

07 January 2002, 15:21

Major Caliber

the 1909 magazine will work fine for the 7x57, and the VZ-24 will feed the 7x57 without any mods.

07 January 2002, 15:52

D Humbarger

Your plan is valid so for.

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07 January 2002, 16:05

TGetzen

I second the above two replies, having done the same thing myself a couple of times. If you stick longer rounds like the '06 & 270 in Mauser boxes, you may lose 1 round capacity (total 4 in box). It should feed fine.

Another option, befitting a Mauser 7x57 (IMO) is the Meier floorplate release lever from Brownells, easily installed on the VZ-24 floorplate.

Good luck,
Todd

08 January 2002, 04:13

SamB

Here is a picture of my 7x57 on a VZ-24 action. I used the light weight barrel from Midway and it shoots fine.

I'm curious why folks are always fond of hinged triggerguards (other than drop boxes for increased capacity)? How often do you unload your rifle this way? Or is it just a matter of aesthetics?

08 January 2002, 04:48

tsturm

quote:
Originally posted by bjdoerr:
I'm looking for advice/experience on building a 7x57 on a VZ-24 action. I would like to use that action since it's originally chambered to the 8mm Mauser and that should ensure smooth feeding without any action modifications.
I would like to have a hinged floorplate for the rifle and thought about maybe using the bottom metal from a Model 1909 which can be picked surplus for pretty cheap. Much cheaper than some of the aftermarket metal prices I've seen. Would this bottom metal work with a vz24? And should it work with the 7x57 given that it's box was originally designed for the 7.65 Mauser?
Or is there a better way to go with this project? My main desire is that the rifle be built on a Mauser.
Thanks,
Brian

I am just finishing up a VZ24 with 1909 Argie. bottom metal in .458WIN. MAG. Yours will be a piece of cake and fun to build!!
Good luck& Have fun!!

08 January 2002, 04:56

wildcat junkie

OKAY YOU GOT MY ATTENTION!: Were can I get "1909" Argie" bottom metal. I assume it will fit any standard length Large ring M98. How about the existing inlettig? Will it be a major undertaking to "retrofit" an existing rifle? It has an oil finish, so minor mods to the inletting are not a problem. PS: How does one identify a VZ24 anyway

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09 January 2002, 05:15

tsturm

[QUOTE]Originally posted by wildcat junkie PS: How does one identify a VZ24 anyway

This is on the left reciever wall!!
CESKOSLOVENSKA'ZBROJOVKA,A.S.,BRNO
VZ-24
HAVE FUN!!