Re: Mauser 96 actions

01 October 2004, 09:54

one more thing, if there is already lug setback, you really should clean up the lug and re-heat treat tothe proper hardness.

I missed the lug setback when i originally read the post. Get one of the barreld actions from Samco and stock it, and you are good to go.

01 October 2004, 09:51

csam

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Also at Samco, you can see '96 Mausers chambered in 270 for sale.
The action is strong enough for any Mauser case head cartridge, but the gas routing is not as good as a '98 Mauser.

I am not sure, but be careful, I think these "Mauser 96" in .270 win are the modern, straight pull actions that are sold under the Mauser name. They are not the same as the Swede Mauser 96 actions. Swedes shoud definitly not be chambered in .270, .308, or other higher pressure cartridges. They have been, and yes, sometimes they don't blow up. It is like driving 110 mph in a chevette, it might do it and not kill you, but why take the unecessary risk.

Take a look at rebarrelin with one of the new surplus swede barels from Samco or an adams and bennet or the like in 6.5 swede.

01 October 2004, 13:06

Recoil Rob

About 8 years ago Kimber bought up a bunch of 96's and sporterized them, offered them in the 6.5, .243 & .308 (maybe 7mm-08 too)

They were cheap, my 6.5 cost under $300, Nickle plated, plastic stock, d&t'd for scope.

02 October 2004, 12:26

lonniemike

Yes, Kimber 96's were offered in 7-08. Also in 22-250.