My "new" M-S 8X60 with pictures

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25 July 2005, 22:41

54JNoll

My "new" M-S 8X60 with pictures

Well I have to say my wife is definitely a keeper. My newest acquisition is a beautiful Mannlicher-Schonauer in 8X60mm Magnum. I believe this particular model is a â€œHigh Velocity Sporting Rifleâ€. The bluing is still in excellent shape and the stock has only very minor handling marks. There was no rust or pitting below the stock line either and all serial numbers match. The butt plate trap will accommodate three cartridges. My next steps will be to get a chamber cast and slug the bore. I also would like to locate a set of claw mount rings for the bases. Then I will need to order Dies, Brass and the right bullets.

25 July 2005, 22:47

HP Shooter

Beautiful rifle. Nicely done!

25 July 2005, 22:58

22WRF

Im not the sharpest knife in the drawer. What does this rifle have to do with your wife being a keeper?

25 July 2005, 23:02

fla3006

Wonderful old rifle, actions slick as guts on a doorknob.

25 July 2005, 23:10

Rick 0311

quote:
Originally posted by 22WRF:
Im not the sharpest knife in the drawer. What does this rifle have to do with your wife being a keeper?

Just a stab in the dark...she bought it for him?

25 July 2005, 23:20

TC1

Nice! I bought a 1952 model earlier this year. The fit and finish on these rifles is absalutely amazing. I've never seen this quality in a factory rifle and many many customs.

You may want to try NEGC for a set of claw rings.

Terry

25 July 2005, 23:51

Dago Red

quote:
Im not the sharpest knife in the drawer. What does this rifle have to do with your wife being a keeper?

I think he made a trade

Serioiusly though, I think your wife loves you more than mine loves me. or maybe you are just a lot easier to live with so she rewards you. congratulations either way, good looking rifle.

Red

26 July 2005, 00:26

mho

quote:
Originally posted by 54JNoll:

Noll, those MS are a bit of PITA to get mounts for - with the off-set rear mount. In particular, it does not make life easier that you already have the bases for a claw mount on there - claw mounts are about as expensive and tricky as they come. Still, what does one not do for a super rifle like this one.

I would personally start at EAW. Note how this page lists a claw mount for the MS. I have not researched it any further, but at least it is a ray of hope... NECG represents EAW in the States, I believe. Otherwise contact EAW direcly in Germany.

- mike

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The rifle is a noble weapon... It entices its bearer into primeval forests, into mountains and deserts untenanted by man. - Horace Kephart

26 July 2005, 00:44

54JNoll

Thanks guys I will give EAW and NECG a try. Custom rings may be the only option.

As far as my wife ... I still got her or she still has me. And she agreed to my buying this rifle though she admits to not understanding why I "need" so many guns. She just smiled and said go ahead and get it if you want it.

26 July 2005, 00:56

HP Shooter

quote:
Originally posted by 54JNoll:
Thanks guys I will give EAW and NECG a try. Custom rings may be the only option.

As far as my wife ... I still got her or she still has me. And she agreed to my buying this rifle though she admits to not understanding why I "need" so many guns. She just smiled and said go ahead and get it if you want it.

Most likely you will have to send the rifle and scope to New England Custom Gun so they can fit the claw mounted rings to them.

26 July 2005, 01:02

TC1

quote:
Originally posted by 54JNoll:
Thanks guys I will give EAW and NECG a try. Custom rings may be the only option.

As far as my wife ... I still got her or she still has me. And she agreed to my buying this rifle though she admits to not understanding why I "need" so many guns. She just smiled and said go ahead and get it if you want it.

Your wife sounds like a very special woman.

Terry

26 July 2005, 01:03

mehulkamdar

54JNoll,

That is a beautiful rifle. Congratulations and best wishes both to you and to your Mrs.

Mehul Kamdar

"I ask, sir, what is the militia? It is the whole people. To disarm the people is the best and most effectual way to enslave them."-- Patrick Henry

26 July 2005, 01:10

Fjold

quote:
Originally posted by Dago Red:
I think he made a trade

I wouldn't trade Wifezilla for a M-S rifle but that's because they're all made right handed.

Frank

"I don't know what there is about buffalo that frightens me so.....He looks like he hates you personally. He looks like you owe him money."
- Robert Ruark, Horn of the Hunter, 1953

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26 July 2005, 06:01

D Humbarger

Very sweet indeed!

26 July 2005, 07:04

54JNoll

HP,

After reading the info on the NECG sight I believe you are right. The only way to assure a proper fit is to fit them to the bases on the rifle. But overall it is a small price to pay to bring her back in service.

26 July 2005, 08:10

ForrestB

Email your pictures to Lee LeBas and get his opinion. Lee is about the best claw mount guy in the country.

Le Arms website

26 July 2005, 19:20

54JNoll

Forrest,

Thaks for the lead. I talked with NECG and they want $550 just to fit the rings. I will give Lee a call.

26 July 2005, 19:35

aktoklat

Nice rifle, I wonder how she shoots! Let us know!

26 July 2005, 22:15

Customstox

Tom,
Nice rifle and glad to see she is treating you so well.

BTW, the "other" one is coming along.

27 July 2005, 02:04

54JNoll

Chic, Yep she treats me very well. Although she will admit that I spoil her some too. Makes life much easier in the long run.

I was curious about the "other" rifle too. Is there any sort of time frame I should give Roger on when to expect it?