What is the best barrel length for the 7x57 Mauser for best performance.
Thank You in advance

29" would give best performance, but 22" is what I like

I've got a 24" on mine and really like it.

Mine are both 22", "featherweight" profile. I really like this configuration on the 98 action.

My 19" scout is easy to handle and plenty adequate out to 200 yards plus. The 19" barrel does not do justice to the cartridge's ability but that's not why I built it.A 24" barrel is a nice compromise combining high velosity and ease of handling.

If you intend to use it from a bench overlooking a bean field use the long barrel.

If you're going to be drawing it out of a saddle scabard use the short barrel.

Something in between ; use good judgement

I wrestled with the same problem- so 23".

Have a 26 inch stainless-steel select-match Shilen 7x57 barrel on a Ruger 77. Works OK.

Hammer

23" or 24" for optimun performance with the widest range of bullet weights; 22" for ease of carry and balance.

My 2 Rugers have 22" long-throat barrels. They are very accurate, and ballistic performance is more than adequate.

Depending on the action. I believe you can go with a longer barrel but keep the OAL the same if you use an MRC short action. They will accept the 7x57.

Thanks everyone for your input, I have ordered a Lother Walter L-23.6" barrel in 7X57. I will install it on a 23/47 Yugo action. Will work me up a nice custom rifle for White Tails.

Nice choice all around

Doesn't the 24/47 have an extractor cut in the barrel?

Just curious, how does one cut that?