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Posted: 1/16/2010 10:06:52 AM EDT
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I have read thru 6 months worth of posts in the C&R forum with lots of specific infor but nothing real general. Maybe we need a FAQ but I digress. I am looking for general information on the Mauser variants. I was a gunshow and was overwhelmed with the variaties. Can I get some guaidance for an introductory purchase? I saw Czech, Chilean, Yugo, and a few others I couldnt identify. Some with straight bolts, others bent. Any Mauser newb info would be greatly appreciated.  |
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Not to be one of those guys who just Google's shit, but honestly this would be a great place to start learning about the different variants before moving into forums that are Mauser model specific.
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I can pretty much tell where they come from, but as far as models, I give up long ago|
OK, perhaps I was overly broad. I am looking to get into a mauser for shooting, not collecting.Yeah, I would like for it to have all atching parts but its not required. Are there some to look for and others to stay away from? What are the significant differences between the Czech, Spanish, Yugo. These seem to be the most common for sale below $350 right now. |
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OK, perhaps I was overly broad. I am looking to get into a mauser for shooting, not collecting.Yeah, I would like for it to have all atching parts but its not required. Are there some to look for and others to stay away from? What are the significant differences between the Czech, Spanish, Yugo. These seem to be the most common for sale below $350 right now. If you want a shooter, I'd go with a Yugo (any model), a Czech,or an RC K98. Any of them should shoot well, assuming they're in good condition. Pay attention to bore and muzzle condition and you should be fine. |
| The Yugo's are good shooters and can be had for under $200. The M24/47's have the straight bolt and the M48's have a semi-bent bolt. I have both and the 24/47 is a great solid shooter. The M48 I have has a bad bore (I got it cheap) and it may become a project gun. M48's are hard to come by now, but the 24/47's are available. |
| Here is an option. http://www.aimsurplus.com/product.aspx?item=F3MausVZ24 |
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Hoo-boy. Trying to learn it "all" is daunting. Might I suggest trying this to help you nail down the basics.... http://www.amazon.com/Mauser-Military-Rifles-World-Robert/dp/0873413954 |
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Ball's 4th edition is far superior to the earlier editions... and being a contributor in the Swedish section has nothing to do with that improvement over the earlier ones:).
For the original poster - there isn't a thread big enough to answer your questions. Mausers require a 4 year bachelor's degree in Crufferwapen. Dutch |
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Quoted: Ball's 4th edition is far superior to the earlier editions... and being a contributor in the Swedish section has nothing to do with that improvement over the earlier ones:). For the original poster - there isn't a thread big enough to answer your questions. Mausers require a 4 year bachelor's degree in Crufferwapen. Dutch Dutch- I bought the book at B&N. $50 but it seems like the definative who's who of Mausers. I picked up my first at a gun show today. Yugo 1948 98k Short Rifle. I believe it to be an early production as the floor plate and triggerguard/mag assembly are both milled pieces, not stamped. Has a laminated stock. I got it all stripped down tonight and cleaned all the cosmoline out of it. Theres a bunch in the inside of the stock that I dont know how to clean out without completely refinishing the stock. Any suggestions? PS: I will check out the Swedish section, just because you contributed. Thanks 03 |
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