Converting M-48 to have a detachable mag?

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Nero45

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Is it possible to convert a Yugo M-48 to have a detachable mag like newer bolt action rifles? I don't know why I ask this, I guess I'm just interested in knowing how it would be done. Thank you.
 
I'm not a gunsmith but I think it would be more sensible to buy a rifle with a removable mag. But if you did it, where would you get a mag? What's new about a bolt action rifle with removable mag? 60+ years ago my dad was hunting with a Savage 30-30 bolt action rifle, probably not the only one of that vintage.
 
It is possible, just not very feasible. You could turn your $150 dollar M48 into detachable magazine repeater, but you would spend a lot of money and still have a cobbled-together rifle.
 
Sure it COULD be done... but you'd spend more time and money making the conversion than just buying a modern detachable magazine bolt action rifle. Also, you'd risk ruining your MN. Finally, where would you buy NEW magazines? It would be cost prohibitive to make new magazines. Mass produced magazines for rifles tend to cost $30-$80 a piece. Custom mags would be much more...

So, while 'yes,' what's the point...?
 
Sort of a silly question, I'll admit. Still thanks for the replies. I'm not planning on going forward with it but it would be nice to have a 8mm with more than 5 rounds. Thanks.
 
Despite the low number of rounds in Mausers, any classic 'Battle Rifle' is in much more demand-as you must know-when left in the original condition. Their value really drops. I would never look twice at a modified/sporterized type, no matter how low the price.

If you want ten rounds, you might want to consider handling a nice Lee Enfield #4 (maybe the #5) etc.
Those mags should be left in the rifles, as the feed lips can get bent from too many insertions. Cheap surplus ammo is very difficult to find in .303, but reloading works.

Have you handled them or watched them 'in action' on the better Youtube videos?
 
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