I would like to research the idea of massacring a Chechz (sp?), Egyptian, or other inexpensive Mauser and rebarreling it to .50 Beowulf. The cartridge is a straight walled case, so a blank .50 barrel would be easy to chamber for it. The .50 Beowulf's rim diameter is based on the 7.62x39, which is about .030" smaller than the 8mm Mauser rim. Will this pose a problem? What about cartridge length? Will it fit in the magazine? If it is too short, will modifications be needed for proper feeding? I guess the main problem right now is locating a barrel, huh.
I think a Mauser in .50 Beowulf with a red dot "scout" scope would be one heck of a bush rifle. It would be a neat novelty and fun to build at the very least.
I am open to suggestions/opinions/advice.....
I think a Mauser in .50 Beowulf with a red dot "scout" scope would be one heck of a bush rifle. It would be a neat novelty and fun to build at the very least.
I am open to suggestions/opinions/advice.....