Just bought my first bolt action rifle, the venerable 8mm Mauser 98. It's the "short" version and has a laminated stock that someone cleaned up real nice. The rifle (receiver)was made in '44, also has "bnz" stamped on the receiver, and its serial number is 4476. It bears no importer markings whatsoever. The barrel is slighlty dark, and the rifling is very sharp. Paid $89 for it. Haven't put any rounds through it yet.
Can anyone give me some info on the newest addition to the family? Also, where is a good place to get ammo, either corrosive or non-corrosive? What kind of performance should I expect out of my old war horse?
Can anyone give me some info on the newest addition to the family? Also, where is a good place to get ammo, either corrosive or non-corrosive? What kind of performance should I expect out of my old war horse?