I've posted some of these pictures to another thread, but here's my last acquisition. Domestically known as a M1951 "Hi Power Deluxe".
With the help of our resident expert Baribal and others, it's Swedish designation would be 640, built on an FN98 action and serial number from 1953.
To add to the confusion it's a model 1100 in the USA. Here's the link to the discussion; http://forums.gunboards.com/showthread.php?728834-Second-Husqvarna
I removed the Weaver scope mounts and filled the holes with plug screws. The stock safety had been replaced with a 2 position Parker Hale safety by the PO, which gave me some grief when it came time to disassemble and reassemble the bolt;
I used the factory drilled holes to mount a peep sight, the Lyman 57 SMET;
I've since taken the rifle to the range and shot both 150 gr FMJ, and the 180 gr cast lead bullets that I intend to mostly shoot. It's a joy to shoot, and seems milder on my shoulder with the 150 grain bullets than my M38 with 140's.
Now that the Husqvarna bug has bitten me hard, I have since ordered an M46 in 9.3x57. It should be here next week. I just love the look and feel of quality steel and real wood.
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Tradex just listed another boat load of 1600's/FN98's in 30'06/8x57/270/6.5x55/9.3x62
I quickly scooped up an early model (steel trigger guard) 1600 carbine in 30-06 (model 4000?) from the recent batch. It has the "Monte Carlo" raised comb walnut schnabel stock. No cracks or major dents/scratches just "hunted with" handling marks which I don't mind... it's going to be used in the field anyways. The metal has some minor spotted surface rust on top of the barrel. No biggy. The bore is mint!
I would prefer a .308 in a 20.5" barrel... but I really can't complain. The 30-06 will lob heavier bullets with ease.
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Installed Buehler bases and rings with a Leupold Vari-X IIc 2-7. I would like to find the proper sight hood and rear sight for it.
This gun handles awesome! The tad short LOP is the perfect length for wearing a hunting jacket and no maxi pad to snag on my gear! I can't wait to brutalize my shoulder 180 grains at a time.
I like the steel guard version better myself as well. You will want to have some hearing protection on with that 52cm barrel lol gets pretty blasty in 30'06. I have one I hunt with in 6.5x55 with a 53cm barrel and it's an ear ringer pretty bad as well.
They listed a couple of Dahlbergs in 6.5x55 but they are a little too "fancy" for me. One even has the Dahlberg mount on it.
I've been on a bit of a PH kick lately though....lol.
darn it! I've following this thread but working hard to resist the Husky bug. Must say it's very hard. I have room for two more long rifle in my safe and want an old school steel and wood rifle. i've been wathcing husky, brno, and winnie M70s but can't make the final decision. what is it about the Husky that generated over 1780 posts?
Bando…I’ve asked that question many times myself over the last 15 - 17 years and am not sure of a qualified answer yet.
One thing is for sure though, if found at a gun show it is Husky and Husky alone I ask for. I now own 4 --- one 6.5x55 purchased for my son, 8x57, 9.3x57 and a 30-06 that started it all.
You sound like you’re ready for one … do you know an owner who would let you use for a day?
I quickly scooped up an early model (steel trigger guard) 1600 carbine in 30-06 (model 4000?) from the recent batch. It has the "Monte Carlo" raised comb walnut schnabel stock. No cracks or major dents/scratches just "hunted with" handling marks which I don't mind... it's going to be used in the field anyways. The metal has some minor spotted surface rust on top of the barrel. No biggy. The bore is mint!
I would prefer a .308 in a 20.5" barrel... but I really can't complain. The 30-06 will lob heavier bullets with ease.
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Installed Buehler bases and rings with a Leupold Vari-X IIc 2-7. I would like to find the proper sight hood and rear sight for it.
This gun handles awesome! The tad short LOP is the perfect length for wearing a hunting jacket and no maxi pad to snag on my gear! I can't wait to brutalize my shoulder 180 grains at a time.