Mannlichers....
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Nope. But that’s a good idea. I found the mount online and it’s a period correct one. Front and rear adjustable for non adjustable scopes
I took the mount off and it say the usual and 1903. No caliber.
That will be a 6.5x54, unless someone barreled it. But I doubt it as the internal magazine was designed for the original chambering. I would be very careful if someone told you it was a 7x57 as the M1903 was never chambered that way.
According to the Mannlicher Schoenauer collector's website the 7x57 was first chambered in the M1924.
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I’ll take the mount off again the markings are very faint and the rear screw hole is about where the number is. It might be 1908. I found a 1908 in 7 x 57. I’ll try and find out who owned the gun and see if they have more info. It’s a small town so chances are they are still around Thanks again for the info.
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I thought you folks my enjoy seeing this... I know I'd be curious as to the "why"...
Weight 8lb. 9¼oz., 18½in. pull, 18¾in. barrel, nitro proof
A customised 6.5mm 'M1908' Mannlicher Schöenauer Stutzen by Steyr, no. 21489
Rotary-magazine, displaced and rebuilt trigger with pistolgrip, with replacement double rolled-edged triggerguard with foliate-scroll engraving, figured stock with inserts, wood extension and recoil-pad, the forestock fully stocked to the muzzle with pronged bi-pod type attachment, sling-eyes, the barrel with open-sights and ramp-mounted bead-foresight, the receiver with mounts for a telescope-sightWeight 8lb. 9¼oz., 18½in. pull, 18¾in. barrel, nitro proof
I suspect it was built for someone who had lost an arm, perhaps in the war.
I thought you folks my enjoy seeing this... I know I'd be curious as to the "why"...
A customised 6.5mm 'M1908' Mannlicher Schöenauer Stutzen by Steyr, no. 21489
Rotary-magazine, displaced and rebuilt trigger with pistolgrip, with replacement double rolled-edged triggerguard with foliate-scroll engraving, figured stock with inserts, wood extension and recoil-pad, the forestock fully stocked to the muzzle with pronged bi-pod type attachment, sling-eyes, the barrel with open-sights and ramp-mounted bead-foresight, the receiver with mounts for a telescope-sight
Weight 8lb. 9¼oz., 18½in. pull, 18¾in. barrel, nitro proof
There were numerous firearms altered for avid hunter Kaiser Wilhelm II to compensate for his disfigured left arm. I know of none quite as radical as this, but it may be in the same category.
"Kaiser Wilhelm II (1859–1941) necessitated modifications to his hunting rifles and shotguns due to a withered left arm, caused by Erb's palsy during a complicated breech birth. Despite this disability, he was an enthusiastic hunter, relying on specially adapted firearms to hunt with his right arm.
Key Alterations and Customizations
- Disabled-Friendly Controls: Because he could not hold a standard rifle or break a shotgun, his firearms were often modified for single-handed use.
- Custom Stock and Fore-end: His rifles frequently featured customized stocks and fore-ends designed to be supported by a rest, allowing him to fire using only his right arm.
- Specialized Engravings: Wilhelm II's guns, often crafted by renowned makers like Joh. Springer, featured his imperial monogram (a stylized Gothic "W" with an imperial crown) on the top tang or stock, with the Hohenzollern coat of arms often appearing on the grip cap.
- Inventory Numbers: Due to his vast collection, his firearms were often marked with inventory numbers, such as "21" observed on a 12-gauge pinfire shotgun.
- Use of Rests: The Kaiser relied on shooting assistants to load his guns and, due to his inability to easily manipulate standard actions, often used shooting sticks or fixed stands to rest the barrel.
- Pairs of Shotguns: His shotguns were often part of a pair, enabling a faster shooting experience with the assistance of a loader, which helped compensate for his lack of agility in breaking the gun."
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Modified but still interesting C. Widmer (St. Gallen, Switzerland) Mauser 98 Stutzen in an upcoming Canadian auction.
To me, the rechambered calibre is unfortunate. However, others may enjoy reloading for this cannon.
https://www.icollector.com/Mauser-A...e-9-3-x-338-Magnum-c-w-Weaver-Scope_i59890682
To me, the rechambered calibre is unfortunate. However, others may enjoy reloading for this cannon.
https://www.icollector.com/Mauser-A...e-9-3-x-338-Magnum-c-w-Weaver-Scope_i59890682
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