1908 Mannlicher Shoenauer

[cooter303]

Picked up one of these 1908 Mannlichers today. Its 8x56m.s. Anyone know much about these? I got dies with it and some ammo. Is there a source for brass? Going to see how it does with cast bullets.

 

[tiriaq]

I believe you can start with 8x57 cases, size, trim, etc.
A friend had one. He commented on the stoutness of the recoil - light rifle, heavy bullet at good velocity.

 

[iron cat]

I had one and it was a fantastic little carbine! I only shot two deer with it, but used Game Kings and they performed perfectly at 90 paces and 143 paces .
I still regret selling it, but I got back a 6.5x54MS recently so I don't feel too bad! LOL.
That 8mm has lots of power for moose as well as deer.
I think Intersurplus has 8mm Ms cases for sale
Mine wasn't a half stock likes yours however, it was a full stock carbine with the short barrel


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[cooter303]

I believe you can start with 8x57 cases, size, trim, etc.
A friend had one. He commented on the stoutness of the recoil - light rifle, heavy bullet at good velocity.

Yes it has a kick to it for sure. Will be good with cast bullet loads.

 

[Majestro]

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[tiriaq]

That is a different cartridge.

 

[Raton57]

Never had anything to do with them for 50 years is the bolt move as smooth as that one was.

 

[cooter303]

Never had anything to do with them for 50 years is the bolt move as smooth as that one was.

Yes.

 

[kamlooky]

You sure like that awd stuff.
Good to see you today.

 

[cooter303]

You sure like that awd stuff.
Good to see you today.

Yes. I like have stuff not everybody else has!!! Was good to stop in at your place. Thanks for the powder!!!