9.3x57 Load's
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Northman999
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I love the 9.3x57. I had two and still have one (I re-chambered one to 9.3x62)
As for powder, BC-2 is your best friend. IMR 4895 is a decent second choice.
I use 270's and 286's in my 9.3x57. One good thing about this round is you do not need expensive premium bullets, as you can't push them fast enough to get any benefit from them; this round works just fine with plain cup and core bullets like Speer Hot-Cor or Prvi Partisan soft points.
Both my 9.3x57's were very accurate and easy to reload for. Norma makes factory ammo for the 9.3x57, but it is loaded very conservatively, which they state right on their web site. I think they push 286's at 2050 fps or something like that. Look for an honest 10% more velocity from any decent handload.
As for powder, BC-2 is your best friend. IMR 4895 is a decent second choice.
I use 270's and 286's in my 9.3x57. One good thing about this round is you do not need expensive premium bullets, as you can't push them fast enough to get any benefit from them; this round works just fine with plain cup and core bullets like Speer Hot-Cor or Prvi Partisan soft points.
Both my 9.3x57's were very accurate and easy to reload for. Norma makes factory ammo for the 9.3x57, but it is loaded very conservatively, which they state right on their web site. I think they push 286's at 2050 fps or something like that. Look for an honest 10% more velocity from any decent handload.
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I found H335 worked very well in my HVA.
Just heard from my Friend in BC that he is almost done with the stock on mine. Soon I will be able to sit down and start doing some load testing with the 285 PRVI.
My first hunting load used the 270 Speer and it shot way over POA. A proper sight blade will be made once a load is settled on.
Just heard from my Friend in BC that he is almost done with the stock on mine. Soon I will be able to sit down and start doing some load testing with the 285 PRVI.
My first hunting load used the 270 Speer and it shot way over POA. A proper sight blade will be made once a load is settled on.
Im still to receive the rifle, it is in the mail! I hope it arrives sometime this week! It is a 96 action & the date stamped on the action is 1943. The reason I have always wanted a 9.3x57 is it matches my hunting style, & most of my kills are within 15 to 100 yards.I think the 9.3x57 will be a great rifle for hunting Moose elk & deer.(less meet damage then the conventional caliber's, I hope !)
The gentleman I purchased the rifle from, also Included 50x 250 g Nosler partitions Are they any good?
Thanks for all the posts.
Great Info Im getting more excited! I hope the rifle turns Out to be sound! I know the stock has dings in it but no cracks & the gentlemen I purchased it off says the bore is good!I will see & let you know when it arrives.I will order some rounds from norma just for the brass! 2050 is plenty for what I need it for.Thanks for the post.
Im still to receive the rifle, it is in the mail! I hope it arrives sometime this week! It is a 96 action & the date stamped on the action is 1943. The reason I have always wanted a 9.3x57 is it matches my hunting style, & most of my kills are within 15 to 100 yards.I think the 9.3x57 will be a great rifle for hunting Moose elk & deer.(less meet damage then the conventional caliber's, I hope !)
The gentleman I purchased the rifle from, also Included 50x 250 g Nosler partitions Are they any good?
Thanks for all the posts.
Not sure they ever made a Partition in 250gr for the 9,3, only ones I've heard of were 286gr.
Nosler made a Solid Base (Ballistic Tip) in 250gr and then discontinued that when they made the 250gr Accubond. Never tried the BT but at the same time never found anyone who sad anything bad about them.
Due to the modest velocity you get with this cartridge most bullets made today should work like a premium does. They sure put moose down with authority, never seen them hit the ground before the barrel comes down from recoil before. Usually they try to figure out whats wrong for a couple moments and then go down. You will enjoy the results.
Those are the results Im looking for! Flop Bang!I just received the rifle in the mail,very excited going to put her together now,I will post a picture on the husky thread.Once again thanks for the reply.
spy
No worries, keep us posted!
One thing to watch is the shoulder on your cases. They are fairly small and you want to be sure they support properly for headspace or you will get pressure signs from the primer coming back and then the case slamming back, all sort of fun stuff I got to experience.
If you have a .375 expander ball or somthing like that it may not hurt to bump up your brass with a false shoulder and then set your 9,3 sizer down a bit at a time until the bolt closes without undue force. It will be almost like a fireformed case and make your first trip out much more fun.
One thing to watch is the shoulder on your cases. They are fairly small and you want to be sure they support properly for headspace or you will get pressure signs from the primer coming back and then the case slamming back, all sort of fun stuff I got to experience.
If you have a .375 expander ball or somthing like that it may not hurt to bump up your brass with a false shoulder and then set your 9,3 sizer down a bit at a time until the bolt closes without undue force. It will be almost like a fireformed case and make your first trip out much more fun.
Ok I have allot to learn,Im sure to get a new education here! Thanks
On a good note I spent the whole night rubbing & touching her! I have fallen in love,Im taking her out on our first date this weekend to the range.I will let you know how it goes!
Slow down Cowboy! Did you check the bedding yet? Even low power loads put the stock to work. They shrink in time and your tang may need to be relieved.
Check it out or get someone to do it for you so your stock doesn't end up like mine did...cracked at the wrist and the lug area too.
Check it out or get someone to do it for you so your stock doesn't end up like mine did...cracked at the wrist and the lug area too.
I have taken your advice & Im taking things slow! I have a Knowledgeable buddy & a gunsmith giving me support. Thanks for the words of caution.
Spy
I am sure you will enjoy your 9.3. I find mine easy to carry all day long and yet it packs lots of punch. My current load is 47gr of H4895 - 286gr Hornady at 2185f.p.s. C.O.L.=3.166 (the usual reduce and work up) This load hits about 6" high at 100yrds with factory sights. I built a rear peep sight from a weaver scope base and made a higher front sight to bring p.o.i. down to 2" high.
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I am sure you will enjoy your 9.3. I find mine easy to carry all day long and yet it packs lots of punch. My current load is 47gr of H4895 - 286gr Hornady at 2185f.p.s. C.O.L.=3.166 (the usual reduce and work up) This load hits about 6" high at 100yrds with factory sights. I built a rear peep sight from a weaver scope base and made a higher front sight to bring p.o.i. down to 2" high.
Thanks for all the info thats a real nice looking rifle you have there rombat Identical to mine, minus the recoil pad.Mine has the date 1943 stamped on the receiver.I spent the weekend stripping her down & cleaning her,wow was she dirty but she's nice & clean now.Did you have your stock redone,she looks mint?I was contemplating stripping mine down & redoing her,but Im still on the fence!
Anyway thanks for the info & great picture.
Mine is also a 1943. I refinished the stock myself and installed the Limbsaver recoil pad. It came with weaver bases but I will admit to the following modifications-epoxy bed the recoil lug and tang-shape and bend the bolt handle- remove bolt stop on magazine follower-low swing safety. Have played with several bullets including resized .375" to .366" Speer 235gr and Hornady 270gr. I also have used some 250gr Accubonds. H4895 seems to work the best for my rifle. If you have any load questions let me know and I will see if I can help. The following forum has tons of 9.3x57 stuff.
"http://forums.gunboards.com/forumdisplay.php?50-Swedish-Civilian-amp-Sporting-Firearms"
"http://forums.gunboards.com/forumdisplay.php?50-Swedish-Civilian-amp-Sporting-Firearms"
By the sounds of it you really like the calibre!
Excuse my ignorance but the 1943 model 46A (Swedish M38 mauser action) is that the same as, the mauser 96 action as shown in the above picture?Same rifle?Thanks
Spy
By the sounds of it you really like the calibre!
Thanks
Spy
Basically the same action, supposed to be somewhat improved. Different metallurgy from the M96.
The M46 was made from 1928 to the mid 1930s and actually used Carl Gustav actions because Husqvarna did not make M96/94 actions at that time. The M46A came about when Husqvarna started making the M38 miltary action in the late 1930s (or early 40s?) and began using it in their civilian rifles as well.
The 46A has a schnabel fore end on the stock, the 46 does not. The 46 has a more graceful barrel contour, the 46A has a more military looking step-down in barrel diameter just forward of the action.
And yes, I do like the cartridge very much.
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