I just ordered a Mauser 96 9.3x57 fromTradex with weaver bases.The bolt is turned down, but original,which means I either alter the bolt, use very high scope rings, or use an Aimpoint.Since the 9.3x57 is considered a 200 yard rifle anyway-the Aimpoint seems to be a viable option.Has anyone else opted for an aimpoint for this rifle-and if so-what brand or model Aimpoint did you use,and what has your experiance been in hunting situations?
AIMPOINT option for Mauser 96 9.3x57
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I have very much the same question, since I'm thinking of putting something on my Tradeex purchased 9.3x62. It's got some funny mounts (the rear ones looking a bit off, which is really unfortunate considering that it is an otherwise excellent rifle) and a turned down bolt, but uses the regular M96 safety which might require a scope to be mounted high. I'd like to buy regular weaver mounts and try something like an aimpoint or similar red-dot scope.
So once again, has anyone tried mounting an aimpoint or similar optic on their Swede rifles with any success?
Regards,
Frank
So once again, has anyone tried mounting an aimpoint or similar optic on their Swede rifles with any success?
Regards,
Frank
I have a M38 and event though the bolt is turned down, I still have to use xtra high rings. I have a Farrell base on it.
I scoped it at first, but the balance of the rifle was not to my liking, so I took the scope off and I put a Bushnell trophy red dot. The ease of aiming is astonishing and I imagine that an Aimpoint would only be better. I mounted it forward of the bolt handle, and it works well.
I scoped it at first, but the balance of the rifle was not to my liking, so I took the scope off and I put a Bushnell trophy red dot. The ease of aiming is astonishing and I imagine that an Aimpoint would only be better. I mounted it forward of the bolt handle, and it works well.
Eltorro......Thanks for sharing your experiences with the Red Dot.
I think that I'll be seriously considering this option. I have a 4x40 Bushnell Scopechief VI that I'll be putting on my 9.3x57, which came with a rubber cheekpiece to provide the proper weld with a higher sitting scope. I think that I'll use that option for early mornings and evenings from a stand position, while trying a low magification scope/red dot on the 9.3x62.
Regards,
Frank
I think that I'll be seriously considering this option. I have a 4x40 Bushnell Scopechief VI that I'll be putting on my 9.3x57, which came with a rubber cheekpiece to provide the proper weld with a higher sitting scope. I think that I'll use that option for early mornings and evenings from a stand position, while trying a low magification scope/red dot on the 9.3x62.
Regards,
Frank
