Commercial Mauser 9 x 57

[Newby]

I picked up a collection, there a quite a few rifles I am not familiar with. There is no indications to me that its a military sporter so I believe it was a commercial sale. I found one online that had a similar SN so it may have been made around 1914. Any thoughts or information, approx. value would be appreciated. Thanks !

 

[mark k]

It is a commercial Mauser Oberndorf model C. Nice find.

 

[MiG25]

~$500 in my opinion.

 

[Newby]

It is a commercial Mauser Oberndorf model C. Nice find.

Thank you. I was able to google the name and found a discussion on Gunboards, apparently it was a entry model, most were modified, not many exist anymore, not well known, somewhat rare. The suggestion was the SN ended in the 70ks, so it looks like that number is higher as this one is 88K. Thats the jest of what I found. Can you add anything ? Any idea on value ?

 

[conor_90]

~$500 in my opinion.

I'll take it lol

 

[Buckmastr]

~$500 in my opinion.

Yes I agree in that condition and calibre

 

[MiG25]

I'll take it lol

In a world where a thumbs up emoji is a binding contract, looks like you're committed.

 

[dan belisle]

I picked up a collection, there a quite a few rifles I am not familiar with. There is no indications to me that its a military sporter so I believe it was a commercial sale. I found one online that had a similar SN so it may have been made around 1914. Any thoughts or information, approx. value would be appreciated. Thanks !

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I have the same model chambered in the same cartridge. Nice. - dan

 

[9.3mauser]

#88284 would place it around 1924, according to the Speed book. I have 88107, a type B in .30'06.

 

[mbogo3]

I have Knoch 9x57 SP ammo if you need some.

 

[conor_90]

In a world where a thumbs up emoji is a binding contract, looks like you're committed.

The cool stuff always shows up after you buy something...

 

[Newby]

#88284 would place it around 1924, according to the Speed book. I have 88107, a type B in .30'06.

Thanks for the information.

 

[Canuck65]

The Swedish ones in similar condition can be had for about $350. Yours is probably worth a little more than that. Maybe 500-600 if you can find the right buyer. BTW, dies and brass can be found for that at places like Intersurplus. I'm not sure if factory ammo is still available in North America, but I have seen some old Norma, and maybe Prvi stuff around at gun shows.

 

[a j cave]

Hard to find components for. Dies are $100+, cast bullets and 8x57 brass. Not a thing wrong with the cartridge just another old ~35cal gun.

 

[conor_90]

I've heard of people using modern 358 cal bullets. Can the difference between 356 and 358 really create dangerous pressures? Plenty of 308 bore 7.62x39 and 54r out there

Could you also not just change the expander ball etc in 8x57 dies?

 

[dan belisle]

I've heard of people using modern 358 cal bullets. Can the difference between 356 and 358 really create dangerous pressures? Plenty of 308 bore 7.62x39 and 54r out there

Could you also not just change the expander ball etc in 8x57 dies?

It works. Just don't load hot. - dan

 

[conor_90]

I think the gun is worth 350 bucks shipped now lol

 

[Frikkie007]

Looks like the stock might have been shortened

 

[Newby]

It is a commercial Mauser Oberndorf model C. Nice find.

Thanks again for your help. Once you identified the rifle I was able to connect with two Mauser collectors, received a higher range of value then was posted, it sold in minutes.

 

[gaff]

nice old school rifle.