Husqvarna 1600 from Tradex?

[mmattockx]

I have an M96 sporter in 6.5x55 from Tradex and am now looking at a Husky 1600 in 6.5x55 from them as well. I have a few questions on the 1600 action, though.

1) Is the 1600 a Mauser based action? Stronger than a 96? Same as the 98?
2) How are the triggers on the 1600's? Can I put a Timney replacement in?
3) Typical accuracy from these rifles?
4) What is the fit/finish/quality like on these?

Thanks,
Mark

 

[Jimbobob08]

That's my husqvarna 1600 in 6.5x55 from trade ex. It was described as very good bore, very good condition and that was no lie, after alittle cleaning it looks, feels, and functions like a much more expensive rifle. That action is an improved mauser with the full length claw extractor and 3 locking lugs. The trigger is very nice, no creep, crisp let go, and IMO perfect for a hunting rifle, if your a target shooter you'll probably find it heavy because it's not 1.5-2.5lb. I believe a replacement could be fitted, but somebody with more info should be along to answer that for sure. Accuracy is very good imo, i'm no bench rest shooter and with factory federal ammo and iron sights 4shot grps 1.5" at 100y is the norm for my rifle. With handloads,scope and somebody who can shoot i'm sure these rifles will easily be sub moa. They're used, but the fit, quality and finish is still top notch, just check out my pics above.

Edit: I see trade ex has a nice 1900 too, if I had the money.... http://www.tradeexcanada.com/index.php?option=com_paxgallery&task=view&gid=5&iid=2035

 

[tjsudbury]

Hunting accuracy of these is excellent. keep in mind that they have a light weight barrell, and so heat up faster than a heavier barrell does. I have 7 or 8 husky lightweights, and all of them are good shooters, one, a 270 win easily groops 130 gr federals into 5/8". Yes they can be fitted with a Timney trigger.

 

[SandRoad]

Yes they can be fitted with a Timney trigger.

I have a 1600 barrelled action in 6.5x55 from Trade Ex and it is in very good condition.

It would be great if anyone can confirm about the Timney trigger. As I understand, the trigger will fit, but the safety is a bit different??

As for the original questions,

1) It is a modified Mauser action, but small ring. They were chambered for many magnum cartridges, including 308 Norma and 358 Norma Magnums. Both loaded at 64,000 psi, which is more than the 300 Win Mag, (62,000 psi).

They are factory drilled and tapped for scope bases.

4) Fit and finish are very good on my rifle, but as above, it will need some cleaning up. The one I have has an alloy trigger guard and alloy floorplate.

 

[tjsudbury]

It would be great if anyone can confirm about the Timney trigger. As I understand, the trigger will fit, but the safety is a bit different??

I had a Timney installed on one of my 1600's a few years back by Epps. the original safety was removed, and is replaced by the safety that was part of the trigger package. A very minor amount on inletting was required for he new safety.

 

[kamlooky]

Good info. I see Tradex has a browning in the same caliber. How do these Huskie 1600's and 1900's compare to the browning a-bolt or should I have said that in reverse?

 

[tjhaile]

Huber Concepts also makes an adjustable trigger for Husqvarnas. I have one on my Mannlicher stocked .308 and can vouch for it.

http://huberconcepts.com/Husqvarna.htm

 

[tjhaile]

Good info. I see Tradex has a browning in the same caliber. How do these Huskie 1600's and 1900's compare to the browning a-bolt or should I have said that in reverse?

Any Husqvarna is a far nicer rifle than an A-Bolt, especially if you have a more traditional taste in rifles.

 

[downwindtracker2]

When they say "improved mauser" they mean M-96 not M-98,it's tough to improve a M-98.The improvements are more support of the cartridge ,third lug, and better gas handling like a M-98. The use of modern steel makes them a very strong action.Both factory and Timmey triggers are only trigger block. Timmey is said to be making a run of triggers for the M-1600.I have Huber on my 6.5-06 M-1600 and the safety limits the creep adjustment,better a Timmey. The ones with alloy bottom metal are not as durable as say the Remington alloy bottom metal in both looks and strength,so go with the steel if possible. As with any mauser,the stocks need re-enforcement,glass bedding or cross bolts to avoid tang splittting.A small ring mauser might be finest action to build a hunting rifle on.