Husqvarna Sporting Rifles #### - ALL MODELS!!!

[Kasta]

Looking for ID on the .308 I just picked up. Serial is 2103XX which I believe puts it in 1957. No nose. Walnut Monte Carlo with checkered grip and forestock. No Engravings. I believe it's a 3000 or a 3100 but I'm not sure how to tell the difference. Can't get a decent picture atm but can provide some later on if necessary.

 

[Baribal]

Yes, the year of manufacture is 1957. No nose ? Actually, it should be either schnabel or round nose. The 3000 have a round plastic nose (early) or an angular / squarish rosewood nose. The 3100 have a straight comb.
If it's from recent import, it can be one of the various 1640 variation. Pictures will say it all.

 

[Rob]

The were popular and well regarded in the days but they were not very common on the used market as people tended to keep them. The flood of new imports starting early 2000's at an affordable price did the rest.

In my experience, especially the lightweight HVA carbines were always relatively common and very desirable in B.C. as mountain hunting rifles. I bought my first one (of many) from the used rack at Reliable, in mint condition, sometime during the mid-80s for $400. And back then, everyone was sporterizing Swedish Husqvarna M-38s. At Lever Arms in Vancouver, they cost $55. The big influx of used Scandinavian sporters came later and I don't see it slowing down yet.


There have always been serious Husqvarna collectors, but now because of the recent influx there are also a lot of casual collectors who own just two or three Husqvarna rifles. And restoring Husqvarna beaters is a new Canadian hobby. The Husqvarna may indeed be Canada's national rifle.

 

[buckbrush]

Sheep hunters loved the light weight model. They are light but loud. B.S.A.’s Hunter and Majestic models were prized as well.

 

[Kasta]

Here are some photos of the 308.

 

[Baribal]

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Here are some photos of the 308.

What is the barrel length ?

 

[Kasta]

What is the barrel length ?

20.5"

 

[Baribal]

If there is a cheekpiece, then, it's a model 4000 that seems to have been through many adventures... does it still carry it's sights ? Is there a front sight hood on it ?

 

[Kasta]

If there is a cheekpiece, then, it's a model 4000 that seems to have been though true many adventures... does it carries it's sights ? Is there a front sight hood on it ?

Yes haha it's definitely seen quite a lot, lots of dings on it. Certainly a rifle with lots of character. No sight hood. What do you mean by carry it's sights?

 

[Baribal]

Yes haha it's definitely seen quite a lot, lots of dings on it. Certainly a rifle with lots of character. No sight hood. What do you mean by carry it's sights?

If the sights are still attached to it.

 

[Kasta]

Yes, there is a front sight but no rear sight.

 

[Baribal]

Yes, there is a front sight but no rear sight.

Pretty common on those. The rear sight was removed to install a scope. They are commonly found with a replacement folding rear sight and some late rifles came with it from Tradewinds.

 

[MD]

In my experience, especially the lightweight HVA carbines were always relatively common and very desirable in B.C. as mountain hunting rifles. I bought my first one (of many) from the used rack at Reliable, in mint condition, sometime during the mid-80s for $400. And back then, everyone was sporterizing Swedish Husqvarna M-38s. At Lever Arms in Vancouver, they cost $55. The big influx of used Scandinavian sporters came later and I don't see it slowing down yet.


There have always been serious Husqvarna collectors, but now there are also a lot of casual collectors who own just two or three Husqvarna rifles. And restoring Husqvarna beaters is a new Canadian hobby. The Husqvarna may indeed be Canada's national rifle.

I'm one of those guys. I was first given a 1952 FN action Husqvarna 270 by a friend of my daughter's when regstration was required and he couldn't be bothered and preferred to give the rifle away. Then our mutual acquaintance Tom Norris (sadly gone now) gave me first a Model 4100 lightwieght in 7x57 and then later one in 270 as well. They are my favourite "carrying around rifles."

This one came to me with a non-factory gloss finish

 

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From this fall. My 270, wearing a Kahles 2x on claw mounts. It has the checkered butt, serrated trigger and finer checkering.


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Is this rifle missing the butt plate? Are those scope mounts welded on?

 

[Baribal]

Is this rifle missing the butt plate? Are those scope mounts welded on?

The higher grades were made that way, no plastic buttplate.

 

[Ltbull01]

Hello! I'm looking for a simple rear iron sight for a 1600. Anyone know where to acquire? Not the adjustable style, just a single blade sight. Thanks!

 

[Milt Dale]

I am about to start refinishing a couple of 1900 stocks, I wont be sanding just stripping and ironing some dents, any advice on what to use Tung oil Tru oil etc.? Thanks.

 

[vmax204]

I am about to start refinishing a couple of 1900 stocks, I wont be sanding just stripping and ironing some dents, any advice on what to use Tung oil Tru oil etc.? Thanks.

I am a big fan of Minwax products and the antique oil has been a favorite for many years. I finish with paste wax.

 

[HuskyDude]

If you want to wear sun glasses from the extra shine you get from "Tru Oil" give'er.

Or like vmax204 suggests MINIWAX Antique Oil is a great product.

 

[Baribal]

Hello! I'm looking for a simple rear iron sight for a 1600. Anyone know where to acquire? Not the adjustable style, just a single blade sight. Thanks!

What caliber is your rifle ?