Mannlichers....

[topgun223]

I just bought one in 7x57. That’s what they tell me. No markings. It’s the one with the scope mounts

 

[topgun223]

Does anyone know where I can get a rear sight for the top one. I guess they took it off for scope clearance

 

[1899]

I just bought one in 7x57. That’s what they tell me. No markings. It’s the one with the scope mounts

Have you taken the scope mount off to look at the markings underneath?

 

[topgun223]

Have you taken the scope mount off to look at the markings underneath?

Nope. But that’s a good idea. I found the mount online and it’s a period correct one. Front and rear adjustable for non adjustable scopes

 

[topgun223]

Have you taken the scope mount off to look at the markings underneath?

I took the mount off and it say the usual and 1903. No caliber.

 

[1899]

I took the mount off and it say the usual and 1903. No caliber.

That will be a 6.5x54, unless someone barreled it. But I doubt it as the internal magazine was designed for the original chambering. I would be very careful if someone told you it was a 7x57 as the M1903 was never chambered that way.

According to the Mannlicher Schoenauer collector's website the 7x57 was first chambered in the M1924.

Mannlicher Collectors

 

[topgun223]

When I stick a 6.5 bullet down in the muzzle it rattles around but a 7 mm bullet seals the bore. I’ll try and get some cerrossafe and do a chamber cast

 

[topgun223]

I’ll take the mount off again the markings are very faint and the rear screw hole is about where the number is. It might be 1908. I found a 1908 in 7 x 57. I’ll try and find out who owned the gun and see if they have more info. It’s a small town so chances are they are still around Thanks again for the info.

 

[1899]

I’ll take the mount off again the markings are very faint and the rear screw hole is about where the number is. It might be 1908. I found a 1908 in 7 x 57. I’ll try and find out who owned the gun and see if they have more info. It’s a small town so chances are they are still around Thanks again for the info.

Good luck and stay safe!