Author Topic: DanZig Mauser? (Read 713 times)

EdinCT · « **on:** January 30, 2006, 04:29:58 PM »

I bought a 1906 Danzig 98 Mauser to make a project rifle out of. All numbers match with exception of the floor plate. It has no cleaning rod either.The bore is a little dark but it shoots into a 2" group at 50 yards. About 8" high at the lowest setting though.
My question is,Is this a rifle that should be saved as is or should I procede with useing the action for a project?

Slamfire · « **Reply #1 on:** January 30, 2006, 06:53:11 PM »

The really good Mausers were made in the late 20's and early 30's. The ones from the WWI era ought not be used for custom rifles.

anweis · « **Reply #2 on:** January 31, 2006, 02:14:12 AM »

it is not the year of manufacture that matters the most (the best Mauser that i have ever seen was a Modelo Argentino made in 1910), but whether that rifle is a strong large ring Mauser action or a weaker small ring action. I am not familiar with that particular model, but your safest options are these:
-take the rifle to a good gunsmith familiar with Mausers/bolt actions, and have him check the rifle and the headspace; this is a good idea with any old warhorse, and will tell you if you have a strong large ring action.
-beware that replacing barrels and stocks will cost enough $ to make the purchase of a modern rifle worth considering.

EdinCT · « **Reply #3 on:** February 01, 2006, 03:07:19 PM »

Thanks for the replies. It is a large ring and it sure looks good next to the yugos they have around here. Very tight and smooth. Also the parts are much better finished and shaped.