Considering A Swedish 6.5 mm. ,.... Which One??

[Warlock49766]

I have always wanted a Swedish 6.5mm but I am not sure which model to get. :rolleyes: I do reload my own ammunition so the ammo wouldn't be a problem as far as the power and accuracy end of it goes because I chronograph my loads.

Which model would all of you suggest ?

smittylite,.. NOW yours looks like a little SWEETHEART,... what a beautiful firearm you have there. ;) :D

I'm up for suggestions fellas!! :cool:

[smittylite]

Honestly, I like the 96, long and slender, a joy to shoot. I'm in the process of pulling some funds together for a couple other Swedes.

Now of the 96's, you have a choice too. Oberndorf's, Carl Gustaf's, and Husqvarna.

Then again, if you want something shorter, a 38 might be to your liking. :D

Choices, choices................

[Warlock49766]

Which out of the list of 96's would you suggest as the best??

If you could rate them:
1st
2nd
3rd
choice wise, for accuracy & reliability??;)

[Schuetzenman]

Frankly most any of them can be as accurate as is possible for the round. BTW it's one of the best rounds out there and much overlooked in the accuracy department.

I have a Husvarna 96 dated in 44 and it was essentially new and only lightly fired, still had 90% of the bluing intact on the rifling lands in the bore when I got it. Very very accurate. I have a Carl Gustav that is a target version with the Swiss Elite micrometer sight and hooded glob sight on it. It's very MOA capable and I've Cryo treated it so it stays tight as it gets hot. Btw, that one is for sale. ;)

Mostly it comes down to bore condition folks, the better it is the better it shoots.

[Warlock49766]

Thanks Schuetzenman,....

I'm looking to purchase one that I can use in the field,.. 6.5's have a good reputation for their flat shooting and accuracy. It should prove to make a good varmint round especially with my handloads! ;) :D

It would be nice as well to have one with some value that's why I asked about which maker, model, and year.

[Schuetzenman]

Originally posted by Warlock49766
Thanks Schuetzenman,....

I'm looking to purchase one that I can use in the field,.. 6.5's have a good reputation for their flat shooting and accuracy. It should prove to make a good varmint round especially with my handloads! ;) :D

It would be nice as well to have one with some value that's why I asked about which maker, model, and year.

There's only 3 makers of Swedish Mausers. Gustav Werks, Huskvarna and Mauser Obendorf. Obies are valuable but usually in well used shape. Otherwise it comes down to overall condition as to the value. You want one that's really valuable you need to get the Sniper version of the 96 with Ajack scope on it. $1300 and up.

[smittylite]

Like Schuetz said, the Obie's were only made for a few years around the turn of the last century(feel wierd saying that:)) and usually are a premium because of it. If you are just getting one for use in the field, look for a Gustaf in the best shape you can find. Make sure to do your research regarding the brass insert plate, and really check the bore well. There have been instances where individuals have changed out the circular brass insert plate and it is not original to the rifle.