7X57 rifles
09-19-2006, 02:18 AM
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Boone & Crockett
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7X57 rifles
I was wondering who, if anyone currently chambers the 7x57 rifle in their line? I have not seen one in years. I have an old Military rifle in that caliber but its not a great candidate for sporterizing.
09-19-2006, 05:28 AM
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Dominant Buck
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RE: 7X57 rifles
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GENERAL:The 7 x 57 mm Mauser rifle was the standard armament of the Spanish forces during the Spanish American War. The weapon, firing smokeless powder, was far superior to the Springfield trapdoor rifle carried by most American volunteer units, and also to Krag-Jorgenson Rifle carried by the U.S. Regular Army troops and the "Rough Riders".
James, I had 4 back in the 70's and like a fool I sold them!
09-19-2006, 07:30 AM
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RE: 7X57 rifles
Blaser still makes them, but they are ugly and expensive. Rem & ruger used to make them, Rem stopped in 1995. There is an unfired Rem Mountain Rifle on GA for $599 and a bunch of Rugers as well.
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09-19-2006, 07:36 AM
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RE: 7X57 rifles
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Type A Oberndorf 7x57 Sporter
GA# 976713892
$4,750.00
Original Mauser Oberndorf Sporting Rifle in 7x57mm with Single Square bridge Intermediate action, and Mauser factory scope mounting system! Rifle appears to have been professionally re-finished, and was very well done. All numbers and markings sharp. Horn Buttplate, express sights, see through mounts with Zeiss scope. Serial number 94xxx, made i
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09-19-2006, 07:45 AM
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RE: 7X57 rifles
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Custom M77 Ruger 7x57
GA# 976730678
$2,700.00
Custom Mannlicher stocked Ruger Model 77 in 7x57 Mauser. Unbelievable condition, wonderfully executed. Liberty model 77 barreled action with 22" barrel,(made in 1976 and so marked)that has been re-stocked in a full length, mannlicher styled walnut with all the custom features. Has a quarter barrel rib, with three folding leaf sights, trap buttplate
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09-19-2006, 07:48 AM
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RE: 7X57 rifles
Mine is a Mauser but I don't recall which model. I have shot it a little and it shot pretty well. I only fired it with the military sights ay 50 and 75 yards. Just looking at the cartridge drawings, it does not appear that one could rechamber a 7mm-08 either. I quess I would have to start from scratch. First I would have to figure out why I would need one.
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09-19-2006, 07:51 AM
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Dominant Buck
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RE: 7X57 rifles
ORIGINAL: James B
Mine is a Mauser but I don't recall which model. I have shot it a little and it shot pretty well. I only fired it with the military sights ay 50 and 75 yards. Just looking at the cartridge drawings, it does not appear that one could rechamber a 7mm-08 either. I quess I would have to start from scratch. First I would have to figure out why I would need one.Thamnks Guys.
Mine is a Mauser but I don't recall which model. I have shot it a little and it shot pretty well. I only fired it with the military sights ay 50 and 75 yards. Just looking at the cartridge drawings, it does not appear that one could rechamber a 7mm-08 either. I quess I would have to start from scratch. First I would have to figure out why I would need one.
Thamnks Guys.
Many have been rechambered to 7mm Mag.
09-19-2006, 01:36 PM
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RE: 7X57 rifles
Ruger still makes the No.1 rifles in 7x57. I've been thinking about getting a light sporter in this caliber myself. I love my 7mm-08 but really like the old rounds as well. I have a couple of old Yugo mausers that i'm considering sending to E.R.Shaw for conversion - one to 7x57 and the other to 257 Roberts Improved. Haven't decided yet - maybe someday!
09-19-2006, 03:35 PM
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RE: 7X57 rifles
I couldn't find them listed from CZ maybe I just missed it. After really looking them over, I think Fox Ridge custom shop would be the best option for a costom Encore barrel. The options are almost endless.