Mauser Loader

A Review of March 8-80×56 Rifle Scope

Originally posted on rifletalk:
This review was first written by me at the end of 2012 and posted to a Canadian website. I’ve added an edit or two to reflect more recent experiences. Enjoy the read. I’d long been intrigued by the much vaunted but quite elusive March line of riflescopes but what did I…

1000 Yard 8mm Shots

Though I am not a fan of the music in the video, this guy is getting it done with a 6x Ajak scope! -Enjoy! 1000 yard 8mm shots

Here is a “Must Read” article from Creighton Audette, Gunsmith

Three reasons you need to read this: 1. The “Ladder Test” for load development is “spot on” in my opinion. 2. The last few paragraphs on the subject of “cant” at long range. 3. To better understand “Barrel Harmonics”. Enjoy! Click to access It%20Aint%20necessarily%20so.pdf

The Eight Functions of a Bolt Action Mauser Rifle

When gunsmithing our Mauser Rifles it is important to understand the varied functions and operation of a bolt-action 98K rifle. This is especially important if you desire to do any trigger work, lug lapping, etc. So I offer up this great video by Larry Potterfield of Midway USA – enjoy!

Great Cast Bullet Article

I found this great article by CE Harris on Cast Bullet reloading for Military Rifles. Covers many calibers but has specific reference to 8mm Mauser Cast Bullets and everything from small game to Deer loads as well as 100-600 yard target loads.

Lyman 323378 Mold Update

Well, I am still trying to get this mold for my collection. But until then I have found another source for these 8mm cast bullets – The Western Bullet Company. $20.00 a hundred is pretty cheap too. Check them out here: http://www.westernbullet.com/id3gr.html

.308 Mauser Barrels

You have got to check this man out! He has Mauser gunsmithing down to a science and he is an FFL so you can send him your rifle direct. He can accurize any 98K Mauser to original accuracy standards. http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=268939448