Counter sniper, German style

[Phil]

I really like your K31, Jim. That was supposed to be my next purchase but I have come across a sporterized Oberndorf Mauser in 7x57. Nice looking rifle, original barrel, great rifling, shiny bore. It's already drilled and tapped so I won't feel bad a desecrating a collector.

I saw it on the counter at my friends shop (a guy had just brought it in) and he told me $150 OTD. His wife said she had someone else looking for one already. If he doesn't want it .....it's mine!

[jpattersonnh]

Originally Posted by Phil

I really like your K31, Jim. That was supposed to be my next purchase but I have come across a sporterized Oberndorf Mauser in 7x57. Nice looking rifle, original barrel, great rifling, shiny bore. It's already drilled and tapped so I won't feel bad a desecrating a collector.

I saw it on the counter at my friends shop (a guy had just brought it in) and he told me $150 OTD. His wife said she had someone else looking for one already. If he doesn't want it .....it's mine!

That would be a great find for a 7x57! I actually have 2 K31's. They are great shooters and real easy to reload for. I think they are more accurate than the M96 or M38 Swede's. Like the Swede's the fit and finish is outstanding.

[badfisherman]

Very cool stuff Jim. When did this passion for this gun style start? Thats quite a collection you have going.

[jpattersonnh]

Originally Posted by badfisherman

Very cool stuff Jim. When did this passion for this gun style start? Thats quite a collection you have going.

A short version, Ex-wife, hiding $ before divorce. Second marriage has been much better. She does not want to know what I buy, as long as we can afford it. I've always been a History buff. WW1 and 2 were big parts of the 20th century. BTW Bad, That is only a small portion.

[VTRidges]

Originally Posted by jpattersonnh

Before 11:30 and your already loopy!

Made me laugh!

Nice looking rifle there JP!