New Swedish M96

[Calfed]

I actually was aware of the Swedish Mauser's "combat pedigree" in Finland. My mother is Finnish-Swedish (Pomola) and told me that her grandparents took great pride in all the Russian ass the Finns kicked during the Winter war. There are references to the M96's use during that war in "Crown Jewels"

I've heard that some Swiss rifles were used by the Israelis during the late 40's and 50's in their various wars with the Arabs. If true, it might give a "combat pedigree" to the Swiss rifles.

However, as I said, I suspect Griff really objects to Swiss rifles because they are just so damn accurate (as are the Swedish rifles)

[GUTS]

Here is the Swede I bought a while back for $240. All of the numbers match and the stock is very nice. I handload for it.

[fredtheobviouspseudonym]

IIRC the Finns in 1939-40 used the Swedish Mausers as sniper rifles.

Considering Finnish gunsmithing that's kind of like Enzo Ferrari borrowing a car because he wanted to go fast . . .

[jon_norstog]

Guts,

Years ago I ordered a Swede rifle stock from an outlet in Jersey. I called them up and asked if they could find me one in walnut. WHen it arrived, it was a beautiful red walnut with black striping like yours. I used it to build up a "Mexican Swede" on a '98 Mex action but with the Swede stock and hardware. It is the most beautiful milsurp wood I have ever seen. I thought it might be French walnut.

jn

[Calfed]

GUTS, that is a very nice looking Swede...what is your pet handload for it?

I've got couple of M96's and M38's and am just starting to load 6.5 x 55.