| justcurious |
| (.333 member) |
| 12/07/11 07:09 AM |
Re: Out of Proof Rifles
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Hello Folks
... that there are "quite a few Mauser sporters being offered at very modest prices in Germany because they have the front reciever ring dovetailed for a scope base, and that these rifles will no long be accepted for proof testing".
Does anyone know a gunsmith or dealer in Germany who might undertake such work.
Thanks - Foster
#1 that rumor is bull...t . But I must admit that even here in Germany there are some folks who believe in that.
Truth is : if the receiver ring is slotted so deep that you can see the barrel thread (yes some backyard smith´s did so) it really will be rejected.
If it is slightly slotted proof houses will accept it.
Furthermore collectors like more the untouched actions.So the "slotted" are cheaper.
#2. There are a lot of smith´s who strip the rifles. But I think no one is willing to burden the paperwork for export.
The fees for paperwork and shipping amount will exceed the value of the parts.