Jens,

I know of one Mauser sporting rifle that was imported recently - thumb cut and all. From what I understand, the decision to let the rifle in or deny entry into the USA is entirely arbitrary and there are no specific guidelines governing this. Some companies will agree to handle the import formalities, while others won't. It is crazy, but, unfortunately, that is how it is. Can't see why any bolt action Mauser rifle should pose any threat to anyone - but how do you explain that to our Gestapo?