| eagle27 |
| (.400 member) |
| 16/04/14 05:26 PM |
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Re: Mauser 8x51 - Projectiles ??
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Hello Guys
I have just acquired a Model B Kurz in 8x51, I will be posting photos and details of the rifle soon.
The rifle came with some original RWS ammunition, some fired brass (both original RWS Berdan primmed and cases made from Norma Brass) and dies. I will be able to make more cases
The 8x51 uses a projectile of .316 (8.0264 mm), and the ammo I have so measures. I have made some searches of the internet and there are some potential US custom bullet makers, and possibly Taipan of Australia that may be able to supply .316 projectiles.
However I am wondering if any forum members have knowledge of a European manufacturer who may offer 8.0264 projectiles ??
Thanks
Foster
Tentman
A great piece to acquire but am confused with your definition of a Model B Kurz.
According to my Mauser Rifles book, the 8x51 cartridge was chambered in the Model K (Kurz) Mauser along with other short cartridges such as the 250-3000 and 6.5x54. The Model B took the 7x57, 6.5x55 and on up to the 30.06 length cartridges.
The Model K is a rarer model Oberndorf Mauser with such a model in 250-3000 the rarest of all (one of which my brother had).