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Mauser 66
      #296107 - 02/03/17 07:24 PM

Well, i like weird guns so..

Anyone have a Mauser 66? Ive heard good things about them.

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: Ash]
      #296141 - 03/03/17 10:54 AM

Well heaven sent this today Ash


Calibre/Item: 7x64
Make: Mauser
Model: 66S
Action: Bolt repeater
Scope/Sights: Zeiss Davari 2.5-10X
Condition: Very Good
Price: $1675
Advertised: 3/03/2017
Comment: A very useful calibre. All original finish to wood and metal, over very good condition. Complete with Zeiss scope in QD ...
State: QLD

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: gryphon]
      #296162 - 03/03/17 04:22 PM

It seems they are trying to tempt me..

Hehe, the one i was looking at was the slightly cheaper, albeit scopeless, 7mm rem mag for $1475 from the same place!


7x64 would be more practical overall, but i like the idea of the extra barrels in like, .338 and .458 win mag that the magnum one offers. Haven't shot a 7mm remmy though. Did have a .458 win and have a .308 Norma mag. If it's similar then no issue.

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: Ash]
      #296163 - 03/03/17 04:43 PM

well the Diavari makes up for it

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: gryphon]
      #296166 - 03/03/17 08:21 PM

Have 2 x 66 model mausers bought new which I hope will be of great amusement to my grand sons / daughters. An 8x68s with extra 6.5x68 barrels. 2 Zeis scopes fitted. A 375 h&h stock carved metal gold engraved (lion) rifle cased with 2 x knives carved ivory handles same as rifle. Can't understand how my tastes have changed.

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: gryphon]
      #296167 - 03/03/17 08:57 PM

Quote:

well the Diavari makes up for it



more than just making up, I'd think!
And I'd even think, no need for 7 rem.mag. once you have a 7x64
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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: Ahmed577]
      #296168 - 03/03/17 09:06 PM

Quote:

Have 2 x 66 model mausers bought new which I hope will be of great amusement to my grand sons / daughters. An 8x68s with extra 6.5x68 barrels. 2 Zeis scopes fitted. A 375 h&h stock carved metal gold engraved (lion) rifle cased with 2 x knives carved ivory handles same as rifle. Can't understand how my tastes have changed.




Hi Ahmed,

Not to drive this off topic, but do you have your Anderson Wheeler Mk VII's yet? If so email me the photos if you wish and I will post them.

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: fuhrmann]
      #296171 - 03/03/17 09:26 PM

Quote:

Quote:

well the Diavari makes up for it



more than just making up, I'd think!
And I'd even think, no need for 7 rem.mag. once you have a 7x64
fuhrmann




I was more thinking for along the lines of getting a .458 barrel some day to go on it.. But then again..An excuse for 2 rifles? lol.

Nah i got too much costs on at the moment to get a rifle, unless i have a big sell off..musing though..maybe..? :P

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: Ash]
      #296209 - 04/03/17 08:14 AM

Quote:

Well, i like weird guns so..

Anyone have a Mauser 66? Ive heard good things about them.




The Mauser 66 was at some point ahead of it´s time. I have one in 6,5Schüler and it won´t be my last.


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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: gryphon]
      #296212 - 04/03/17 08:44 AM

Quote:

Well heaven sent this today Ash


Calibre/Item: 7x64
Make: Mauser
Model: 66S
Action: Bolt repeater
Scope/Sights: Zeiss Davari 2.5-10X
Condition: Very Good
Price: $1675
Advertised: 3/03/2017
Comment: A very useful calibre. All original finish to wood and metal, over very good condition. Complete with Zeiss scope in QD ...
State: QLD




Bloody good buy there Ash!
A new Zeiss scope alone is that price!
The 7x64mm is right up there in relation to the 7mm Mag - unless you are Ripp!
Over normal shooting ranges there will not be much difference in drop.
Very tempting mate, good present for future Mrs Ash.


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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: 93x64mm]
      #296213 - 04/03/17 08:56 AM

You guys are bloody bad influences..

The thinking is if I went the 7mm i could get a .458 barrel also - I miss mine :P
But the scope on the above makes that one more worthwhile..

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: Ash]
      #296231 - 04/03/17 01:18 PM

Guys/Ash

They both belong to me, if want more info.

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: Ash]
      #296232 - 04/03/17 01:22 PM

Also, there is 4-10 Pecar that came with the Rifle, will include for an additional $400....the EAWs ( marked Mauser) are over $700 by themselves.

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: paradox_]
      #296237 - 04/03/17 02:01 PM

Nick Harvey used to promote as a paid tout (IMO) the Mauser 66.

I wanted one as a result. Same as Ahmed's, in 6.5x68 and 8x68S. Ended up with my Mauser M03 in 8x68S and 6.5x65 (that difference ie 65mm, still irks me!).

But they are a very heavy rifle, un-necessarily so. I believe most end up weighing at least 4.5 kgs all up or more.

Haven't ever played with one. I wonder how irritating the two stage bolt movement would be.

However those straight engraved walls on the bolt carriage, still do have a certain appeal. Certainly a distinctive look.

I've forgotten, do they have an internal magazine? What capacity? I seem to remember they did not have room for many rounds?

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: NitroX]
      #296245 - 04/03/17 02:25 PM

They certainly are an acquired taste.
I will wager anyone that has a chance to actually get to know one will quickly be converted, I know I was.
They are wonderfully engineered, and both mine are as slick as butter. Form and function is wonderful. The magnum actions ( group4) area little heavier, the 7x64 is a joy to carry and handle. Like most good things they got too expensive to make...around 60,000 I think ??
Oh...not to mention they are as cheap as chips, but im told demand is starting to increase in Europe....and in turn so will the price
Top feed magazine, capacity 3

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: paradox_]
      #296246 - 04/03/17 02:27 PM

Quote:

Guys/Ash

They both belong to me, if want more info.

Best
Eric




Ha ha.

I retract my comments. The Mauser 66's are fantastic!

My post was before seeing your replies.

Maybe you can answer some questions at some time.

Can you get barrels for the Mauser 66 still? Or off the second hand market? I would assume in Germany, there is a fair number of barrels on the market at times. Are there any custom barrel makers? I seem to remember a post regarding custom barrel makers for the 66.

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Oh...not to mention they are as cheap as chips, but im told demand is starting to increase in Europe....and in turn so will the price




Yes they are well priced. Compared to modern Mauser M03's, Sauers, Blasers, etc. I did privately note that when Ash posted the links. Maybe a Mauser 66 in 6.5x68 will still happen one day. Would make it the FIFTH 6.5 mm in the safe ...

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: Ash]
      #296247 - 04/03/17 02:32 PM

Quote:

It seems they are trying to tempt me..

Hehe, the one i was looking at was the slightly cheaper, albeit scopeless, 7mm rem mag for $1475 from the same place!


7x64 would be more practical overall, but i like the idea of the extra barrels in like, .338 and .458 win mag that the magnum one offers. Haven't shot a 7mm remmy though. Did have a .458 win and have a .308 Norma mag. If it's similar then no issue.




Back in 1993 I was going to get Brian Harre to make me a takedown Winchester 70 in exactly that, a 7mm Rem Mag, a .338 Win Mag, and a .458 Win Mag (or Lott). Actually I think the larger one was going to be a .416 Chatfield-Taylor.

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: NitroX]
      #296250 - 04/03/17 03:04 PM

Haha

Barrels come up second hand from time to time, I amagine cost would be prohibitive to fit from new.
The interchangeable barrel option ( within calibre's groups) is another fabtastic feature your getting for nothing.
I now have an offer on them both ( no money yet), so Im not offering a sales pitch, but John Im confident if you get one your M03 will spend a lot of time in the safe!!!.....get one and have a play with it.
Off to work now

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: NitroX]
      #296261 - 04/03/17 08:33 PM

Am expecting revolvers this year. London trade allow minimum 5 years.

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: paradox_]
      #296306 - 05/03/17 10:01 AM

Sounds like you're the perfect guy to ask questions then, Paradox!

What's the weight like on both?
Recoil on both?
Any dislikes about them?
What do you like about them?

How's the Pecar compare to the Zeiss?

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: Ash]
      #296318 - 05/03/17 02:56 PM

Had a 30-06 which i foolishly sold to some thieving judge who knocked me down on the price of it ,Another ''Wish i had kept it '' ! ,liked it ,fitted good ,smooth action ,but different action to anything ,always been tempted to get another ..............

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: 500Boswell]
      #296319 - 05/03/17 03:00 PM

Total Solutions Engineering had the ''setup'' to make extra barrels for the 66, as i wanted to have one 66 with 7mm ,338 and 458 Lott barrels ,so i could just have the ONE rifle for everything instead of 28

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: 500Boswell]
      #296325 - 05/03/17 05:23 PM

Remember what the price was?

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: 500Boswell]
      #296326 - 05/03/17 05:36 PM

I have been owning two M66 since the mid/late 70's, they were the first 'real' rifles that I acquired. They are one in 7x64 (proofed in 1972 and scoped with a Zeiss 1,5-6x42) and one in 8x68S (proofed in 1976 and scoped with a Schmidt & Bender 2,5-10x56). They are extremely well manufactured rifles, extremely accurate and a pleasure to use.
Production ranged from 1965 to 1995 and 58,765 units were manufactured.
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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: 500Boswell]
      #296327 - 05/03/17 05:37 PM

Quote:

Total Solutions Engineering had the ''setup'' to make extra barrels for the 66, as i wanted to have one 66 with 7mm ,338 and 458 Lott barrels ,so i could just have the ONE rifle for everything instead of 28




Yeah right. Keep telling yourself that if you get the three barrels, you will sell all or even any of the other 28 off.

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: NitroX]
      #296331 - 05/03/17 07:28 PM

Here is the link to the Mauser 66 operating manual https://www.mauser.com/fileadmin/user_upload/pdf/manuals/Modell_66.pdf ,note that barrels are only interchangeable within specific groups of calibers.
New barrels can be sourced from the following companies in Germany http://www.henneberger.de/mauser-66.html ,
http://www.otto-repa.de/leistungen/wechsllaeufe.html , http://www.keidler-waffen.de/mauser-66/ as well as probably from many other providers.
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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: Louis]
      #296336 - 05/03/17 07:56 PM

owners obviously love their old Mauser 66's.

Interesting.



I thought the 9.3x64 also fitted the same bolt head as the 8x68S?

The 10.75x68 also has a different bolt head but per the table does fit the same as 8x68S. I thought that one didn't?

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: NitroX]
      #296337 - 05/03/17 07:58 PM

Quote:

For the rifles of the Mauser 66 series, we can offer you new runs in almost any caliber , shape and length you desire .

Due to the enormous demand, we have been offering a separate shotgun for the Mauser 66 models with side locks for about 10 years.
We are pleased to offer you a shotgun for the models without side locks




Shotgun barrels for the Mauser 66?

https://translate.google.com/translate?s...&edit-text=


Shows the barrel system:
https://translate.googleusercontent.com/...rWCd843cSeLzeCg

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: NitroX]
      #296339 - 05/03/17 09:19 PM

Quote:

The 10.75x68 also has a different bolt head but per the table does fit the same as 8x68S. I thought that one didn't?




I also thought it was a common misconception that the 2 are the same case to start. But i'd say youre right, it shouldnt?

That page also lists 416 Rigby, which is way bigger than the rest listed.

Wonder what the shotgun is..?

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: NitroX]
      #296340 - 05/03/17 09:30 PM

Yeah didnt work heheheheh

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: NitroX]
      #296347 - 05/03/17 11:15 PM

Quote:

Quote:

For the rifles of the Mauser 66 series, we can offer you new runs in almost any caliber , shape and length you desire .

Due to the enormous demand, we have been offering a separate shotgun for the Mauser 66 models with side locks for about 10 years.
We are pleased to offer you a shotgun for the models without side locks




Shotgun barrels for the Mauser 66?




The German text refers to a "Flintenabzug", or "shotgun style trigger". which is merely the German expression for a single stage trigger. Also the "side locks" is a mistranslation of the German term for bolt stop on the side of the receiver, as shown in the photo. Early Mauser 66's had the bolt stop on the other side and could not be operated manually, if I remember correctly.

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: xausa]
      #296348 - 05/03/17 11:50 PM

Thanks, Xausa. That makes more sense.

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: Ash]
      #296391 - 06/03/17 05:09 PM

Ash you would have to contact TSE to find out the price ,i never did get a quote but they can do it .

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: 500Boswell]
      #296477 - 08/03/17 12:27 AM

Here you go!




Mauser 66S Magnum Afrika-Express, 7x66 S. E. v. Hofe

inzigartige, neuwertige Mauser 66 S im Kaliber 7x66 Super Express vom Hofe.

Die Waffe verfügt über ein 95mm langes Mauser Magnum System mit 13mm Stossbodendurchmesser, original Mauser Afrika-Express Schaft mit großer Laufkontour und fein einstellbarem Flintenabzug.
Der Stoßboden ist auch geeignet für Wechselläufe im Kaliber 8x68S und 6,5x68 welche auf Wunsch als neue Läufe erhältlich sind.

EUR 8.400,00

https://www.koelner-jagdhuette.de/de/waffen/gebrauchtwaffen/mauser_66s_magnum_7x66_v._hofe






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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: NitroX]
      #296484 - 08/03/17 03:02 AM

I wonder why they chose the 7X66 SE vom Hofe, when its performance is virtually the same as that of the 7mm Remington Magnum and ammunition and components for it are much cheaper and more readily available.

I have a Bockbuechsflints in 16-70/7X75R SE vom Hofe, with again virtually the same performance as the other two, but the reason for choosing it is obviously the rimmed case, more suitable for such a combination gun.

I also have a Mauser 66 in 7mm Remington Magnum which I have not yet wrung out.


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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: xausa]
      #296538 - 08/03/17 01:56 PM

Why not? I would love to have a 7mm SE vom Hofe. Something different and exotic sounding.

One of the M66 modern barrel markers list both the 7 mm Rem Mag and the 7 mm SE vom Hofe, so pick the one you want. However if you have a Mauser 66 for the bolt class that takes the 8x68S and 6.5x68, ONLY the SE vom Hofe barrel choice will work.

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: NitroX]
      #296672 - 09/03/17 10:15 PM

I got one in 8x68S.
Superb rifle in outstanding caliber.
The only limit is the weight... not suitable for stalking, the best gun i have if hunting from a turret.
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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: xausa]
      #296687 - 10/03/17 05:23 AM

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I wonder why they chose the 7X66 SE vom Hofe, when its performance is virtually the same as that of the 7mm Remington Magnum and ammunition and components for it are much cheaper and more readily available.

I have a Bockbuechsflints in 16-70/7X75R SE vom Hofe, with again virtually the same performance as the other two, but the reason for choosing it is obviously the rimmed case, more suitable for such a combination gun.

I also have a Mauser 66 in 7mm Remington Magnum which I have not yet wrung out.




The 7x66 VH is really like the new .28Nosler. I think Nosler has copied VH design(and case).


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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: rigbymauser]
      #303602 - 04/08/17 05:01 AM

I just got a Mauser 66 Stutzen in 30-06 for my birthday: Its in like-new condition, an early one made July, 1968.
38 in. long, 21" barrel, weighs 6.75 lb. I'd like to find more information on the Mauser 66...including specific info. on barrel swaps between early and later production, scope mounting systems, etc. I've read what there is in Speed's Oberndorf Sporters book and in Olson's Mauser book....and I found a German website for "Mauser 66 Fans" which can be translated, but I have had no luck in joining the group: (https://forum.wildundhund.de/showthread.php?21772-Mauser-66-(S)-Fan-Club)


What I would like to find or have made is a 9.3x62 barrel for this rifle. But I understand there is a difference between early stocks (pre-1970?) and later stocks (and therefore barrel fitting).Does anyone know this information? Does anyone know a barrel source?









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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: rpeck]
      #303736 - 06/08/17 10:09 AM

The early ones have a square flange under the barrel, but this was later found unnecessary. I'm told it can be removed by sweating it off but I do not know this for sure. Also, it might be possible to modify the bedding of the later rifles to fit the early barrels. However the bedding is steel and looks like an engine big-end bearing, so I wouldn't assume the stock could easily be modified either, to make a recess for this flange just in front of this bedding shell.

Beware too, that some have a barrel ring for the front swivel. Others have a swivel in the fore-end. So if you get the wrong barrel, you might have 2 different systems on one rifle or not be able to carry it afield without doing some modification.

7x66 SEvH is a great calibre, but getting the cases can be problematic. Mine puts it's shots in a cloverleaf at 100 yards. I don't ask for more than that. If anyone is considering modifying .404 cases to make 7x66 SEvH, I suggest you price the conversion dies first. They might cost as much as the rifle, (albeit, not as much as the Koelner Jagdhuette rifle shown). And you'll still have to use a mini-lathe to reform the extractor groove.

The 8x68S Mauser 66 was actually very popular for overseas hunts. A flat shooting powerful cartridge combined with a telescoping action and a barrel-band front swivel meant a compact rifle to carry, much shorter and about a pound lighter than say a .375 H&H. In theory the 8x68S barrel can be fitted to a standard stock, but the bullets need to be seated deeper to work them through a standard action. This is according to Australian arms authority Nick Harvey who reviewed one. I have not tried it with mine. The 8x68S was reworked with shorter bullets by RWS to work through a standard (i.e. .30-06 sized), action and the RWS KS bullet was pretty revolutionary at the time, which added to this combinations popularity in the Mauser 66. The Mauser 66 was the first of the new-generation "switch-barrel" guns, now seen in a variety of other makes such as Blaser R93.


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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: Kiwi_bloke]
      #303743 - 06/08/17 12:02 PM

laminated stock ! yuk

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: 500Boswell]
      #303761 - 06/08/17 08:20 PM

There are a few barrel makers in Germany who could do you a barrel or two.

One is located in Oberndorf called Otto Repa.
http://www.otto-repa.de/leistungen/service-fuer-mauser-waffen.html

BTW.Congratulation with that M66. Lovely rifle. I too would like to have a Stutzen(full stocked) m66 one day.


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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: rigbymauser]
      #303783 - 07/08/17 03:38 AM

Rpeck, please PM me an email address where I can send you M66 related .Pdf documents as I don't know how to post them on the Forum. With regards to adding a 9,3x62 barrel to your 270 existing one, this should be possible as both calibers belong to the same group of exchangeable barrels for Mauser 66. With regards to ordering a new barrel, please see websites in Germany in my post on top of this thread. On the subject of scope mounts, my two M66 (7x64 & 8x68S) are fitted with claw mounts - which is quite the norm in Europe for quality rifles, but I saw on your photos that your M66 is already drilled so you may decide on other types of scope mounts. Louis

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: Louis]
      #303796 - 07/08/17 09:26 AM

Mauser 66 seems to be a slightly difficult rifle to scope. Most mounting solutions (like EAW)are expensive, heavy, complex and mount the scope much too high for me. I like low power hunting scopes mounted as low as possible.

So I just used what I had on hand: My (provisional?) solution was to use Talley rings that just coincidentally fit the Mauser's barrel dovetail base, and I used an original factory tapped hole on the base to mount a screw as a recoil stop. There are no permanent changes to the rifle at all, and the very light (7.5 oz.) and the bright intermediate eye relief 2.5X28 Leupold "Scout" scope is mounted very low...lower than any scope mounted on a normal bolt action rifle, because on the M-66 this scope is now mounted slightly below the "receiver ring" (actually part of the barrel). Perfect for quickly getting on target. Its actually pretty solid, and so far so good...no slipping on the dovetail. It might not work for a magnum, but it seems to hold up on the 30-06. The scope and mounts only add 9 ounces, so the carbine remains light and compact and carries well in one hand.




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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: NitroX]
      #306056 - 06/10/17 09:52 PM



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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: MalteseFalcon]
      #308970 - 14/12/17 05:02 AM

30-06








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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: rpeck]
      #308973 - 14/12/17 07:29 AM


Schönen stutzen!!. Love to have one in .308win.


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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: rigbymauser]
      #308992 - 15/12/17 07:09 AM

I've always thought the 7m Von Hoff was a renamed .280 Ross, nothing more nor less.

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: DarylS]
      #309005 - 15/12/17 11:37 AM

There is a difference between the 280 Ross and the 7m Von Hoff.
280 Ross

7mm Von Hofe SE


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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: NitroX]
      #309424 - 24/12/17 11:52 AM

I have one with double set trigger with 338 and 458 Win Mag barrels with Pecar Berlin scopes in EAW Mounts. Another great Heym made rifle and first change barrel system.

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: jgrabow]
      #309463 - 25/12/17 05:17 AM

Quote:

There is a difference between the 280 Ross and the 7m Von Hoff.
280 Ross

7mm Von Hofe SE





And so there is, a big difference - thank you for the clarification.

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: Kiwi_bloke]
      #314814 - 01/04/18 08:29 AM

The recoil lug under the barrels on the early barrels is removed by unscrewing the reinforce from the barrel and replacing it with a spacer or machine the lug off.

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Re: Mauser 66 [Re: rpeck]
      #314815 - 01/04/18 08:49 AM

The 66 has always been a problem for scope fitting in Australia. Hilver, lynx, Tasco, and Eaw mounts were options but I have always had problems bringing the scope back far enough for optimum eye relief. My answer is to buy Pecar scopes with the reticle in the Ist focal plane or fit scopes with straight tubes eg Kahles 1.1/2 to 4 or Leupold 1.1/2 to 5. Scout scopes or red dot scopes are another option.

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