I mention in another thread I collect old press photos. This one came in the mail today. A group of ladies in Escholzmatt, Switzerland getting some target practice in 1934.
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I primarily stick to US guns of all wars. It seems like WW2 is usually easiest to pick up a decent weapon in shootable condition. There is so much cool stuff from other countries though so I'm always happy to pick them up, but they are the first to go or be traded off.
I used to get the...
Not that cool! The sight picture through the scope looks like something that comes with a $40 air rifle from Wal-Mart, and the crosshairs are so fragile I don't shoot it from fear of breaking the scope. But still kinda cool. :barbershop_quartet_
Awesome! You don't see too many people actually complete M1 builds. It is such a chore to track down all the parts. I love the CMP forums but most of the guys there are definitely old school and you will be waiting for a while.
It is my understanding that an original or reproduction stock on a C&R Mauser are both legal. I'm also not your lawyer so use your own personal judgement. Sample from an ATF reference letter:
ATF has previously determined that Mauser Model 1896 pistols with reproduction stocks, which duplicate...
Awesome. I have one in way worse shape than yours. I replaced the bolt stop and springs and it is safe to shoot but it is tough to find 7.63 shotgun shells to get the most out of the smooth bore. I'll check our Redman's.