Page 1 of 5 1 2 3 ... LastLast
Results 1 to 10 of 46
  1. #1
    User
    Join Date
    Jun 2014
    Age
    41
    Posts
    2

    Default To Mauser or not to Mauser

    Morning Gentlemen,

    I was hoping to ask some opinions about acquiring the new Mauser M12? I have a .303 that I inherited from my dad, and I'm currently looking for an addition to the arsenal. Also, I have to say that I am a bit of a sucker for heritage and tradition. So I'm looking for something that will be timeless and special. Something I can leave to my son one day and it will still be amazing. So I have been doing a lot of research and found the new Mauser M12 to be my favourite thus far. I don't want to spend more than R30k, so that will be the top limit.

    Now, all sentiment aside, I would also like a good performing rifle. How does the Mauser perform? I was thinking of getting it in a .308?

    Your thoughts, please?

    Thank you

  2. #2
    Banned
    Join Date
    Aug 2012
    Location
    Stella
    Age
    46
    Posts
    10,870

    Default Re: To Mauser or not to Mauser

    Eybsie, please post an intro - it is a Gunsite custom and "have-to".

    Cannot comment on Mauser yet. You already have a 303 (bosveldkettie), why not try and get something with a little longer reach? Since you have a sentimental side, do the German thing and get yourself a 8x68 - the German answer to the US .300's.

    Very important: what is your purpose with the rifle?

  3. #3
    User
    Join Date
    Aug 2012
    Location
    00-50-56-C0-00-01
    Age
    40
    Posts
    3,798

    Default Re: To Mauser or not to Mauser

    Quote Originally Posted by Ds J View Post
    Eybsie, please post an intro - it is a Gunsite custom and "have-to".

    Cannot comment on Mauser yet. You already have a 303 (bosveldkettie), why not try and get something with a little longer reach? Since you have a sentimental side, do the German thing and get yourself a 8x68 - the German answer to the US .300's.

    Very important: what is your purpose with the rifle?
    I knew there was a reason I liked you.

    @eybsie. +1 to what Ds J said.

  4. #4
    User
    Join Date
    Jun 2014
    Age
    41
    Posts
    2

    Smile Re: To Mauser or not to Mauser

    Hi There,

    Went and did the intro as suggested, thanks;-)

    As far as calibre is concerned, I was looking at other calibres but was surprised when I saw what ammunition cost, especially on the .300 Wm. It was my first choice, but there was almost R200 difference per box. So, I want something that my bank manager will find "sustainable" if I go shoot a few rounds every second week or so. At the prices I found the .300 and other calibres going for, the.308 seemed the most cost effective.

    The use of the rifle, I do most of my hunting in the Karoo and Free State. I'm also very keen on doing a trip or two in the near future to Kalahari and Namibia. So want something that can shoot anything from Springbok to Gemsbok. And, as I mentioned target practice and recreational shooting every other week or so

  5. #5
    Banned
    Join Date
    Aug 2012
    Location
    Stella
    Age
    46
    Posts
    10,870

    Default Re: To Mauser or not to Mauser

    If you are going to shoot that often you should seriously consider reloading. It cuts your costs and you have the advantage of "custom made" cartridges which are tuned to your own rifle's needs.

    And yes, the .308 will do anything you mentioned at a good price. If you reload for it, you should be able to get away for less that R15/shot.

    I still think you should get a 8x68 - just because I want one.

  6. #6
    User
    Join Date
    Nov 2013
    Location
    Howick
    Posts
    256

    Default Re: To Mauser or not to Mauser

    Quote Originally Posted by Ds J View Post

    I still think you should get a 8x68 - just because I want one.
    Real Gun Site advise, straight from the heart.

  7. #7
    Banned
    Join Date
    Dec 2009
    Location
    Vereeniging
    Age
    70
    Posts
    5,782

    Default Re: To Mauser or not to Mauser

    8x68 yes but a bit heavy for the normal every day shooting. Keeping to European calibers - the 7x64 is a better choice and can be flat shooting for the open spaces and usable in the bush.

  8. #8
    User
    Join Date
    Apr 2013
    Location
    Centurion
    Age
    33
    Posts
    117

    Default Re: To Mauser or not to Mauser

    If you want to shoot that often, reloading is the answer. I had the same headache with getting a safe-mate for my 303. I also wanted unique yet heritage orientated. So you know what I got... A Ruger African in 375 Ruger! Loving it, but have not killed with it. And have not even got a scope yet.

    Do you reeeeally think you are going to the range every 2 weeks?

    Another tip: The mauser m12 is brilliant! Crisp trigger, smooth action. Solid quality. However, at R27k a rifle, if i was considering pricing(Ruger Africans are around R18k) I'd go for a slightly lower costed rifle, and use the balance R10k to buy reload gear and as many factory rounds as possible to just to get started. Thats just my opinion now. The Mauser is a good solid rifle.

  9. #9
    User
    Join Date
    May 2009
    Location
    Germany
    Age
    39
    Posts
    3,084

    Default Re: To Mauser or not to Mauser

    I've been reading up on the M12 the last year or so. From all accounts it seems like a great rifle. I have however decided to save up for the M03.

    The one thing I do not like about the M12, is that the barrel is "sweated" into the receiver instead of using traditional threading. This means that it us imposible to change barrels. This is not a big deal for some people, but I for one would like the option to chuck the barrel and use the action again if the need arises. Maybe it can be done with a sweated rifle barrel/action, I just figured it sounds like to much pt to be even worth the hassle.

  10. #10
    User
    Join Date
    Jan 2013
    Age
    52
    Posts
    172

    Default Re: To Mauser or not to Mauser

    Quote Originally Posted by Socrates View Post
    I've been reading up on the M12 the last year or so. From all accounts it seems like a great rifle. I have however decided to save up for the M03.

    The one thing I do not like about the M12, is that the barrel is "sweated" into the receiver instead of using traditional threading. This means that it us imposible to change barrels. This is not a big deal for some people, but I for one would like the option to chuck the barrel and use the action again if the need arises. Maybe it can be done with a sweated rifle barrel/action, I just figured it sounds like to much pt to be even worth the hassle.
    Any idea why this has been done? What was the advantage the designing engineers saw for doing this?!

Page 1 of 5 1 2 3 ... LastLast

Similar Threads

  1. Mauser fans, Mauser butt plates.
    By Glen Cronje in forum Collectable & Classic Firearms
    Replies: 2
    Last Post: 11-10-2014, 11:02
  2. Mauser C96 ammo? "7.63×25mm Mauser"
    By Lian in forum General Firearm Discussion
    Replies: 4
    Last Post: 30-07-2013, 19:59
  3. Mauser .22 mini mauser action
    By gareth.PE in forum Hunting Rifles
    Replies: 2
    Last Post: 01-05-2013, 09:01
  4. mauser m96
    By MAHMOODB in forum Maintenance & Cleaning
    Replies: 3
    Last Post: 12-06-2012, 09:15
  5. How do you know if a mauser is an obendorf mauser, K98 or a israeli mauser?
    By white_smoke in forum General Firearm Discussion
    Replies: 6
    Last Post: 29-05-2012, 16:49

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •