9.3x62 And A Gun-nut's Collection

Not much of a tale to tell. I love the 9.3x62 caliber and I enjoy older Mauser-esque rifles (I say Mauser-esque to avoid a debate on Mauser heritage of certain actions.)

Anyways, this is my hard-earned collection of 9.3x62s from top to bottom:

1. Brno ZG-47
2. Brno ZKK-600
3. Husqvarna 246
4. Husqvarna 146 (opened up chamber)
5. Husqvarna 1640
6. Husqvarna 640

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The Husqvarna 246 has an internal spring loaded sling mechanism which rolls out and connects to the metal loop unter the barrel. This is similar to some French shotguns of any of you are aware. The 640 has a Continental-style, removeable, side scope mount and double set triggers. If you have any thoughts or questions, feel free to comment.
That is about the nicest collection I've ever seen.
 
I think I'm considering cutting the 640 loose. The gunsmith that did the scope base, didn't do it the way I wanted. If anyone has any interest in it, send me a PM and we can discuss it further.
 
Great rifles! I always wanted a 9.3. In a conversation with my gunsmith Michael Ullman about my desire for a 9.3, he said he would make some inquiries.

Michael is in the final stages of my 9.3X62, the action is a double square bridge Mauser I acquired from another member of the guild. Amazingly it was still in the white.
The stock is French walnut from a blank from the same member who had it in his collection for 50 years.
My purchase was predicated that no scope would go on the rifle. All sights, barrel band etc fabricated by Michael.
I usually carry a double 500NE during a walk about. I may be changing my tune.
Hope to have the rifle in my hands soon.
Ciao

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Festuscat,

That is and will be a beautiful rifle. The cocking piece looks really long to me. It almost looks like the cocking piece from a 93 Mauser. Either way what a gun that will be when it's finished.
 
Hi Festucat,

Great rifle, indeed!!!
This action is from the last ´30s. Do you know what was the original cartridge of that action?
Beatiful barrel works!

Good luck!

CF
 

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idjeffp wrote on Jon R15's profile.
Hi Jon,
I saw your post for the .500 NE cases. Are these all brass or are they nickel plated? Hard for me to tell... sorry.
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1200 for the 375 barrel and accessories?
 
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