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9x57 mauser
w.lacoe
Member Posts: 25 ✭✭
where can i get bullets for this thing? .365 Would like 200gr or less if available!
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If you are measuring .365 on your bullets you have a 9.3x57 not a 9x57. I would suggest getting to a gunsmith to ensure what you have before chambering and firing it. No big deal if the 9x57 goes through a 9.3. But, if you can chamber and fire a 9.3 through your 9 then there is a serious problem.
Edit:
To answer your original question, I'd be very willing to bet the rifle came from Sweden and was made by Husqvarna. The same people who make outstanding chainsaws, motorcycles and sewing machines. A division of theirs, Abu Garcia, makes fishing equipment. Well known for it's outstanding quality.
The rifles came on the market a few years ago when the anti-gunners of Sweden got into power and decided to tax the crap out of guns in that country. Many Swedes gave up their guns rather than pay the tax. They then hit the international market. Sarco has been selling these in the $200-$500 dollar range depending on condition. My personal opinion is that these are pretty high quality rifles. I know my Husqvarna 9.3x62 is an outstanding rifle. I hope you hang on to this rifle as is and find or reload for it. It will give you a lot of good service.
mind yer topknots! windy
Parent case 7.92x57mm Mauser
Case type Rimless, bottleneck
Bullet diameter 9.1 mm (0.36 in)
Neck diameter 9.8 mm (0.39 in)
Shoulder diameter 10.9 mm (0.43 in)
Base diameter 11.9 mm (0.47 in)
Rim diameter 11.9 mm (0.47 in)
Rim thickness 1.3 mm (0.051 in)
Case length 56.8 mm (2.24 in)
Overall length 81.0 mm (3.19 in)
Rifling twist 350-400 mm (1 in 14-16 inches)
Primer type Large rifle
Do a chamber cast and compare.
Good luck