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Old 02-04-2004 | 01:34 PM
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Charley
 
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Default RE: Mauser Modelo Argentino

Yes, any mount designed for a 98 Mauser will work on a 1909. The fact that it is .30/06 is a different matter. These were originally in 7.65x53 Mauser. To make them sell better, the importer rechambered them to .30/06, a cartridge that has the same base dimensions, it is just a longer case. HOWEVER, the bore diameter is still .312 or thereabouts, and a .308 diameter bullet isn't likely to shoot that well. It is a SAFE conversion, but not a real desirable one. Most of the converted rifles I have shot average two to three inch groups at 50 yards, not great accuracy by any standards.
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