Older custom bench gun

[Ridgerunner60]

First time posting on site. Really enjoy information from posts. I have an opportunity to buy a custom long range rifle in a 7mm mag. It was made by a deceased gunsmith in PA. It’s 30 years old or so. Never fired. It has a Mauser action, 26 in stainless heavy barrel and custom thumbhole stock. Has technology changed that much over the years? Would it be worth buying? If so what would be a good price? Thanks in advance for info!

 

[steve123]

7 mag is a great long range cartridge still.

Hopefully is has a twist rate to handle the 162 or 168 grain bullets, likely it does, but you might check into it.

If I was seeking a rifle that I was going to be shooting a lot it'd be a modern action with less recoil, and I've had three 7mm's.

Hunting, yeah why not take the Mauser.

 

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firearms technology hasnt changed significantly over that last 100yrs.........30 yrs is nothing

 

[Ridgerunner60]

Thanks guys! Never bought a custom made gun before. Will definitely look at twist rate. Anything else? The cost is around $600. Any thoughts on price?

 

[PBWalsh]

$600 for a Mauser action with anything custom on it? Heck yeah.

 

[Ridgerunner60]

The rifle has a 26 in stainless heavy barrel and thumbhole stock. Was made by now deceased gunsmith. Thanks

 

[snarkscarbine]

Sounds like a deal, even if it needs a new barrel.

PA + Mauser action + 30+ yrs old = me really curious as to who that gunsmith was....

 

[Ridgerunner60]

I was told the gunsmith was a man by the name of Hugh Green. Have you heard of him? Thanks!

 

[Ridgerunner60]

Sorry, also from around Hughsville.

 

[Ridgerunner60]

Here are a couple pictures

 

[Fig]

It’s always gonna be hit or miss on percision, but for me there’s nothing to think about @ $600.

 

[Ridgerunner60]

Thanks for your help guys! Pick the gun up today. Great looking rifle and I’m sure it will shoot great. Your opinions helped greatly!

 

[Ridgerunner60]

Probably my last post about this gun. You guys were absolutely right the gun shoots great! Had .75 moa for my first group with the 7mm mag. Just not used to the light trigger pull! Your advice got me to buy the rifle. I’ll definitely be back to pick you guys minds! Thanks again.