Mauser Modelo Argentino 1909

[nmsheephunter]

I was given a Mauser Modelo Argentino 1909 in a 6mm-284. I don't know how many rounds it has and I am thinking of chambering it in a a 6.5x55 for a light hunting rifle.

I don't know anything about Mauser actions. Will it handle modern loads in the 6.5x55? What exactly is a Mauser Argentino?

 

[230grRN]

Re: Mauser Modelo Argentino 1909

First, I don't know jack didly about mausers other than your mauser was made in Argentina. The 6mm-284 is a fairly modern round so I would think if it can handle that it could certainly handle the 6.5x55 which as you may know is an old Swedish mauser chambering.

 

[KelsonAK]

Re: Mauser Modelo Argentino 1909

That rifle may not have been made in Argentina. DWM made them originally - look at the markings on it. They are considered one of the best mausers for 'sporterizing'- primarily because of the bottom metal. That and the fantastic level of metal work in general. Should work great for a 6.5x55. I have two actions on the shelf for a 'rainy day' project and was going to put one in a 6.5x55 myself. The other one gets to be either an '06 or a 7x57

A good smith will give you guidance on if it needs to be re hardened or not - probably not but ya never know.

 

[230grRN]

Re: Mauser Modelo Argentino 1909

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: KelsonAK</div><div class="ubbcode-body">That rifle may not have been made in Argentina. DWM made them originally </div></div>

As I said "I know nothing, nothing!" lol

 

[ranger1183]

Re: Mauser Modelo Argentino 1909

The modelo 1909 Argentine Mauser I owned was made in Germany and was of very high quality.

If your rifle has this manufactures stamp on the side (Waffenfabrik Mauser-Oberndorf a/n) you should have a very good action.

Mine was chambered in .30-06 and was rock solid. You should have no problems with 6.5 x 55, or any non-magnum cartridge for that matter.

 

[mrfudd]

Re: Mauser Modelo Argentino 1909

The 1909 is great for a custom rifle. That being said, there are reports that some of the actions are soft and may exhibit lug setback. Some gunsmiths routinely have them re-heat treated before rebarreling. Best to have it checked out before proceeding.

 

[nmsheephunter]

Re: Mauser Modelo Argentino 1909

Thanks for the replies everyone. I have shot the 6-284 a few times and get pressure at the lightest powder charge. I think it is time to go with the 6.5x55.