Thanks! I'm interested in the history of this series of rifles, and like to learn anything I can.
The gunsmith told me these actions are strong enough to handle any magnum that will fit the magazine.
I think Parker Hale for a time used these actions, or a variation thereof, too.
I left the original dog leg bolt handle on mine when it was made over. Thought it was functional, and preserved the character of the rifle somewhat.
I've seen one BSA version of this in .270 as well.
One other interesting tidbit also related to me by the gunsmith...
He pointed to a marking low on the action that indicated the action itself was actually manufactured in Germany...??? I assume this, if true, would mean it was made prior to the outbreak of hostilities in WW1. I don't know how to confirm this one way or the other...but certainly adds some mystique.
Last edited by sir_springer; 05/31/08.
