Hi,

My wife's father gave me a sporterized (project) BCD marked M98 rifle that belonged to his father. My FIL's father passed away last summer and I'd like to complete the project but I know nothing about Mausers. Is there a good resource to look at for help in customizing a M98?

I have a general idea of what I'd like done but I'd like to do some research before approaching a smith.

My main questions are:

It's been drilled and tapped but I guess the stripper clip guide was in the way of the mount they used so they ground the mount to fit. Is the better solution to mill off the guide (hump)?

There is some pitting along the wood line, I have pictures I can post but can the pitting be polished out? Will it affect the action strength?

I'd like to rebarrel to 9.3x62, is there any issues with going to that chambering? Will the stock recoil lug be fine?

I have several more questions but that's a start.

Thanks in advance for any answers to my questions or pointing me in the right direction.

Last edited by TexasTBag; 08/07/17.
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