I think my 8 X 57 post office Mauser with a 25 inch tapered barrel to be comparable to a 30 06 in every way!

Just a wee bit heavier than a Husky rifle in 30 06,

I think weight is important to a fat old man puffing around trying to climb mountains.

Last edited by Angus1895; 05/13/19.

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