Originally Posted by SuperCub
Originally Posted by Craigster
Look for a nice J C Higgins Model 50.

A fine rifle as is or a fine action for the basis for a custom rifle down the road if that bug bites.

They do make good donors. But, don't shoot the donor... May shoot too good to part out... blush

Here's a link to my HVA project. Sort of a special type Mauser but a good one.
https://www.24hourcampfire.com/ubbthreads/ubbthreads.php/topics/8948791/1

This 338-06 started life as a J.C. Higgins FN Mauser.

DF

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