Sometime ago, I purchased a 35 Whelen Imp on a 96 action made in 1917 with 20 inch barrel. I had the head space checked by a gun smith who said it was good and thought it was a good rifle. I have shot about 20-30 Remington 250's through it with no problems other than having to file the tips of the bullets so five load and function smoothly. The bolt and receiver numbers match. I have read Ackley's two volume book and he thought the 96 was strong after doing destruction tests. I intend to hand load it and I don't load anything to the max.
I recently joined the camp fire and have read the concerns about the 96. I like to hear informed opinion on this set up.
I read those books.
I missed where he tested the Swede.
I bought a 94, 96, and 34 Swede for destructive testing BECAUSE I thought Ackley did not test it.
Can you quote volume and page number where he tests the 96?
