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I found a pretty decent custom Oberndorf - a Peruvian 1909 in .270 WCF. Nothing fancy, just what looks like a competently done sporter. Condition is very good with some pluming evident on the receiver - some scratches and dents on the stock, but nothing bad. 22" barrel - don't know the make, flag safety. Price is a bit over $500.00.

I'm not familiar with the Peruvian 1909 - is it the same as the Argentine?

No, it's not.

IIRC the bolt is funky somehow on Peruvian 1909's.

The 1909 Peruvian has the same footprint (mostly) as the 1909 Argentine, it is a standard length 98 as far as action screw spacing goes. However, it utilizes an intermediate length bolt. The actions were very well made, quality on par with the Argentine.

You jogged my memory - shorter bolt, longer front receiver ring on the Peruvian.

Yup, and High Charger hump, longer barrel shank, etc. But since it is already rebarreled.....

Any sound Mauser sporter is worth $500 IMO.

Thanks Fellers. I always wanted a 1909 Argentine, but I'll give this Peruvian some thought.

The Peruvian is much harder to find. An intermediate size action, it is perfect for a 7 x 57.

A large ring with a small barrel shank,, Tom Burgess would often grind the sides of receiver rings down to make a small ring action

Ironically, the Standard Length Oberndorf Sporters in 7x57 were highly prized for the ability to seat bullets out.

Yes, Tom would ovalize the receiver ring gives it a unique look and allows the stock and barrel to be thinner.

But it is a standard length action with intermediate length bolt.

The FN contract Peruvians were properly hardened from the get go...occasionally some of the Argentines had soft receivers, usually discovered after the locking lugs imprinted.

A few years back I bought a 98 here that was started to be sporterized.. I dont know the model but I think it was a 24/30 3006 can anyone find the transaction I did? no problems just would like to know for sure.. the model# is covered up now.. and I would have to take it apart to verify it... thanks Hubert

Can't help re CF Thread history locator, but alternative might be a bunch of good photos If not too extensively modified. Just guestimate suggestion for expert analysis! Also, such yet available nomenclature including serial numbers (semi as normally OK), Otherwise... Just an idea of what you're up against... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/FN_Model_24_and_Model_30
And good luck!
Best & keep Safe!
John

Can anyone put up the crests of the Peruvian, and Chilean, Mausers?
I have one, or the other in storage, but can't remember which !

Chileno 1912 Steyr:


Peruvian 1909:

And just in case you have a Peruvian 1935:

Thank you Mine is the Chileno.
I wonder how the quality compares to others.

my chileno's work as smooth as butter I would rather have a 1912 than a 1909 Argentines or a vz24 for a build

The 1912 Steyrs were right there with the DWM 1908 & 1909's as far as quality.

The 1909 Peruvians were not made by FN.

Oops, sorry, you're right...1935 Peruvian.