Questions on Mouser 95

[Robbin1]

I bought a mouser 95 rifle from Sportsman’s Guide last year at a very low price available back then. I have always been a fan of the 7mm. I have not been able to find much information available on this model, DWM Mauser Rifle, Pre - 1898 Mauser 95 7 mm Rifle (7mm mauser 7x57). I found that ammo is hard to find, and should have selected the .308 rather then this 7mm. (I have ordered the .308 but its on backorder). Can someone point me to a sight that has more info on this model? These rifles are prior issue, but you would never know it outside of the marks on the stock. All numbers match and I have yet to find any pitting or rust on the one I received. If anyone is interested here is the link.

Pre - 1898 Mauser 95 7 Mm Rifle, Shooting Supplies, I.O. Inc at Sportsman's Guide


Thanks in advance!
Robbin1

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[Aragorn243]

It is probably a Chilean Mauser made in Germany for export. The original caliber is 7mm. It isn't a common cartridge anymore but isn't that hard to find either, there are a lot of them in the country. There should be a crest on the top of the receiver. Compare it to some photos on the web to confirm.

I'd steer clear of the 308 conversions because these rifles are not strong enough to handle that caliber. The metal in the receiver will stretch over time because of the added pressures.

Sportsman's Guide prices are a bit high for these too so be careful.

I picked one up at a local gun shop for $120 about 6 months ago, all matching numbers and excellent condition metal. Only problem was the stock which was filthy but it cleaned up very nice.

Ammo is not impossible to find. The larger distributors should carry it. It's a bit more costly than the common calibers but on par with most of the older ones. Cabelas sells it for about $22 per box of 20.

[Calif-Steve]

The .308 versions have their German barrels bored out to .308 caliber. They then inserted a sleeve into the chamber to make a 7.62mm chamber. Avoid these things like the plague. The 7mm versions are nice shooters, ammo is easy to find.

[Robbin1]

This is good information. So the .308 is not a manufactured but a converted caliber, is that what I am hearing? If so, I’m going to cancel the .308. I'm not interested in a conversion. I originally paid $260 for this 95, 7mm from Sportsman’s and have seen some others for a lower price, but not is the best condition. Would anyone recommend mounting one on a sporter stock or remaining with the original stock? I want to use this at times for hunting, but retain all origin items to return it back to military configuration. Any suggestions or recommendations?

[Aragorn243]

308 is a definite conversion and not a good one.

If it were mine, I'd hunt with it as is.

So long as you don't alter the rifle in any way by drilling holes in it, cutting down the wood, etc, you can restore it to original configuration if you wanted to get a sporter stock for it to use in hunting season. You may even be able to find a scope mount that uses the rear sight mounting screws but you will need an eye relief scope because of the bolt handle.

[Robbin1]

Thank you for the great information!
I make stocks as a part time hobby/business and have a design for a stock that includes the scope mounting so alterations to the rifle itself is not needed. It simply provides a very stable support for the action and barrel and provides above accuracy and appealing.
Thank you for the great information!
I make stocks as a part time hobby/business and have a design for a stock that includes the scope mounting so alterations to the rifle itself is not needed. It simply provides a very stable support for the action and barrel and provides above accuracy and appealing.
However, do all of these 95 models have strait bolt handles or do some have curved ones? The reason I ask, is everyone I have looked at have a strait bolt handle, but the one I have is curved. It shows no sign of being heated, or any tool marks on it. However, there is no indication a scope was ever installed on it. Is this normal?

[Aragorn243]

That I can't answer with any certainty because I don't know if any of this particular model were converted for sniper use. Every one I've seen had a straight bolt. I'm sure a few others here can answer that question for sure.

Probably the first thing we need to know is if it is a Chilean Mauser or something else.

[Patrick Chadwick]

Probably the first thing we need to know is if it is a Chilean Mauser or something else.

- Which means that we all need pics before going into speculation!

Robbin1, if you can, please post pics of an overall view plus ALL markings you can find on the receiver and ALL markings you can find on the bolt. After 115 years, a bit of mix'n-match would be no great surprise, but if you post those PICS with ALL the markings (hint, hint, HINT) we will do our best to help.



P.S. Does the bolt have a flat bottom on the bolt-head?

[Robbin1]

Mine is a Chilean model and has a round head; the receiver has a crest on the top above the barrel extension. I don't have a digital camera but can use a friends. I'll post a some pictures as soon as I can, but it will take me a few days. Thank you all for the help and information!