M14 Forum

mike12746 · December 9th, 2011, 03:46 PM

I recently purchased a 8mm 8x57 bolt action rifle the removable bolt says buehler and I'm unsure of the brand and ammo size. I was told it was a mauser but I really don't know. The serial numbers are so worn down that I can barely see them. I'm attaching some pics so if anyone recognizes the gun please let me know. Thanks

SOCOM42 · December 9th, 2011, 03:58 PM

Put some pictures of both sides of the action up close in here. A Closeup showing the tube full frame.

mike12746 · December 9th, 2011, 04:17 PM

Here are some more pics.

Jake8738 · December 9th, 2011, 04:23 PM

Looks like a German K-98, 8mm. Lots of surplus ammo around. Should be a year stamped on top under the front scope mount.
Ammo:
http://www.aimsurplus.com/product.as...can&groupid=42

mike12746 · December 9th, 2011, 04:29 PM

if it's what your thinking it is what whould be the exact ammo size be 8x57, or just regular 8mm. ill take the scope off tomorrow and check for a date.also would the serial #s be pretty worn down due to aging?

mike12746 · December 9th, 2011, 04:41 PM

is there any other ammo that can be used, due to the fact the link that was sent is all sold out?

bd111 · December 9th, 2011, 05:07 PM

Check Samco for 8 x 57 milsurp ammo. Most of it's pretty good, some may have corrosive primers. But get something besides the Turkish 154 gr 8 x 57. Or a local gun dealer should have some new factory hunting ammo in 8 x 57 with reloadable cartridge cases.

Sleek sporter you've got there. If Maynard Buehler, Orinda, CA, built it and prior owner(s) cleaned it on occasion you've got a good rifle that shoots a powerful round. He was one of Roy Weatherby's go-to guys back in the day. Look at your scope base and rings. BTW, I wouldn't disturb the scope if it's on solid. If there was any provenance struck on the receiver bridge when the rifle was originally manufactured it was probably ground off during sporterizing.