There are quite a few built as full stock carbines, from Austria, Suhl, the USA and Prague, and they are floating around the UK.įor much less money, a secondhand Steyr Model M Stutzen, circa 1980s, or a new Winchester Model 70 Featherweight, would bring a lot of joy in the field. If you like nice walnut and metal, a second-hand Mauser by a name builder from 1955 to 1975 would be worth a look. The used, but like new M12 was $1,499, and the Marholdt $1,799. 308, fully engraved in the Italian style, with the scalloped Germanic cheekpiece and set triggers. So, I thought I would garner the opinions of the forum members and ask, if it was your money and taking into account the points I've made above and not telling me I should buy a Sako or Remington or to get a plastic stock or different calibre etc, which would you choose?Ĭlick to expand.At the same store where I handled the M12, I also handled a 1960s Mauser (commercial 98 FN action) custom built by Marholdt Peterlongo in. The rifle will not be moderated and barrel replacement is not going to be an issue. The Mauser stock seems more sturdy than the Steyr which is a factor if I'm going to travel with it but it's not so pretty. The rifle will have a wooden stock because that's my preference and it's for enjoyment rather than a working tool. I also like the Steyr Mannlicher CLll, I own one already (classic halfstock as opposed to CLll) and I'm one of the minority (seemingly) who like them. So I like the Mauser M12 and have always secretly desired a Mauser even though it is the bottom end of the range and from the Blaser/Sauer factory etc. I looked at a Sauer 101 and although the action was silky smooth it didn't give me the warm and fuzzies and because I own a rifle for enjoyment and sport rather than necessity of a job, the warm and fuzzies when picking up my rifle are important. Thought about a CZ but although the prices are good, I can't warm to them. I don't want to go Sako or Tikka as everyone I know seems to shoot them and I prefer to be different. I've had a look at several rifles around the £1500 mark and have narrowed it down to the two in the thread title. The rifle will be used for African plains game, potential boar shooting and occasional use here in the UK if I fancy a change from the. I have a slot for a 30-06 on my licence and am in the position of being able to fill it up now.