9.3x62 And A Gun-nut's Collection

[Fallschirmjaeger]

Not much of a tale to tell. I love the 9.3x62 caliber and I enjoy older Mauser-esque rifles (I say Mauser-esque to avoid a debate on Mauser heritage of certain actions.)

Anyways, this is my hard-earned collection of 9.3x62s from top to bottom:

1. Brno ZG-47
2. Brno ZKK-600
3. Husqvarna 246
4. Husqvarna 146 (opened up chamber)
5. Husqvarna 1640
6. Husqvarna 640

The Husqvarna 246 has an internal spring loaded sling mechanism which rolls out and connects to the metal loop unter the barrel. This is similar to some French shotguns of any of you are aware. The 640 has a Continental-style, removeable, side scope mount and double set triggers. If you have any thoughts or questions, feel free to comment.

 

[AZDAVE]

Nce collection

I like the Brno 600 and the husky 246 the best.

 

[Deleted member 99613]

Awesome collection of beautiful rifles! Do you have a favorite? Any suggestions of what to look for when looking for a rifle in the caliber? What types of game do you hunt with the cartridge/ where have you found limitations?
I just discovered this cartridge and it intrigues me! Thanks for any information you can give about the rifle and cartridge!

 

[Fallschirmjaeger]

The 1640 is my go-to hunting gun. I predominantly hunt in Pennsylvania so my big game with a rifle opportunities are limited to short seasons of black bear and whitetails. I'm not an expert in this caliber, I just really enjoy its no-fuss ease of use. Plenty of capacity in smaller lighter rifles and they kill the game I hunt very quickly and usually with limited or no tracking or suffering of the animal. I'm not sure I would want to shoot this caliber long distance, but I feel that it can do everything I would ask of it within 300yds. Again, this is just my opinion and I'm not an expert.

 

[sgt_zim]

I have a Meopta on my 9.3x62. My only complaint is eye relief and the short tube on those scopes.

 

[Fallschirmjaeger]

I have a Meopta on my 9.3x62. My only complaint is eye relief and the short tube on those scopes.

That's interesting. I haven't had that issue, but they are heavy buggers.

 

[sgt_zim]

LOP on mine is 14.5". If I could mount a picatinny rail on my Mauser, then eye relief wouldn't be an issue, but the bases and rings can't be moved, like on your 1640. I'd like for my scope to sit about 1" farther back.

 

[WAB]

Love the 9.3x62. Your collection is impressive. I have only one.

 

[FlyGuy]

Wow!
Nice collection of rifles.
Love the look of that 246.

 

[Fallschirmjaeger]

Thank you.... Yes the 246 is a pretty rare bird.

 

[Deleted member 99613]

The 1640 is my go-to hunting gun. I predominantly hunt in Pennsylvania so my big game with a rifle opportunities are limited to short seasons of black bear and whitetails. I'm not an expert in this caliber, I just really enjoy its no-fuss ease of use. Plenty of capacity in smaller lighter rifles and they kill the game I hunt very quickly and usually with limited or no tracking or suffering of the animal.

Im just North of you and this is exactly the kind of useful and relevant information I needed, a great deer and black bear cartridge! (dreams of buffalo on the back burner!) I’ll be keeping my eyes open at the gun shows. Thank you

 

[Hunting Sailor]

Great collection. Congratulations. Thanks for sharing.

I recently bought a Husqvarna 1640 in 9.3x62. Haven’t shot it yet, but waiting for @RAVEN ROCKS PRECISION to offer some brass for it.
Will have to do some work on it, but it’s a project I look forward to.
I suspect my Africa Hunting days are behind me, but it’s a great rifle/cartridge combo for anything really.
Happy to read that I’m not the only one with the love for Husqvarna and 9.3x62.
Would you mind to share what bullets and speeds you are using?
@sgt_zim was kind to share some info with me.

 

[Fallschirmjaeger]

Geco Plus 250 grain is a fantastic load. I haven't started reloading for them yet.

 

[Safari Dave]

Great for you!

The 9.3x62 has never been on my radar, because they are so hard to come by in the USA.


You have some lovely rifles!

 

[sgt_zim]

Great for you!

The 9.3x62 has never been on my radar, because they are so hard to come by in the USA.


You have some lovely rifles!

Excuses excuses. But a CRF 30-06 then re-barrel.

 

[Warren Knudsen]

That is a very nice collection.

 

[KCSafari]

What a collection. I have a Steyr CL2 in 9.3x62 and after seeing your collection… Im digging out my old Mauser actions to start a new build.

 

[RAVEN ROCKS PRECISION]

Great collection. Congratulations. Thanks for sharing.

I recently bought a Husqvarna 1640 in 9.3x62. Haven’t shot it yet, but waiting for @RAVEN ROCKS PRECISION to offer some brass for it.
Will have to do some work on it, but it’s a project I look forward to.
I suspect my Africa Hunting days are behind me, but it’s a great rifle/cartridge combo for anything really.
Happy to read that I’m not the only one with the love for Husqvarna and 9.3x62.
Would you mind to share what bullets and speeds you are using?
@sgt_zim was kind to share some info with me.

Brass is supposedly afloat and hoping that it (as well as the 22 Hornet) gets here soon. All the other brass is in trail by a month or two.

 

[dougfinn]

I’m a big fan of the Husqvarna 640. Currently have three, two in 8x57 and one in 9.3x62. Very well made rifles. You have a mighty fine looking collection there. Thanks for sharing.

 

[Clodo Ferreira]

Hi Fallschirmjaeger,

Awesome !!!! I like them all! I have the ZKK 600 also in 9,3x62. Would be extremely dificult to pick one between them...

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