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    Hello from Zimbabwe

    Hi Sue, thank you for the welcome. Yes sadly Zim is struggling but as always, us Zimbo’s are always hopeful of a positive turn around in the economy. Having said this, there is still soooo much to see and enjoy in the Zimbabwean bush and You should most definitely come visit. If you come, give...
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    Help with info on a Manton & Co Culcutta & Delhi Type A Mauser rifle chambered in 9.3 x 62 mm

    T Thank you John. Thats very cool re the serial number and caliber of the nearest one to mine. Mine had the scope added by one of the previous owners as definitely not factory but whats done is done now.
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    Help with info on a Manton & Co Culcutta & Delhi Type A Mauser rifle chambered in 9.3 x 62 mm

    Hi Brian, Wow thank you. This is awesome info and great reading. And I agree with you, I wont be changing or modifying the rifle one bit. Love it just the way it is and for what it was intended for.
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    Help with info on a Manton & Co Culcutta & Delhi Type A Mauser rifle chambered in 9.3 x 62 mm

    Yes i think id rather go this route than physically alter the stock on a rifle with this kind of history. Its not my only rifle to use for hunting so there is no pressure to change it. I got this for the nostalgia of hunting with this caliber (which i had history with before) and for the...
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    Hello from Zimbabwe

    Thanks all for such warm welcomes.
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    Help with info on a Manton & Co Culcutta & Delhi Type A Mauser rifle chambered in 9.3 x 62 mm

    Thanks. Must say im starting to appreciate this rifle even more since chatting with you all. Beautiful rifle. Love the full length stock on your rifle. I use a 1.25-4 variable scope and find that when aiming, instead of a full cheek weld i put the rifle comb against my lower cheek/jaw area...
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    Help with info on a Manton & Co Culcutta & Delhi Type A Mauser rifle chambered in 9.3 x 62 mm

    So the swivels and sling also came already attached to me. Pic as requested attached. They ate interesting as i have not personally seen swivels that can twist side ways as well. Must say its nice but i think i will wrap them some how to prevent further scratching of the barrel and wood work.
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    Help with info on a Manton & Co Culcutta & Delhi Type A Mauser rifle chambered in 9.3 x 62 mm

    Okay cool, no worries. Even i made a mistake on this chat that got picked up right at the beginning. joys of being human.
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    Help with info on a Manton & Co Culcutta & Delhi Type A Mauser rifle chambered in 9.3 x 62 mm

    Yes the drop is not ideal for a scope but its not too bad. Plus with it not being a heavy recoiling rifle, you can get away with the poor cheek weld. The rifle came scope mounted as you see it and is a quick and easy release for use with open sights. I think if it had come with out the scope i...
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    Help with info on a Manton & Co Culcutta & Delhi Type A Mauser rifle chambered in 9.3 x 62 mm

    Ok thanks. Other than barrel profile what else would say type A vs B?
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    Help with info on a Manton & Co Culcutta & Delhi Type A Mauser rifle chambered in 9.3 x 62 mm

    Hi “Red Leg” thanks for all the info above. I notice you say my rifle is a type b. What is it that tells you this? I only ask as i really am still learning about the type A and B designation and was told it was a type A rifle. I love the rifle no matter what but Its important to me that i dont...
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    Help with info on a Manton & Co Culcutta & Delhi Type A Mauser rifle chambered in 9.3 x 62 mm

    Thank you. I will check them out and see if i can find something on mine. Appreciate that info.
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    Hello from Zimbabwe

    Its lovely to be a part of a group of like minded people. Thank you for the warm welcomes. i have already learnt so much on here from members regarding a question i had about an interesting rifle I recently came into ownership of. So helpful. Its great to be here.
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    Help with info on a Manton & Co Culcutta & Delhi Type A Mauser rifle chambered in 9.3 x 62 mm

    Thank you so much. You've been a great help.
 
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