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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...

Gorgeous thank you for sharing.

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.

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.

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...

Thanks all for such warm welcomes.

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...

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.

Okay cool, no worries. Even i made a mistake on this chat that got picked up right at the beginning. joys of being human.

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...

Ok thanks. Other than barrel profile what else would say type A vs B?

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...

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

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.

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

I agree, i absolutely love them. I first fell in love with the 9.3x62mm mauser back in 1998 when i was gifted one by a colleague. I was still learning about firearms but recall it was a k98 mauser style with the barrel with step downs as it went towards the muzzle. It was an amazing shooter but...

Ah thanks so much for sharing. Im in love with this forum. You all so knowledgeable and I appreciate learning from you all. This info is exactly the sort of thing Ive been looking for. It never ceases to amaze me the depth of history that these sort of rifles hold. “Hunter-Habib” where did you...

Just having a look at this site you kindly shared, wow…. This is perfect, great info. Really appreciate it.

Thanks so much for the info. I dont personally know Derek Adams but know of him through my industry. All the info I found on Manto & Co guns were of doubles, shot guns and muzzleloaders, so the info from you and “Baxter” is very helpful. Would lovely to know how it found its way from...

Quite right. Thanks

Thanks. It is a lovely old rifle but in brilliant operating condition. The barrel is 23 inch.

☺️ no more than any of you guys

Thanks so much.

I recently came into ownership of a lovely classic hunting rifle. It is a bolt action Type A Mauser chambered in 9.3 x 62 mm. The barrel is stamped with the following “Manton & Co Gunsmiths Cullcutta & Delhi”. I am struggling to find any information that would help me trace history about such a...

Greetings All, Its a real pleasure to be a member here amongst a vast array of knowledge and experience on all things hunting. In a nut shell, Im a Zim Pro Guide who specialises in walking safaris and Photography with dangerous game. I love all shooting and outdoor sports, photography...