School me on M98 actions

[Delloro]

Dear All,

I would like to build a nice, working 9.3x62 hunting rifle on an m98 action. I would like to get a nice FN action that is rust free and drilled and tapped but they are not easy to find. What do you think about other actions like Zastava, interterms, Santa Barbara etc? I do not want to dump a lot of money building a rifle on an inferior action that will then need to be replaced. Also, I very much would like to have a 3 position side safety (like Win m70). I see a lot of mauser actions , like husqvarna 1640 with two position safeties beside the bolt. Can these husqvarna actions "upgraded" to the 3 position side safety.
All other advice when it comes to m98 actions are welcome and if you have one which you think would be a nice basis for a build please let me know.
Thank you, Ferenc

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[roklok]

It all depends on the skill on whomever is doing the repair. It could be barely noticeable if done right. I have a Remington 30 Express with a filled in sight notch that takes close examination to detect. Or you could mount a peep sight base to fill void.

 

[Old3Toe]

Sure, probably.

 

[John Wasmuth]

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[Doug Hamilton]

Dear All,

I would like to build a nice, working 9.3x62 hunting rifle on an m98 action. I would like to get a nice FN action that is rust free and drilled and tapped but they are not easy to find. What do you think about other actions like Zastava, interterms, Santa Barbara etc? I do not want to dump a lot of money building a rifle on an inferior action that will then need to be replaced. Also, I very much would like to have a 3 position side safety (like Win m70). I see a lot of mauser actions , like husqvarna 1640 with two position safeties beside the bolt. Can these husqvarna actions "upgraded" to the 3 position side safety.
All other advice when it comes to m98 actions are welcome and if you have one which you think would be a nice basis for a build please let me know.
Thank you, Ferenc

I have two of the Interarms Mark X actions. One in .458 WM and the other in .300 WM. I have had the triggers replaced with Timneys and the safeties replaced with Model 70 type. I.have used the .300 for mule deer, black bear and moose in the US and BC as well as plains game in Africa. I have taken two cape buffalo in Zimbabwe with the .458. I have complete confidence in these two rifles, and they have become my two-rifle battery to take any larger animal anywhere. I think you would be happy with a rifle that had a Zastava, Interarms or Mark X action as they were all.made by Zastava. I believe Husqvarna got their 1640 actions there as well.

 

[mdwest]

Guys, apologize for the slew of questions. You can probably tell I am actively hunting for a rifle. Next odd question, I found a pretty nice FN mauser with a pristine action and a decent stock. My only concern is that the stock has a side mount peep sight cutout. Is this something that can be repaired with a decent cosmetic outcome. I doubt but it does not hurt to ask...
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Don’t apologize… these are the type of discussions a lot of us enjoy engaging in…

They certainly beat the “is 375 H&H sufficient for buffalo?” Inquiries

 

[Ontario Hunter]

So this is the same Spanish action I alluded to earlier. It seems to have an unusual safety anybody can help supplying some more information about the action? IS this an aftermarket safety?

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That is a Chapman or Wisner 2-position safety. They sold the kits but required some semi-sophisticated machining of the military bolt shroud.

 

[Ontario Hunter]

Guys, apologize for the slew of questions. You can probably tell I am actively hunting for a rifle. Next odd question, I found a pretty nice FN mauser with a pristine action and a decent stock. My only concern is that the stock has a side mount peep sight cutout. Is this something that can be repaired with a decent cosmetic outcome. I doubt but it does not hurt to ask...
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Yes. Toss the stock and order a nice one from Boyds. Gunsmith can fill and smooth the screw holes. You'll want to finish the action with rebluing anyway.

I presume it's tapped on top for a scope since the bolt handle has been modified.