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Hello, I am Fyrd and I am new here. I have a topic that is probably broadly familiar and I need some input. I am about to purchase one of those guns we all come across from time to time. Not one on my want list, but too good a deal to pass up. This one is a Loewe Berlin 1891 Argentine Mauser. It has the crest ground and is sporterized, probably by a professional. That rich German Blue is about 90%,and the perfect fit and finish. With a classic Weaver K-4 with a post it reeks of that between the wars classic sporter. I have never been a fan of the 1891, but this specimin is just too good to pass up. The problem: I don't load 7.65x53 nor do I care to do so. I have done some research and would ask for opinions and suggestions about how to proceed. Plan 1. Rechamber the gun to 7.7 jap, a caliber I already load. From the reloading manuals I have scene the chamber should clean up nicely. The information I have indicate that mild loads of the 7.7 shouldn't overpower the 1891. Thoughts? Plan 2. I have heard of there being a chamber insert that allows one to fire 7.62x39 in these guns. Anyone heard of this? Any clue where to find one? Plan 3. Rebarrel to 7x57 Mauser, which we also currently load. (Note: the way I am getting this gun precludes me from selling it right away......) Thanks Fyrd