KS67 Posted September 4, 2008 Report Share Posted September 4, 2008 swedish 94 I'm new at this mauser craze, but have been forever hooked. I inherited a swedish 94 carbine from my wifes grandfather.All the numbers match and it is a Carl Gustaf 1903. The stock has been shortened and hacked on to the point that I have purchased an other stock complete with all rings etc. The rear sight was removed and 2 holes were drilled completely into the barrel with one having a very small crack running a quarter inch into the barrel. I have several questions. 1. can the holes and crack be welded without damaging the rifling ? The holes and crack are right where the military sight would be. If I have to change the barrel, there goes the matching numbers. I want to maintain the6.5X55caliber. Of course the stock numbers on my new,old stock won't match anyway. 2. The original rear sight is gone and I am having difficult time finding one anywhere parts are available. Does anyone out there have one? Mod 96 is not same as 94 and everyone seems to have 96 sights. I dream of putting it back in military condition, maybe dropping a buck, and then retiring it in honor of grandpa B. I would be forever grateful for help from all you mauser pros. THANX!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clemson Posted September 4, 2008 Report Share Posted September 4, 2008 Welcome to the Forum. Mauseritis is addictive. I hate to tell you, but your barrel is toast. I applaud your intention of returning the gun to full military status. Just think of a rebarrel and restock job as essentials that any arsenal would do to refit and refurbish a military rifle. It won't be a matching number gun, but it will be correct. Look on ebay, Gunbroker, Auction Arms, Gunsamerica, etc., to try to buy a takeoff barrel. They won't be cheap, as Swede barrels command a premium. Good luck! Clemson Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Horsefly Posted September 5, 2008 Report Share Posted September 5, 2008 I agree with Clem.I saw in my last Shotgun News,94 barrels in the Sarco ad for 79.00.The 94's are wonderful little rifles and I would love to have one to finish out my 96 collection.A good stock,another barrel,all other parts correct,and you'll have a way nice rifle.I like the Idea of shooting a deer with it before putting it up,but I really think you should shoot and enjoy it a lot to honor your wifes Grandad.Welcome to the board KS,and keep us informed on your progress. Jerry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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