Siamese Mauser

[country_boy]

I have a Siamese Mauser in 45-70 coming my way. It’s uniquely built. Reading about load data, it states for Ruger # 1 and Siamese Mauser actions only.

Why is a Mauser action considered one of the strongest 45-70 type actions? I knew they’re strong, didn’t realize they’re that strong.

 

[candcallen]

Large ring mauser originally in 8mm.

Supposedly can handle the heavier 45 70 loads.

They are not all that strong.

Who did the conversion?

 

[country_boy]

Not a clue, had a gunsmith check it out. Checks out fine.

 

[skfullgun]

Does it have a twin?

Sorry, I could not resist.

Please post pics when it arrives. Sounds like a great acquisition!

 

[country_boy]

The stock is custom out of walnut with a red type wood at the front with matching pummel on the pistol grip, white lines etch out the detail. Shaw barrel that’s heavy profiled. Has a front sight but, no rear.
One piece Leupold base with a cheap weaver on it. Has a match trigger. I may put a peep sight on it, it has factory screws on the side of the receiver. I guess that’s what they are for. Really well done.

 

[kbaxter60]

Does it have a twin?

We all knew someone was gonna say it.

 

[LEP]

Siamese Mauser was Japanese made, originally in 8x50R & later converted to 8x52R.
The action is on par with the Arisaka, which has a rep for being one of the strongest bolt actions made at that time.
The 45-70 conversions were very popular and safe.

 

[XLR8R]

Why is a Mauser action considered one of the strongest 45-70 type actions? I knew they’re strong, didn’t realize they’re that strong.

Mauser's 2-lug bolt made it a quality benchmark, improved upon by 3-lug bolt (i.e. Eddystone 1917)