I heard these were like the AK-47's of World War I, in that they could operate in the most extreme adverse conditions. Is this true? Based on your own experience with the weapon?
@CaScA M1895's where very sturdy and reliable. But they required proper care and maintance under battlefield conditions. A tad more then regular bolt action rifles of its day
Have one that my father bought for $25 back in the 70's from a guy who had a garage full. The chamber has been drilled through and the firing pin removed so its useless but I still love holding it. Nice to see what a working one can do....
i have a 10 stuck of those rounds on a stripper clip in a cardboard package i shot it out of a model 1898 i like how everything has a eagle stamp on it
How it is a Nazi rounds, when 8mm (generaly, including 8x50 and 8x56) Mannlicher is 1895 - 1918 rifle, and it was generaly replaced with 1898 7,9mm (8x57) caliber rifles...
They are 8x56r rounds and were produced in 1938 after Austria became part of the German Greater Riech. I actually have a few rounds produced before March 1938 that have the Austrian seal instead of the Nazi Eagle on the head stamp.
The rifles were used and still in service before and during WWII by various powers. Many long rifles were converted to carbines in the 30's. Most were also converted to 8x56r at that time.
This rifle was converted to 8x56r but wasn't shortened.
Probably they are on equal terms, the recoil is much heavier feeling on the M95 due to a heavier bullet and lighter rifle/carbine weight. For me the sights seem better on the Mauser but that is a matter of preference.
I can definitely say that 7.92x57mm is far easier to find.
why the hell would you should the original nazi ammo!?!?!?!?!?!?!? i have a 95/34 version of the m95 and i also have the 1938 nazi rounds. those rounds are collector's items.
I fully disassembled the rifle. Turns out the clip latch itself was installed backwards by whoever last stripped it. So the hook was backwards and would never have held anything. Works perfectly now. Thanks for your help.
Man that stuff got expensive. I bought 500 rounds on clip for about $120 IIRC. Most of it is '38 Nazi marked with a couple of rounds made before they started stamping them with the Swastika. In fact that's the ammo I was using in the video. I'm saving the remaining 400 rounds though.
does this rifle used the rotating bolt system like the m1 carbine but operated manually??
LuvZaku1753 1 year ago
@LuvZaku1753
The bolt head rotates 90 degrees during initial extraction. The rest of the bolt remains level. It is not like a Garand or a Swiss K31.
ytykg 1 year ago
I got one for Christmas and its 8mm?
DrShakalu619 1 year ago
@DrShakalu619
Yep, 8x56R. Sorry about the delay.
ytykg 1 year ago
@DrShakalu619 do not try using normal 8mm!!!!!!!!
ecto24 1 month ago
I heard these were like the AK-47's of World War I, in that they could operate in the most extreme adverse conditions. Is this true? Based on your own experience with the weapon?
CaScA 1 year ago
@CaScA
My experience pales compared to those conditions. I'd say it is a tough action, but the Mosin Nagant is the AK of the bolt action world.
ytykg 1 year ago
@CaScA M1895's where very sturdy and reliable. But they required proper care and maintance under battlefield conditions. A tad more then regular bolt action rifles of its day
F4Wildcat 7 months ago
lol something fell out of your gun on the last shot!
(I know its supposed to, but it still looks funny)
3of11 1 year ago
It's a fast action!
wks1978 2 years ago
Have one that my father bought for $25 back in the 70's from a guy who had a garage full. The chamber has been drilled through and the firing pin removed so its useless but I still love holding it. Nice to see what a working one can do....
groundpounder247 2 years ago
We just recently aquired a M95.
The only ammunition we're able to find is the Waffen-SS stamped ones!
Are you aware of anything else in the market for something somewhat, less expensive! $20 for 10 rounds here in California for those...unbelievable.
jrabueg1 2 years ago
That's all I have. I bought when it was cheap (500 rounds for $120), but I don't shoot it anymore.
ytykg 2 years ago
i have a 10 stuck of those rounds on a stripper clip in a cardboard package i shot it out of a model 1898 i like how everything has a eagle stamp on it
bardminnewaska 2 years ago
One info plz.
How it is a Nazi rounds, when 8mm (generaly, including 8x50 and 8x56) Mannlicher is 1895 - 1918 rifle, and it was generaly replaced with 1898 7,9mm (8x57) caliber rifles...
Thanx for the info.
Best regards
KraljLazar 2 years ago
They are 8x56r rounds and were produced in 1938 after Austria became part of the German Greater Riech. I actually have a few rounds produced before March 1938 that have the Austrian seal instead of the Nazi Eagle on the head stamp.
The rifles were used and still in service before and during WWII by various powers. Many long rifles were converted to carbines in the 30's. Most were also converted to 8x56r at that time.
This rifle was converted to 8x56r but wasn't shortened.
ytykg 2 years ago
Thanx for the info...
I'm interesting in buying M95.
Btw, one info also...
How is it in comparison with 7,9 (8x57) round.
It should be more powerful and accurate... ?
KraljLazar 2 years ago
Probably they are on equal terms, the recoil is much heavier feeling on the M95 due to a heavier bullet and lighter rifle/carbine weight. For me the sights seem better on the Mauser but that is a matter of preference.
I can definitely say that 7.92x57mm is far easier to find.
ytykg 2 years ago
thanx for the info... :)
I know 7,92 is much easier to find. Here in central and eastern Europe, 7,92 is very comon carabine caliber.
Usually used for hunting and less for sport.
I have Austrian Voere M98 7,92, 2006 year of production, for about 500$, and it's really a joy to shoot :)
now I'm interested in M95, so thanx a lot for the info... ;)
best regards from Croatia.
KraljLazar 2 years ago
I live in the US. How can I get hold of 8x56 rounds.
paintballguy113 2 years ago
One of the expensive loaders like Hornady may be making it but I can't find it anymore. Your best bet is hand loading for these right now.
Sorry I can't help more.
ytykg 2 years ago
why the hell would you should the original nazi ammo!?!?!?!?!?!?!? i have a 95/34 version of the m95 and i also have the 1938 nazi rounds. those rounds are collector's items.
dixielax329 2 years ago
Because I bought 500 rounds of it back when it was easy to get. I still have 400 rounds but I've stopped using it.
ytykg 2 years ago
Maybe you can help me. I load my M95 and as soon as I let go of the clip, it springs backs up. How do I keep it down? Thanks in advance.
SpaceJockey1979 2 years ago
It sounds like the spring on your clip latch is broken or missing. Try tilting the rifle's barrel down as you load the clip and cycle the action.
My M95 Stutzen's spring was missing and until I replaced it it did just like yours.
ytykg 2 years ago
I fully disassembled the rifle. Turns out the clip latch itself was installed backwards by whoever last stripped it. So the hook was backwards and would never have held anything. Works perfectly now. Thanks for your help.
SpaceJockey1979 2 years ago
They've got these on sale for $89 at Big5. Worth the cash?
JoshuaG19 3 years ago
Not if you just want a shooter. Ammunition for these is scarce at best.
If you want history, and a unique action these are great.
ytykg 3 years ago
i actually saw an add for austrian 8mm ammo for a very low price, considering its rarity.
ramberghini 2 years ago
For a collectible. I got 40 rounds of Nazi engraved ammo on gunbroker for $95. Not to mention you don't have an idea how gunked up they are
SpaceJockey1979 2 years ago
Man that stuff got expensive. I bought 500 rounds on clip for about $120 IIRC. Most of it is '38 Nazi marked with a couple of rounds made before they started stamping them with the Swastika. In fact that's the ammo I was using in the video. I'm saving the remaining 400 rounds though.
ytykg 2 years ago
saving them for when the zombies come?
Kitteh2006 2 years ago
Well the Nazis certainly aren't making them anymore. :P
ytykg 2 years ago