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. · October 26, 1998, 12:51 AM

Have a #5 military carbine in 7mm Spanish Mauser, c. 1897. Same was originally available in a .43 Spanish. Have seen a 50/70 conversion. Also want to convert mine to a larger bore cartridge.

Questions:

1. Will this action withstand using a 45/100 or 50/100 black powder cartridge load? If not what is the maximum safe BP load with this receiver?

2. Does anyone have personal experience with such conversion, or can recommend a specialty shop for same?

3. Any experiences with an outfit that is called "The Springfield Minuteman" (previously of PA, now of NC/SC)? If so, please comment on the quality of any work or service received.

[This message has been edited by Mykl (edited 10-26-98).]

October 26, 1998, 12:51 AM	#1
. Senior Member Join Date: October 6, 1998 Location: My wife's house... Posts: 2,659	Have a #5 military carbine in 7mm Spanish Mauser, c. 1897. Same was originally available in a .43 Spanish. Have seen a 50/70 conversion. Also want to convert mine to a larger bore cartridge. Questions: 1. Will this action withstand using a 45/100 or 50/100 black powder cartridge load? If not what is the maximum safe BP load with this receiver? 2. Does anyone have personal experience with such conversion, or can recommend a specialty shop for same? 3. Any experiences with an outfit that is called "The Springfield Minuteman" (previously of PA, now of NC/SC)? If so, please comment on the quality of any work or service received. [This message has been edited by Mykl (edited 10-26-98).]