Well, this question will probably expose my noob-ness, but I'll ask it anyway:
Why do people select Mauser 98 actions more than any others when producing custom rifles, especially when they are rechambering them for different cartridges than that for which they were intended originally?
I know that the Mauser 98 action has a reputation for strength and reliability, but is there something more to this trend? Are the other actions, say those from the Enfield, MAS, or Mosin-Nagant, that much less suitable for custom work and rechambering? Or is it more of a supply and demand issue?
I'm familiar with the Ishapore and Tristar conversions of Enfields to .308 and 7.62x39, and I vaguely recall reading about MAS-36 conversions to .308. I've never heard of a Mosin being used for a conversion.
Just curious ...
