7X57 Mauser - Page 2

Shadow9mm · November 20, 2022, 09:02 AM

The op wanted a #1, and had found one used in 7x57 that was new and one used in 270, with both being about the same price. I believe he was contemplating the 7x57 and trying to learn a bit more about it in order to make a decision. Ended up going with the 270 as it had bee rebarrled and he already has a 270 that he will be loading for.

USAF Ret · November 20, 2022, 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Shadow9mm

The op wanted a #1, and had found one used in 7x57 that was new and one used in 270, with both being about the same price. I believe he was contemplating the 7x57 and trying to learn a bit more about it in order to make a decision. Ended up going with the 270 as it had bee rebarrled and he already has a 270 that he will be loading for.

Bingo!

USAF Ret · November 20, 2022, 10:37 AM

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Ok, i'm lost....
Was this thread about the 7X57 Mauser cartridge?
Or just finding a Ruger #1, no matter the cartridge?

Looking for a Ruger #1. Was looking at a new one and the only caliber they had that I was interested in was 7X57 and a wait time that is completely unknown. So, just had some questions about the 7x57 cartridge. Really wanted one in 270, but those were going for more than a new one. Found one that has a brand new 270 barrel for about $300-$400 less than most are selling them for. Had a good conversation with the seller and the barrel and new forearm had been installed by Ruger a month ago. Its is an A model with a 22" barrel.

So, yes. I just wanted the #1 and got it in a caliber I already have to reload and really my favorite caliber, 270 Win.

USAF Ret · November 20, 2022, 10:39 AM

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I don't know what they're making today, the older No.1 I had was adjustable trigger.

I had heard folks adjusting the trigger down and usually getting 4.5 lbs at the best. Makes me think the rifle I ordered may have an aftermarket trigger.

std7mag · November 21, 2022, 07:51 AM

I don't know about the #1 triggers. But all 3 of my 77 MKII have a Wolfe spring kit installed.
Really helped lower the pull weight on the trigger.

USAF Ret · November 22, 2022, 07:15 PM

270 Win

paknheat · November 22, 2022, 08:19 PM

Very nice.

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USAF Ret · November 22, 2022, 08:22 PM

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Very nice.

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Just waiting for USPS to deliver the check. Would love to get to hunt with it before the season is finished.

paknheat · November 24, 2022, 08:25 AM

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Just waiting for USPS to deliver the check. Would love to get to hunt with it before the season is finished.

I hope you get to take it out for a hunt or 3 also.

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Paul B. · November 25, 2022, 05:57 PM

"I had heard folks adjusting the trigger down and usually getting 4.5 lbs at the best. Makes me think the rifle I ordered may have an aftermarket trigger."

I was going to ask if your rifle had a red or black pad. Your picture solved that problem. All but one of my Ruger #1s are red pads, so only one black pad gun in my collection. The trigger of it is very nice and noticeably better than most of my red pad guns. The rifle is a #1S in .300 Win. Mag and is very accurate. I don't usually shoot far enough to justify a magnum but I think my #1 .300 Win. Mag. are really really cool and all four
Paul B. tight groups.

USAF Ret · November 25, 2022, 08:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Paul B.

"I had heard folks adjusting the trigger down and usually getting 4.5 lbs at the best. Makes me think the rifle I ordered may have an aftermarket trigger."

I was going to ask if your rifle had a red or black pad. Your picture solved that problem. All but one of my Ruger #1s are red pads, so only one black pad gun in my collection. The trigger of it is very nice and noticeably better than most of my red pad guns. The rifle is a #1S in .300 Win. Mag and is very accurate. I don't usually shoot far enough to justify a magnum but I think my #1 .300 Win. Mag. are really really cool and all four
Paul B. tight groups.

Well sir, I have a JARD trigger coming in. If the trigger in the rifle is good, I will send it back.

hooligan1 · December 30, 2022, 07:17 AM

USAF, did you get any decent loads worked up for that .270?

USAF Ret · December 30, 2022, 01:35 PM

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USAF, did you get any decent loads worked up for that .270?

I have not. It is in the shop getting a decent recoil pad put on it. The factory recoil pad was like a piece of 2X4. Also, chasing accuracy issues with a HOWA 270. Currently having the stock bedded. Also having issues with my chronograph and have about 3 chapters from Magnetospeed I need to read.

Been hunting also, so not as much range time. Took a little 5 pointer this morning on my last day to hunt. When duck season is out, I will pretty much be shooting and testing loads every weekend.

Yellowfin · December 30, 2022, 07:32 PM

How much barrel length does 7x57 need to work well? I have a family heirloom Mauser sporter that may need a new barrel soon that has a youth stock and I'm thinking 7x57 would do better in a 20" barrel than .243.

ligonierbill · December 30, 2022, 08:54 PM

I shoot both rounds from 22" barrels, and they do fine. You would lose a little velocity with the shorter barrel, but not enough to change the character of the round. I suggest you pick the one that works for your use. If I had to pick one, it would be the 7x57. But that's because I favor older-than-me calibers and bigger bullets.

November 20, 2022, 09:02 AM	#26
Shadow9mm Senior Member Join Date: March 21, 2012 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 4,043	The op wanted a #1, and had found one used in 7x57 that was new and one used in 270, with both being about the same price. I believe he was contemplating the 7x57 and trying to learn a bit more about it in order to make a decision. Ended up going with the 270 as it had bee rebarrled and he already has a 270 that he will be loading for. __________________ I don't believe in "range fodder" that is why I reload.

November 21, 2022, 07:51 AM	#30
std7mag Senior Member Join Date: June 23, 2013 Location: Central Taxylvania.. Posts: 3,609	I don't know about the #1 triggers. But all 3 of my 77 MKII have a Wolfe spring kit installed. Really helped lower the pull weight on the trigger. __________________ When our own government declares itself as "tyrannical", where does that leave us??!! "Januarary 6th insurrection". Funny, I didn't see a single piece of rope...

November 25, 2022, 05:57 PM	#35
Paul B. Senior Member Join Date: March 28, 1999 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 3,811	"I had heard folks adjusting the trigger down and usually getting 4.5 lbs at the best. Makes me think the rifle I ordered may have an aftermarket trigger." I was going to ask if your rifle had a red or black pad. Your picture solved that problem. All but one of my Ruger #1s are red pads, so only one black pad gun in my collection. The trigger of it is very nice and noticeably better than most of my red pad guns. The rifle is a #1S in .300 Win. Mag and is very accurate. I don't usually shoot far enough to justify a magnum but I think my #1 .300 Win. Mag. are really really cool and all four Paul B. tight groups. __________________ COMPROMISE IS NOT AN OPTION!

December 30, 2022, 07:17 AM	#37
hooligan1 Senior Member Join Date: July 18, 2010 Location: Independence Missouri Posts: 4,593	USAF, did you get any decent loads worked up for that .270? __________________ Keep your Axe sharp and your powder dry.

December 30, 2022, 07:32 PM	#39
Yellowfin Senior Member Join Date: January 7, 2007 Location: Lancaster Co, PA Posts: 2,311	How much barrel length does 7x57 need to work well? I have a family heirloom Mauser sporter that may need a new barrel soon that has a youth stock and I'm thinking 7x57 would do better in a 20" barrel than .243. __________________ Students for Concealed Carry on Campus http://www.concealedcampus.org "You can't stop insane people from doing insane things by passing insane laws--that's insane!" - Penn Jillette

November 22, 2022, 07:15 PM	#31
USAF Ret Senior Member Join Date: December 8, 2017 Posts: 816	270 Win

November 22, 2022, 08:19 PM	#32
paknheat Senior Member Join Date: October 17, 2006 Location: East Texas Posts: 339	Very nice. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

December 30, 2022, 08:54 PM	#40
ligonierbill Senior Member Join Date: May 20, 2007 Posts: 2,478	I shoot both rounds from 22" barrels, and they do fine. You would lose a little velocity with the shorter barrel, but not enough to change the character of the round. I suggest you pick the one that works for your use. If I had to pick one, it would be the 7x57. But that's because I favor older-than-me calibers and bigger bullets.