help on Argentinian Mauser (made in 1909)

Johan762 · June 24, 2001, 07:15 AM

Hello all:

My friend's father just acquired an Argentinian Mauser that was made in 1909. Somebody told him that the steel is "soft" and he should get it heat treated first before firing it, otherwise, it may not be able to handle the pressure of modern ammo. I thought a 7.65 Argentine cartridge made in 2001 is the same with the one made in 1909 (pressure wise).

Any help would be appreciated.

Johannes

George Stringer · June 24, 2001, 09:03 AM

Johannes, I'd have to disagree with your father's friend. First re-heat treating actions is a last resort. There's just too good a chance that they will become brittle. Second, the 1909 Argentine is as strong as any other 98 action. These were made in Germany by DWM on contract for Argentina. George

Paul B. · June 24, 2001, 09:55 AM

Johan. I have to go along with George. My 1909 Argentine has been made into a .280 remington, and it works just fine. You shouldn't have any problem with it.
Paul B.

Johan762 · June 25, 2001, 05:51 PM

I just would like to express my gratitude to both of you, George Stringer and Paul B. Thank you for your helpfull replies.

Johannes

June 24, 2001, 07:15 AM	#1
Johan762 Senior Member Join Date: June 9, 1999 Posts: 109	help on Argentinian Mauser (made in 1909) Hello all: My friend's father just acquired an Argentinian Mauser that was made in 1909. Somebody told him that the steel is "soft" and he should get it heat treated first before firing it, otherwise, it may not be able to handle the pressure of modern ammo. I thought a 7.65 Argentine cartridge made in 2001 is the same with the one made in 1909 (pressure wise). Any help would be appreciated. Johannes

June 24, 2001, 09:55 AM	#3
Paul B. Senior Member Join Date: March 28, 1999 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 3,802	Johan. I have to go along with George. My 1909 Argentine has been made into a .280 remington, and it works just fine. You shouldn't have any problem with it. Paul B. __________________ COMPROMISE IS NOT AN OPTION!

June 24, 2001, 09:03 AM	#2
George Stringer Staff Alumnus Join Date: October 12, 1998 Location: Earlington KY Posts: 2,299	Johannes, I'd have to disagree with your father's friend. First re-heat treating actions is a last resort. There's just too good a chance that they will become brittle. Second, the 1909 Argentine is as strong as any other 98 action. These were made in Germany by DWM on contract for Argentina. George

June 25, 2001, 05:51 PM	#4
Johan762 Senior Member Join Date: June 9, 1999 Posts: 109	I just would like to express my gratitude to both of you, George Stringer and Paul B. Thank you for your helpfull replies. Johannes