Even though I love the darned thing dearly, I simply won't shoot a C96 Mauser anymore.
I've heard one to many stories about cracked bolts to feel comfortable shooting one.
If the bolt shears, it's coming straight back into your face.
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"The gift which I am sending you is called a dog, and is in fact the most precious and valuable possession of mankind" -Theodorus Gaza
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