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Old April 17, 2009, 10:11 AM   #7
Mike Irwin
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Join Date: April 13, 2000
Location: Northern Virginia
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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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