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Hello, I have recently purchased a beautiful combination gun supposedly from Ferlach, Austria and said to be in a 16 guage over 7x57. The research on the proofs that I have done are not indicating that it is from Austria, but I'm very new at identifying proofs. What I've seen like crown over N, Crown over U indicate German Proofs, but I'll leave that to the experts. I also have a possible issue the caliber. Although the barrel is stamped 7. mm / 57 The rifle will not close with a 7x57 rimmed cartridge. It won't even close with a firing pin protector. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated. I'm new to this site, this is my first post and look forward to hearing from you. Thank You. MJS http://s1378.photobucket.com/user/runswithelk/library/?sort=3&page=1
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You will need to post photos of the proofs.
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It's a great combination, 16 and 7 X 57. My choice if I were to buy one. Hope you get it figured out. For elk and birds around: perfect.
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Hi Canvasback,
Thanks for the reply. Can you assist me with posting the images I have. I can't find where to upload them on the post. Thanks.
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Also, be advised that most Ferlach built drillings in 16 gauge have shorter than 70mm chambering- 70mm - 2.75"- If this is the case with your gun, you'll have to shoot 2.5" RST shells in it. Also, a drilling in 7x57 takes a different case that a 7x57 Mauser Bolt rifle-- Viel Gluck. Der Fuchs!!
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I agree with RWTFs assessment. Additionally; I would highly recommend you take it to a gunsmith that can do a chamber cast. This will allow you to measure and determine for sure the actual chambering of your rifle.
Looking forward to seeing your pictures and there are several experts here that can help you out.
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 All German as it passed thru the Zella-Mehlis proof facility in November 1919. Tube effort by WK(script) & AW & sourced from Schilling forge. Cheers, Raimey rse
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Hi, I have uploaded some photos to photobucket. The link should be at the bottom of this post. Please bear with me as I muddle through my first experience with the site. Looking forward to hearing from you. MJS http://s1378.photobucket.com/user/runswithelk/library/?sort=3&page=1[/img]
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Can you post an image of load data on the side of the tube as well as the scattergun marks?
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Thanks Raimey! Cheers to you as well.
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