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<blockquote data-quote="Mysticplayer" data-source="post: 53035" data-attributes="member: 8947"><p>Jim, I have a converted Parker Hale Midland and it works very well. I have a used match barrel rechambered to 30 Gibbs and this rig will shoot 1/3 MOA or better using Hornady SST 165gr bullets. I feed from the mag usually as the Mauser type extractor doesn't like to push feed.</p><p></p><p>Not sure which model you have, if this is just a sporterised Mauser or commercial action. Either way, any quality gunsmith will be able to work on it since the install is the same as a Mauser. </p><p></p><p>Keep headspace as close to zero as possible. Ensure that the lugs have at least 60% contact on both sides - they should. Don't worry that the bolt handle wobbles during cycling. What matters is that the lock up is consistent and tight.</p><p></p><p>I would suggest you stick with cartridges based on the '06 case. Easier to work and then you have a repeater. Performance can be as high as the Short Magnums by using wildcats like the Gibbs and a longer barrel. The 6.5-06 reg is equal to the 6.5-284 with regards to performance and hunting accuracy. The improved versions are faster.</p><p></p><p>I am guessing that this action comes with a single stage "commerical" trigger. Adjust to the lightest, crisp, safe trigger you can. Mine is under 2lbs. If still military, I would look for a new trigger.</p><p></p><p>Jerry</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Mysticplayer, post: 53035, member: 8947"] Jim, I have a converted Parker Hale Midland and it works very well. I have a used match barrel rechambered to 30 Gibbs and this rig will shoot 1/3 MOA or better using Hornady SST 165gr bullets. I feed from the mag usually as the Mauser type extractor doesn't like to push feed. Not sure which model you have, if this is just a sporterised Mauser or commercial action. Either way, any quality gunsmith will be able to work on it since the install is the same as a Mauser. Keep headspace as close to zero as possible. Ensure that the lugs have at least 60% contact on both sides - they should. Don't worry that the bolt handle wobbles during cycling. What matters is that the lock up is consistent and tight. I would suggest you stick with cartridges based on the '06 case. Easier to work and then you have a repeater. Performance can be as high as the Short Magnums by using wildcats like the Gibbs and a longer barrel. The 6.5-06 reg is equal to the 6.5-284 with regards to performance and hunting accuracy. The improved versions are faster. I am guessing that this action comes with a single stage "commerical" trigger. Adjust to the lightest, crisp, safe trigger you can. Mine is under 2lbs. If still military, I would look for a new trigger. Jerry [/QUOTE]
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