I.D. caliber of rifle
I bought an old rifle and the owner only said he "thought" it was a 6.5 There is no caliber marking on it. right behind front sight there are 3 markings 1-MBT 2-MB636 3-1930 Any Ideas out there ?
Thanks, Bob
Thanks, Bob
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Do an image search for 6.5 rifle. Or post a picture. Both would be best. 0 -
There is a world of difference between caliber (bore) and chamber( cartridge it is chambered for).
The only safe way is to have a chamber cast done.0 -
Show close clear pictures and somebody might be able to tell you the original caliber. Rebores and rebarrels to different calibers are possible, but let us see what you have. 0 -
What the gents right up there ^^^ have already said. There is also MORE than one 6.5 cartridge. When in doubt have a smith do a chamber casting with Cerro-Safe. 0 -
Maybe a semi auto like this one?
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MTB_19250 -
Have a chamber cast done. By a knowledgeable gunsmith. Only way you will know for sure, what cartridge the rifle is chambered for. Anything else is just speculation. That might cause serious injury, or fatality. 0 -
Please post a pic or 2 when time permits?
Have to agree w/ Charlie here, it could be a rare prototype in caliber 6.5x52mm Carcano:
http://www.forgottenweapons.com/rifles/prototype-italian-mtb-1925-rifle/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n9qes2f6NmI0
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