Clever Double Barrel Sporting Rifle

Published on December 2, 2014
Duration: 7:26

This unique German sporting rifle combines a 7x57 Mauser barrel with an underbarrel .22 LR breech, operated by a separate bolt and cocking lever. It features a Mauser 98 action and a 4x Zeiss scope on double claw mounts. The design allows hunters to engage both medium and small game with a single, versatile firearm.

Quick Summary

This unique German sporting rifle combines a 7x57 Mauser barrel with an underbarrel .22 LR breech, operated by a separate bolt and cocking lever. It features a Mauser 98 action and a 4x Zeiss scope on double claw mounts, allowing hunters to engage both medium and small game with a single firearm.

Chapters

  1. 00:20Introduction: Unique Mauser Sporter
  2. 01:00Rifle Configuration: 7x57 & .22 LR Barrels
  3. 02:30Manufacturer: Christoph Funk, Suhl & Mauser Action
  4. 03:18.22 Barrel Operation Explained
  5. 04:28Firing Mechanism: Double Trigger & Cocking Lever
  6. 06:06Utility: Dual Game Hunting Rifle

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this German sporting rifle unique?

This rifle is unique because it combines two distinct barrels and calibers into one firearm. It features a primary 7x57 Mauser barrel and a secondary underbarrel chambered in .22 Long Rifle, operated by separate mechanisms.

How does the dual-caliber system work on this rifle?

The rifle uses a clever system with a separate bolt and cocking lever for the .22 LR barrel, located under the main 7x57 Mauser barrel. A double trigger setup fires the respective barrels.

Who manufactured this specific sporting rifle?

The barrel is marked 'Christoph Funk, Suhl,' indicating it was crafted by a renowned gunsmith from Suhl, Germany, a historically significant center for firearms manufacturing.

What is the practical hunting application of this rifle?

This rifle is designed for versatility, allowing a hunter to carry one lightweight firearm capable of taking down medium game like deer or hog with the 7x57 barrel, and small game like rabbits or squirrels with the .22 LR barrel.

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