Thread: What 308 to buy

Maybe a Mauser M18 cut down to 16”? That will cost you well under $2k.

Originally Posted by Krameranzac

Maybe a Mauser M18 cut down to 16”? That will cost you well under $2k.

I paid $1k for one with Talleys included and have left the barrel at the standard 22" for now, really like it as its nice to shoot.

Originally Posted by Krameranzac

Maybe a Mauser M18 cut down to 16”? That will cost you well under $2k.

I paid $1k for one with Talleys included and have left the barrel at the standard 22" for now, really like it as its nice to shoot. Oh I much prefer the detachable mag it sits totally flush when you remove it your ammo doesn't get dumped on the ground, but that's just my opinion others may differ

Originally Posted by Happy Jack

I paid $1k for one with Talleys included and have left the barrel at the standard 22" for now, really like it as its nice to shoot. Oh I much prefer the detachable mag it sits totally flush when you remove it your ammo doesn't get dumped on the ground, but that's just my opinion others may differ

When I was young about 4 years ago I had a M18 in 6.5PRC that I cut to 20". Apart from being at the top end of "sporter" weight I cant recall a single fault. It was factory cerecoated and that was nice. Trigger exceptional. Action and loading smooth. Shot beautifully.
Cant get carbon stocks for them which is a shame (for weight) but the factory stock has a good shape and nice feel to it.
Sold it 'cos if you have a 6.5 swede (or any 6.5) you dont need a 6.5prc. M18 would be great value in 308 with a shorter barrel.