Why am I craving a CZ 550 FS Mannlicher 9.3x62

[orchemo]

I have always like the looks of the Mannlicher stock. For some reason, I have been reading about the 9.3x62 and thought this rifle and caliber would be a cool combo.

Do I need - NO

Do I think it would be COOL - Heck yes.

Anyone have one?

 

[Anonymous]

A good friend of mine has one. What a jewel of a rifle..,

9.3x62 is a mean moose gun to boot.

 

[Thebear_78]

Classy rifle in a classy cartridge!

The 9.3x62, American translation 36 whelen improved, is an excellent moose/bear round. When paired with the 286gr Partition the ample power, moderate recoil, and outstanding terminal performance make it about perfect for moderate range big game.

I don't think you would go wrong with one.

 

[DrMike]

I had a CZ 550 FS Mannlicher in .30-06, and I thought it was cool. A 9.3X62 would only add to the cool factor. I just think they are handsome.

 

[nvbroncrider]

Or a 250AB at 2750 it's just the next step up from the Whelen!!

 

[pre6422hornet]

CZ makes an awfully nice rifle. I have handled quite a few since they are from KC all the stores here have them. I have never seen a Mannlicher in 9.3, but now I will have to keep my eyes open.

 

[Oldtrader3]

I have a No. One 9.3x74R which although a longer case with lower pressure, is the twin of the 9.3x62. I get 2550 fps with the 250 grain Nosler AccuBond and 2400 with the Nosler 286 gr Partition. Think of the .375 H&H with a 270 gr Partition @ 2550 and you get an idea of power. There is only .009 inches bore difference between them.

 

[Blkram]

Because you have excellent taste in a fine firearm, chambered in a classic cartridge that just makes most of us drool!!!!

Now if they would just make it left handed!!!

Oh well...will have to get the LH Sako 85 Bavarian in the 9.3x 62!!! Can always get a mannlicher stock for it! Now we're talking!!!

 

[Oldtrader3]

That in a full stocked Sako would be a classy rifle!

 

[BK]

Because it's a cool rifle, and a new toy to play with, and would be dandy for chasing elk in the Coast Range...

 

[Oldtrader3]

Kurt, the Sako would be a great rifle for that task with the elk.

 

[BK]

Whoa, Sako or CZ?

 

[orchemo]

Who is buying me the Sako 85 Bavarian? I just need to know where to send the bill?

Thanks, what a great forum this is !!!

 

[Blkram]

So sorry! Did not mean to get your hopes up! LOL

I was just dreaming out loud there!!! But that is definitely on my list of upcoming rifles!

I definitely should have said "I will just have to get a LH Sako 85 Bavarian in 9.3 x 62!!! I can always get a mannlicher stock for it."

 

[JD338]

The 9.3x62 is an impressive round and would be a great match with a CZ550.
This would be very high in the cool factor category.

JD338

 

[SJB358]

Very cool rifle. Hope you cave. Love to see more 9.3 blasters around here. They seem to really put down some awesome numbers for an 06 sized case chucking a big pill.

 

[Oldtrader3]

I had a 6.5x55 in the Mannlicher stocked CZ 550. My son has it now but it shot really well and held at about 1 MOA with 129 gr Nosler bullets. My son is never going to sell that rifle!