Of German origin and common in Europe, the 8x57 Mauser isn’t a popular cartridge in the USA. Curiously though, it shares the same rim diameter/bolt face of our beloved 30-06, along with performance characteristics not too far off. Tune in to hear Mark Boardman and Ryan Muckenhirn talk through its history, multiple iterations, bore diameter(s) and more.

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