So I bought this beauty (pic related) weeks ago for two reasons, its a Mauser and for shtf/sniper role(because I don't have enough money for a modern weapon). Good idea? Or bad? I want your opinions.
> I don't have enough money for a modern weapon
You don't have $450 for a WASR?
You get the Mauser for historical appreciation.
For SHTF role, you get a semi-automatic carbine.
>>29469998
If you can afford a Mauser, you can afford an Axis or Patriot, both of which would be better choices for use in the field.
>>29469998
>M48
>for shtf/sniper role
>2016
Unless you live in /ex-Yu/, it's a bad idea. Nothing wrong with the rifle, you just want something with better sights (iron or optical) and more easily available ammunition.
>>29469998
Good idea except for ammo. If your Mauser was a 308 it might work but for shtf you will run out of ammo unless you stockpile or reload.
I say this as someone who loves Mausers, but live in a country where they are more rare
>>29469998
i prefer Lee-Enfields to Mausers but they are perfectly capable weapons. Start shooting a lot at extended range 300 to 600 meters. With young good eyes this shouldn't be a problem. Learn your sights, how to correct for windage and moving targets. Learn how to clean, service and fix your rifle. You are at a severe disadvantage against mag fed semi autos so you better getting 1st shot hits. One easy upgrade would be glass bedding the barrel.
>>29470036
Amateur hour you don't stick your rifle out a firing slit you shoot through the slit from inside the bunker to mask you muzzle flash, noise and dust signature.
>>29470069
>Slavs
>Hiding from the enemy
>>29470069
Generally people don't pose for photographs while under fire.
>>29470016
>WASR
> $450
Pick only one.
>>29469998
>>29469998
Well there are better guns but I suppose there are much worse choices. A solid tool, definitely, but consider expanding.
So a breakdown: You did okay. A full-powered cartridge is great for medium to large game from muzzle to 600 yards. Bolt actions are ultra reliable and Mausers even more so. A bayonet adds to the versatility, giving you a pretty decent combat / hunting knife and a good all-around tool. A sling is a must and its nice you've got one. If you don't have other guns, understand this one's limitations and practice a lot. This will get you out of a sticky situation and is great for guerrilla warfare, lying in wait with one or two time-taken shots then G-ingTFO. Become comfortable with the rifle and be able to accurately hit a target at various ranges. But six rounds of slow-cycling ammo is terrible in a lot of situations.
Buy some more guns to expand your versatility. Here's my own little poorfag guide:
Pistol:
>CZ83
For like $300 you can get a decent double stack handgun in .380 ACP. Ammo is more common than 9x18 and its small enough to be concealed.
>Walther PPX
Literally for under $350 you can get a combat-style handgun in 9mm or .40, just do it.
Shotgun:
>Maverick 88
Mossberg 500 w/ crossbolt safety for $250.
>Pardner Pump
Remington 870 w/ humpback receiver for $220.
>Stevens 320
Winchester 1200 action w/ 2 barrels for $250.
Rifles:
>Armalite Eagle-15
$500 for a name-brand AR in 5.56, why not?
>Used WASR-10
$500 for a battle-proven rifle with deeper penetration.
Rimfire:
>Glenfield Model 60
No magazines to lose.
>Ruger 10/22
Parts are everywhere.
There you go OP, you did okay, now its time to start building your collection. Don't ever doubt a Mauser but never leave everything for it to do.
>>29470016
>You don't have $450 for half a WASR?
Ftfy
