The Interarms Mark X is one of the most under appreciated Mauser 98-style rifles ever made. The Mark X was built originally built in Manchester, England with production later switching to Yugoslavia. This example is one of the Manchester rifles and is marked as such on the left side of the receiver, just in front of the bolt release. On the right hand side of the receiver, just ahead of the bolt handle, is the number “1275” which indicates the month and year of production, in this case, December of 1975. An Express Model, this rifle is chambered for the legendary 458 Winchester Magnum round. The 458 Win Mag was originally introduced back in 1956 in the famous Winchester Model 70, which is also a Mauser 98-based design. The 458 became one of the most widely used dangerous came cartridges in the world, seeing use in both Africa and North America. Some ammunition experts consider the 458 to be overkill for North American game, but it can be argued that overkill is far better to have than not enough. This rifle is fitted with the Leopold 3.5x10x40 scope, a perfect fit for this rifle. The 458 was intended to be used at relatively short ranges in the same fashion as the old English double rifles (aka elephant guns), not as a long range sniper cartridge. It can still be fired to relatively long distances, hence the drill and tapped receiver. The rifle is in great shape for its age and is retains virtually all of its bluing. There are some minor scratches on the stock as shown in the pics.. The stock is a Monte Carlo type with checkering, black fore tip, white line spacers, pistol grip cap, ventilated recoil pad, sling swivel studs for a sling, and most importantly, a recoil lug. The recoil lug prevents the stock from cracking over time due to recoil and is a common sight on rifle stocks used for guns chambered in magnum rounds.
This is a rifle you have to see and feel to appreciate. I'll meet you in person to check it out. I only accept cash; do deals in person; and require a Bill of Sale. Pictures to follow shortly,
This is a rifle you have to see and feel to appreciate. I'll meet you in person to check it out. I only accept cash; do deals in person; and require a Bill of Sale. Pictures to follow shortly,
