Scope reccomendations for M48

[MattMaier]

Out of the three bolt action rifles I own, by far my Yugoslavian Mauser is the most accurate. I want to scope it and use it as a hunting rifle, but I don't want to do anything too drastic to the receiver. Anyone know of any good scout scope mounts that will fit on these rifles?

 

[jbett98]

Try looking at the "Brass Stacker Anchor Point Series Mauser Scout Scope Mount" systems.
They have a YouTube video that shows an installation that does not alter your firearm.
The only drawback with this system is that it is for a scout scope or long eye relief optics..

 

[Horses are delicious]

S+K make some nice scout mounts that I've used in the past. B Square is another name I keep hearing tossed around as well. The S+K I know is a no-drill system and uses your original setup. LER scopes are certainly a drawback but "Better" than iron sights for some of us. LER scopes are not TOO hard to find but I could never find one of even moderate quality for less than $250-$300. I wanted to try the Leatherwood Hi-Lux but never got around to it.

 

[MattMaier]

Wow, It sounds like this is going to cost me about as much as I paid for the gun to begin with. I am a machinist though, so perhaps I can drill and tap myself. I know that the M48 action is shorter overall than the K98 action it was based on, so I don't know if standard Mauser scope mounts would work with it. Suggestions?

 

[Horses are delicious]

I used a Leupold one piece for Mauser. It will tell you where to drill if you choose to do so. Keep in mind that the military steel will be a lot harder than you might expect. Rich's Gun Shop in Donald did the job for me and I could not be happier. Went to a Redfield Revolution 3x9 and never looked back.

 

[MattMaier]

I just found a website that sells original equipment from Zastava. But I'll take a look at the Leupold as well. If the price is right I may go for that. I'd love to know where to drill. I've worked with hard materials before, it's just a matter of using the right speed and a good amount of cutting oil.