Jan 24, 2022 · The Viking models were assembled from parts made by several companies. Evidently, the actions were made in Italy by Metal Mecanica Stocceta (I probably have the spelling incorrect here). The “Standard” Viking rifle was assembled by Zoli, whereas the “Lux” model was assembled in Sweden, with a Danish-made stock and Mannlicher barrel.

Nov 21, 2008 · Gunlicenses were introduced in Sweden in 1918. Before that everything was free. Those who had a gun in 1918 were required to register it but of course many gun owners refused to do so. That is the reason that you still find lots of unregistered pre-1918 made guns in Sweden.

Sep 10, 2007 · Oh no, I meant to post about this gun! It is a current Italian copy of the 1900 sold under the Husqvarna name in Sweden. It really isn't Swedish at all. Husqvarna made 1900's are only in the serial number range from 350,000 to about 381,000 when FFV bought the gun works. FFV/Carl Gustaf guns are in the range from 381,000 to about 652,000.

Jan 1, 2025 · The forum that covers all your questions on the fine military arms of Sweden. This board is run by two well known and respected collectors, Anders and The Dutchman.

Dec 7, 2010 · Surprisingly, the reason given for ending the 1900 series rifles was that FFV could not make a profit off of them, although Husqvarna did not have that problem. It was also in the 1975-77 period that FFV began building the Carl Gustaf 3000 rifles which used the German made Sauer 80 action, stocks made in Italy, and barrels made by FFV in Sweden.

Jun 20, 2010 · In Sweden I remember seeing a full auto Carl Gustav SMG hanging from the back of an old office chair in a relative's basement. When I asked about it I was told that it was an issue weapon. The man of the house was a member of the Home Guard, which practices guerrilla warfare tactics on the local level.

Oct 21, 2024 · The relationship of Norway and Sweden during Husqvarna's manufacturing of the 1887 revolver was unusual and more complicated than we can probably put in a post. Being so long ago, and the complicated relationship between the 2 countries, may have lead to uncommon actions in their military relationship as well.

Feb 4, 2019 · Here is one example of a recent import from Sweden: VAPEN-DEPOTEN FALUN conversion of a Swedish Mauser Barrel marked 7.62X63 (30-06) With NORMA adjustable peep sight 25.5 inch barrel with excellent bore CG63 target rifle trigger

Aug 14, 2008 · on the receiver FFV- Husqvarna Sweden; On the stock foreend, pistol grip and butt end the are the Husqvarna white rings and the butt plate has the Husqvarna Crown and the pistol grip end plate is marked with Carl Gustaf; This rifle is in mint condition and has a very dark heavy grained stock with chin rest. I would appreciate any help.

Mar 4, 2008 · I know there are a few Swedes here. I'm probably visiting Uppsala a couple of time this year. Is gun control quite strict for foreigners or is it quite easy to buy a rifle for export? Importing guns to Canada is generally easy as long as the nation doesn't have strong export controls. (USA...