While I like the design & appearance of the new Zephyr II it certainly does not compare to the original Steyr Zephyr Mannlicher in craftsmanship. Maybe this one has exceptional wood compared to most, however I believe most of them "on average" had much better wood than we see occasionally see today.
That's not to say the Zephyr II is not a good rifle.
Those Mannlicher-style Steyrs are truly elegant. I am somewhat interested in the new Zephyr, but having a hard time with all the swoops carved into the stock. I might be interested in one should a nice after-market stock become available. I guess I'm just too traditional.
Those Mannlicher-style Steyrs are truly elegant. I am somewhat interested in the new Zephyr, but having a hard time with all the swoops carved into the stock. I might be interested in one should a nice after-market stock become available. I guess I'm just too traditional.
I do own one of the original Steyr Zephyr's w/ set triggers and LOVE it! It's the only one I have ever seen. Just a beautiful little rimfire rifle!
I agree with you regarding a Dakota Model 10 in any rimfire caliber - that would be sweet..! Years ago I handled one for sale in .250/3000 and while not cheap, it was outstanding.
In the photo of your Steyr Zephyr w/ the set triggers and matte finish Leupold scope, do you know what brand of rings you have on it?
The reason I ask is that I have the same set on my Zephyr, but w/ a different scope. The rings I think, may be the same age as the rifle..? They came w/ my rifle and I have NO idea who made them. A company in Austria, perhaps/
There's one on GI for $2,950. Not in as good a shape as some you fellas have displayed. Another one for $2,650 and the stock is in worse shape but the metal looks good.
Thank you, GMD, for the update. They keep going up, don't they..? You have a beauty there! I hope you're doing well there now?
Don,
I appreciate your help. I had no idea who made the old scope rings! I'll have to go back and check out some old Shooter's Bibles now - (notice I said "OLD"...)! I will do some Googling also, as you suggested. This set was the first ones I had ever seen.
bowwild,
I have NO intention of buying another Steyr Zephyr, but it sure is fun to look at them!
Thank you for your responses, gentlemen! This has been a fun thread to be in on.
I got mine a week or two ago. Just mounted the scope: Leupold VX Freedom Rimfire 3-9x40 on Warne 721M rings. It's leveled, bolt clears, eye relief ok, and the finish of the Warne matte rings looks fine. Also put on the DIP, Inc. trigger guard.
Can't wait to get it out and sighted in.
I'm new here. Hope everyone is doing well.
Update: confirmed these are the exact same magazines, $31.49 ea from Midway USA
I have two questions. I have owned an original Zephyr for about 5 years. Although the open sights are fine for me I would like to add a RF fixed scope. I can't find any Kesselring mounts and have been looking for years. Any other modern solutions that might be out there?
Also believe that my firing spring is a bit weak. Any ideas on who to contact about this? Wolf Spring possible? Thanks for any help.
Justin
Hi Sakogun1, I’ve used Burris 1” Tikka T3 Medium ring mounts on my Zephyr 1 standard stock. I’m very pleased with the fit and shape of these and they allow the fitting of a 44mm AO scope - I don’t have a rear sight though. The Burris rings are narrow enough to fit in the front dovetail. Ive added two photos with different scopes. I’ve also had a new firing pin spring made by a spring maker here in New Zealand. I did talk to Wolf Springs however the postage is expensive and red tape to import is a nightmare. There is another chat where georgejr has added the spring specs: Original Zephyr Mainsprings . Cheers and good luck
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