Steyr Mannlicher ULTRA LIGHT: Unique or WEIRD?

[@JohnDavidHays]

Mike, you never pick up a rifle without me ending up with buyer's obsession. Thanks for running my favorite KZbin channel.

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Thank you John - your words encourage. All the best to you.

[@toddkern333]

I totally agree with Mr. Hays. I’ve all ways been a shotgun guy but since I’ve been watching your channel I’ve become obsessed with getting some rifles. I do have a ruger m77 7mm mag I that I bought in 82 that is as new. I like the steyers and Sakos, but I’m fascinated by the single shot rifles as well. Do you hunt with those? Thanks for your work.

[@toddkern333]

Sorry gents Steyr

[@huhu8047]

​@UnitedStatesOfGuns what was the name, make or model of that scope mount?

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

@@toddkern333 Hello! Yes indeed; the single shots are often my hunting rifles. BTW good choice. And thanks for being on the channel. Have a Merry Christmas!

[@derekedgley5074]

Here in Scotland don’t see .222 very often these days. Last one I had was a French made Gevarm which I sadly sold about 6 years ago. It had open sights on a heavy weight almost varmint weight 22” barrel Leupold scope fitted and was extremely accurate. I also had a Mauser 66 with open sights in 7x64 Sharpe and Hart with scope fitted and foolishly also parted with it. Of course here in U.K. we’re somewhat limited to the amount of firearms one is permitted to hold.

[@dvrn86]

Does Scotland have a limit to firearms you can own? I haven't heard of any limits here in NI as long as you've a reason for ownership. Target shooting being a good enough reason. Wait times are a pain in the arse though.

[@robertodebeers2551]

A ranch near our old place in Montana had two Mannlicher 6.5mm rifles with set triggers and butter knife bold handles hanging in some old deer antlers in the mudroom off the kitchen. I was so fascinated with them when I was a boy. Wood out to the end of the barrels and that overall sleek design. I imprinted on that look and still think it's just a wonderful look for a deer rifle.

[@michaelfitzell2741]

I agree with you about the accuracy 0f the .222 Remington. I have a Zastava Mini-Mauser in that caliber---it is a tack driver!

[@Jamesmartens55]

Everything about this rifle is interesting, the grooves receiver that doubles as a single mount base, fluted barrel and quite a large “pot belly” stock. Very beautiful rifle and the engineering and design is something that intrigues. Coupled with a fantastic optic, this setup makes my wallet weep.

[@AntonGudenus]

For quickly transitioning optics between guns, I'd advise looking into "Dentler" mounting plates. They are really well built and designed. And using their "vario" base mount model, you can even switch optics between rifles without re-zeroing (because the base itself can be zeroed).

[@rapalaron6348]

I,m always looking forward to your videos. Great rifle and great caliber. I own two rifles in .222cal, a Krighoff and a Husqvarna/Krico mod. 600 and both are very accurate rifles. In fact the .222 is a better hunting cartridge than the 223. because of it,s better accuracy. Cheers!

[@TBoneBrodie]

I enjoy your videos also. Very informative and I have learned a great deal. Thank you.

[@stevelemmen7048]

222 is my favorite all time cartridge. Very accurate!

[@mdirtydogg]

Thank you for another interesting video. I have never come across this model. The receiver is, as you pointed out, probably the longest that I have ever seen.

[@jamessnodgrass7360]

Steyr and Anschutz have always amazed me with their quality and accuracy and innovation. Very nice and informative video. Thank you for sharing it's uniquess with every one.

[@timvest8141]

Nice looking rifle. I don't own a .222 but I've always wanted one.

[@tbjtbj4786]

Oh man I am glad to see this I did that years ago with a 4x32 short weaver scope on ar's with the old weaver style big head screw. Using one ring and mount got some comments and some looks from other shooters. It worked and that was all I carried about.

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Hi Tbj - You're ahead of the curve - no need for most of the heavy hardware for scopes - unless one is routinely rolling down hills etc... which is fine. I like the one ring solution - and no scope binding.

[@graemewhalen40]

Always such a pleasure when you post.

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Thank you!

[@georgelewis7154]

A very nice and interesting rifle. I seldom see anything chambered in .222 anymore. I used a similar single ring to mount an Aimpoint 9000L (7.9 inches long) on a rifle. While not as long as your scope, it still looked unconventional compared to a 2-ring mounting system, but it was certainly more than adequate for my needs.

[@yangjackson5491]

Great stuff…. Your channel is one of my absolute favorites. Please keep em coming!

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Thank you yang jackson - glad you're here : )

[@huhu8047]

​@@UnitedStatesOfGunswhat was the name, make or model of that scope mount?

[@EDROWLAND-oz8bj]

Appreciate your videos you're to the point and don't act like you know everything and you show beautiful guns . Better than most.

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Your kind words mean a lot to me.

[@joeltowle2737]

Absolutely love it all! The rifle, the caliber, and the mount!

[@JUDGERAMBO]

That scope mount is cool.

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

I'm really happy with it - take care J

[@edwardabrams4972]

Steyr are amazing rifles! Thanks for showing what’s my next rifle! I have been trying to decide what to get next. I have pre64’s, Sako’s and husqvarna’s along with some Westherbys but have never owned a Steyr! Great video!

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Hi Edward - Hope you get a Steyr - and doesn't have to be this model - any Steyr is the beginning of a beautiful friendship.

[@jamesdavidsmith4033]

Very nice. Really like the scope mount.

[@sgtmajtrapp3391]

I owned a Steyr Mannlicher 9.3x62 very accurate rifle. This was supposedly a professional model but had blue, not matt barrel and receiver in the plastic stock.

[@manuelcanhasevinatedesousa5413]

Hello! I’m from Portugal and a big fan of the channel! Just stopped by to share that I’ve just bought a 2nd hand steyr mannlicher ultra light in 7mm08! Seems to be a great rifle, as soon has I bring it home, I’ll try it and report the performance! I’ve seen it, seems to be in good condition!

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Congrats on that find - extremely rare over here; my .222 is so accurate it is hard to believe. Thanks for the note and I look forward to hearing how the shooting goes. Happy Easter in beautiful Portugal!

[@paulsimmons5726]

Great video, thanks for sharing!

[@hockeytownluv2012]

Man I was assuming it was a rotary magazine until you pulled it out and showed us. that magazine is interesting and it's kind of neat. I bet the feeding is really reliable. Nice rifle as usual 👍

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

You're right - very slick feeding and an altogether superb rifle.

[@jensenwilliam5434]

Enjoy your gun review!!! And I thank you Mike!!!

[@mtkoslowski]

I have a couple of quality Austrian rifles: Steyr Mannlicher SSG PII , .308 Win with 3.5 - 15 x 56mm Nightforce Mannlicher Schoenauer MCA 30-06 with Leupold glass Austria makes some quality firearms.

[@lundysden6781]

Thats a great looking rifle! Nice scope work up too.

[@troutman1115]

Great video I have a model m in 30-06 I love it shoots great my go to all around hunting rifle

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Superb - great rifle and the '06 still rules.

[@garyK.45ACP]

Thanks for covering so many great rifles, Mike! Nothing against "modern rifles" (I own those too) but good grief, how many videos can we have on basically the same thing?!?!? The rifles you cover have personalities. So much more variety and chamberings. They're just so much more interesting. 👍

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Much appreciated comment! I try : )

[@narva8474]

Great video Mike! I have a Mannlicher Sm12, the rifle is probably not very unique but it is an amazing rifle.

[@oncall21]

The perfect walk about fox whistling rifle. The stock has some 'Sako Bavarian' resemblance to it due to it's heritage. As always thanks for sharing Mike!

[@apparmspa1045]

I agree with hard to find . I have been trying to find one of these in .308win for a few years now. Did not know the model was manufactured in .222 rem . Great video thank you

[@ingowalkerling5141]

In my opinion the Steyr-Mannlicher receiver is the most stylish one. The very first version differs in some points to the actual one. It has six locking lugs, which locks in the REAR bridge and has a circular polycarbonate magazine with a 5-cartridge capacity. The stock was a lot broader to take this magazine type, which was chosen in honor of the former Mannlicher fixed rotary magazine. The locking system has some flaws, which originated from the rear position placement and the individual small size of the 6 lugs. With heavier cartridges the bolt tends to block after the shot and so Steyr changed the system to the current more traditional position. Regardless this alterations it is a beautiful system with smooth design lines. But I still regret, that all european manufacturers went the way to short barrels, which is a dead end road in favour to cartridge development. Many greetings from Germany!

[@mogulrider]

Aw crap Mike. You just wrecked my search for one. Every gun nerd is scrambling now to buy one. If manufacturers ever got you to promote a rifle they would sell every one they had. LOL. I got one in 243 last week. What a great rifle. I hope you are feeling well. Best wishes to you and your family

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Thanks for the note! You're one of the very few to find one and .243 is a unicorn - congrats! All the best to you and yours as well - and your kind words are always much appreciated.

[@tonnywildweasel8138]

Always amazing to see these unique, beautiful, high craftsmanship rifles on your channel 👍

[@woutergijs5246]

Very nice Steyr. Due to circumstances I have only 1 Steyr : a Steyr Mannlicher UIT match in 308, single shot. With the very strange stock. Dovetail cut for scope, front bridge for front sight in case of 300 m competition shooting. Underneath the in built UIT rail. A match rifle. Love it

[@pseudopetrus]

222, is very famous for accuracy with the older generation!

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

You bet - a phenomenal cartridge

[@bradwalsh9122]

Great video as usual. Keep them coming

[@martincarswell5265]

Hi Mike, I think I figured it out. This rifle is basically a wood stock version of the Scout. The ultralight, scout and Elite share a manual on the Steyr website. And I looked at disassembly videos of the scout and it has the same wedding band fluted barrel. The scout also has a huge long aluminium receiver that goes over the barrel, just with extra parts and a different shape. There’s one in 243W for sale near me and I’m debating whether to buy it. It’s nearly twice the price of a scout rifle.

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

This is great research! Thank you! I always wondered where this design came from and why they made it! Now I know! Very much appreciated!

[@Gunners_Mate_Guns]

Mike is a connoiseur of fine guns, especially rifles.

[@kdm6287]

Great video well done

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Thank you KDM

[@johnstewart9745]

been in INDIA for a while so missed some videos, will watch them all thank you. 🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Welcome back!

[@derkarhu5079]

you're unlike some other channel owners, who never really admit that they are not world-class marksmen. ;-)

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Thank you Der Karhu - I am as I am : )

[@chrishoyt7548]

Steyr, what a beauty eh? Thanks for another great vid. More European reviews please. Chris from the Canadian prairies.

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Hi Chris - Thanks and will do. All the best to you on the prairies : )

[@kazimierzspaczynski7401]

Thank You Sir.

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

You're most welcome.

[@Fr8dawg64]

Thanks for another great video and showing us unusual firearms. What is your take on the difference between cocking on opening or on closing the bolt why and what do you like better. Thanks

[@bradclem6226]

Buddy of mine bought a 308 and he said it’s kicks like a mule and it only shoots the Nosler brand the best and it’s one of the highest brands ammo u can buy. He will hang on to it, it’s a Steyr.💰

[@kdm6287]

Take a look at the Meopta scopes. If u don't have one already. Worth a look.

[@yeahbee8237]

Their fixed magnification are great for the price

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Will do - thanks for the tip

[@williamstuart9812]

Another neat rifle Mike

[@jameskappel]

WoW, that would be an enjoyable rifle and caliber. Fun shooter 👌👌

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Hi James - One of the best I've ever owned. Steyr rifles are remarkable.

[@rickbattle5706]

Nice rifle. I am going to do a search and see what I can find. 🙂

[@neighborscomplaint6859]

Hello Mike! I picked up a 1959 MCA Steyr-Mannlicher Schoenauer- Daimler Puch (still room on the barrel for a couple more company names lol) in .243 that is a terrific rifle. That said, my thirst is not yet sated without a Steyr Mannlicher with the hammer faceted "twist" barrel. I found a beautiful Model L with what the seller refers to as a rare "sliver stock". It is a sporter stock original to the rifle that has a narrow, streamlined fore-end (not Mannlicher full stock) with a wedge-shaped rosewood cap. Viewed in profile, the fore-end tapers from full height to a point at the tip like a wedge. It has a rosewood tip and white spacer and the corners are rounded over slightly. I haven't found any references to this style stock anywhere and wonder how rare or unusual guns with that style stock are and how it affects the value.

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Great purchase! Sorry I never heard of the silver stock. If it looks factory - maybe worth buying. All the best.

[@neighborscomplaint6859]

@@UnitedStatesOfGuns Thanks Mike! I uploaded a short vid of some pics of the "sliver stock" (as the seller calls it) Steyr Mannlicher Model L and sent an invite link to you. I know you're a busy guy but if you have the time, it's really an interesting rifle and a very sleek looking stock. However, it almost appears that the stock was refinished as the checkering is quite shallow as if sanded by someone who didn't know better. I guess it could be flat, European-style checkering but to my eyes, even the panel borders look a bit vague as if sanded. By comparison, my 1956 MCA has sharp, pointed checkering. You know much more than I do about these guns so any input is appreciated as I am seriously thinking of purchasing it especially since it is in .243 (same as my MCA) which is my preferred caliber. Also, keep the great videos coming. Love those European rifles and your commentary.

[@flugschulerfluglehrer]

Greetings from Austria 🇦🇹

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Thank you! All the best to you!

[@kazimierzspaczynski7401]

I like Steyr Manlicher. Thank You Sir.

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Such fine rifles!

[@mdub1955]

My son runs a Savage Model 10 Ashbury for longer range work. I run a significantly more expensive rig from a different manufacturer. We have each run both and I wouldn't want to live on the difference. Savage clearly has honed their skills through the years and produces fine rifles.

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Thank you for the words of direct experience Marc. I agree - one can spend vastly more money and have about the same results as Savage delivers. Thanks for being on the channel and taking the time to write. God Bless.

[@mdub1955]

@@UnitedStatesOfGuns Mike, I thoroughly enjoy your channel. Not only for what you do, but perhaps more importantly, how you do it. Being a modest collector, I learn a fair amount from your presentations and have purchased based upon your experience. Cheers... and, may God bless you and yours as well.

[@marcelpop8342]

buna descrierea . am aceasta arma din decembrie 2019 si este in calibrul 223 R . usoara si precisa . o jucarie periculoasa pentru vulpi

[@bradclem6226]

In America we call it the triple deuce. The 223 pushed it out there was a 222 magnum and that was identical to the 223.ammo isn’t easy to pick up. U can always find it but u got to look for it not a popular rd.5.56 squashed it.

[@yeahbee8237]

The mount would look better on the bottom part of the rail imo. And turn it around to avoid the big knob?

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Hi YB - Good to hear from you! I'll try that - good idea. I mainly copied my old British rifle which had the forward ring. I can switch the mount around too - which would mean easy left hand access. All the best.

[@PhilHewkin]

UNOBTANIUM= good description. Way out of my range of affordability. A buddy picked up an older one, the floor plate release was very clever, a spring release and pivoting plate. fit & finish was excellent. His had a shot out barrel, so he got it rebarrelled in 280 rem.

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Great rebarrel caliber - one of the best - as I'm sure you know.

[@PhilHewkin]

@@UnitedStatesOfGuns A nother guy I knew 15 yrs ago destroyed his STEYR with his own home gunsmithing. Was an ultralight stainless/synthetic 16 inch barrelled 30;06. Shot well before bubba got his mitts on it!

[@scottthorning3963]

I've got a steyr m95 in 243, its very accurate too !

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

That's an ideal cartridge for that action

[@Invictus2189]

This rifle kinda looks like a Steyr Scout .223 without the top rail and with wooden furniture. In a matter of fact, the user's manunal that came with my scout .223 is the same for the scout, elite and ultra light.

[@KingLoopie1]

Swarovski will spoil you... I haven't found anything clearer for the money than their z series (if you just need a 1 inch tube fit an older rifle) 👍

[@matthewdeepblue]

Rangoon oil, I'd love to have you show us how to make it. You mentioned it once.

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

I'm trying to bottle and sell some USOG blend soon

[@yeahbee8237]

Why is the reciever so long? Does they aluminium need more to secure the barrel? I know some sauers and such swithbarrels have had some issues with aluminium...

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Hi again YB - Probably rigidity and good for mounts etc... the rest I'm not sure about. I'll study it more one of these days. Anyway it wasn't very popular but is quite interesting.

[@petrotmyrcz308]

Beautifully made rifle, but that long receiver is an acquired taste. Still, I'd like to terrorize some woodchucks all day with it. Thanks for the video, very interesting.

[@tunnelrabbit2625]

I'd like that in .300 Savage please.

[@gitwindoixphog613]

Who manufactures that scope mount? It looks very useful.

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

It's a USOG creation

[@chriscunnane7596]

what is the current COST???????????

[@Strutingeagle]

Thems Man Licker guns look goofy as hell to my eye but it is a quality piece. That receiver must add rigidity and accommodate different scope lengths better.

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

I know what you mean : ) Yet somehow ...fantastic. Cheers

[@gennerobootz6490]

Does that gun come in a 3006 ?

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

I think it did but not certain; I can't find any regardless of cal

[@MTMind69]

BoBro mounts should retain a close zero.

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Thx!

[@robertdancho9671]

Good good and good.

[@kristinejackson8268]

Do you live in canada

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Yes - great country and a great people

[@grassroot011]

So not even the material is of Unobtainium, the rifle it's self is too, Ja?

[@dominicohea5624]

Never saw one of those. In Ireland. Or. Eastern. Europe.

[@medbill]

You continue to cost me money...lol

[@jensenwilliam5434]

You only live once! A Buy it if you can!

[@michealfoster2671]

Who made the scope mount? Mick

[@teokastelan2930]

Yeah, we got them in Europe. Pretty expensive.

[@colehara]

👍 🇨🇦

[@ProudAmerican10]

I had an SSGP2 with a double set trigger from Steyr it had to be the one of the most accurate guns along by Weatherby’s

[@UnitedStatesOfGuns]

Hi Tony, I still have an SSG in .308; as good as it gets for accuracy.

[@bradyelich2745]

I know of a Savage 110c in .243 with the long action. That gun could be made into any calibre. 1965-1972 model? I have not dated it.