Husqvarna 1640 Rifle ?

[jjnpg317]

Always wanted an 8x57 and found a site on net, Simpson's LTD, that has the 1640 & a model 640 in 8x57. I know nothing about Husqvarna's rifle. From reading the descriptions on the Model 640, they came in 98 actions and small ring size. The 1640 I believe is a commerical model and doesn't resemble either 640 action. Any advice would be helpful.
Thanks

[seaboltm]

640 is a fn commercial action. 1640 is an improved small ring 96 with 98 features such as the third locking lug. I have a 640 from Simpson's in 9.3x62. Give them a call if you have questions. Good company. I have bought a lot from them.

[pietro]

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I had a couple of Husqvarna Small Ring Model 98 Mauser 1640's, labelled as S&W Model D (etc), and found them to be excellent/lightweight hunting rifles.

While the 640 is a bit larger/heavier than the 1640, I don't think there's a wrong choice there.

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[Texas by God]

I would go for it. The 8x57 is a great round and Huskies are top shelf.

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[Landy88]

Husqvarna's own actions like in the 1640 am much trimmer and lighter than are the FNs that they bought for some models, as are the rifles. Great actions, rifles, and quality.

[Cap'n Morgan]

I had a 1640 in 6.5x55 for nearly 40 years. Sold it recently to a young hunter to get him started the right way. Great rifle! A little on the light side, but they were meant to be carried a lot and shot a little. A 9.3x62 in the original configuration will certainly get your attention when shooting from prone position.