[swamphunter]

That is a low SN for the Model M, so I suspect 1969 might be close. You could contact Steyr USA. They are very helpful.

I have the same model in .270 Win. Love it.
I had a 1952 carbine in ,30-06 and after I sold it, would never be happy until I had another Steyr Mannlicer... and now several more.
The .30-06 is very versatile, and can be loaded to lot of different applications.

 

[swamphunter]

thank you for the help and direction. I will get in touch with them

I have 2 Steyr Mannlichers in .30-06, a 1952 and a Model M Professional.
So touch back when you shoot a few rounds through it and we can compare loads.
Warning - they shoot lots of loads very well.