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Lot 633: Two World War II Era German K98k Bolt Action Rifles

Two World War II Era German K98k Bolt Action Rifles

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 21, 2025

Lot 633: Two World War II Era German K98k Bolt Action Rifles

Two World War II Era German K98k Bolt Action Rifles

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 21, 2025

Estimated Price: $1,100 - $1,700
Price Realized:
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A) Berlin-Lubecker "S/237/1937" Code K98k Rifle

Manufacturer: Berlin-Lubecker
Model: 98
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7.92 mm Mauser
Barrel: 24 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 619
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: The bore is mostly shiny with strong rifling and minor streaking.
Description:

Manufactured in 1937, "s/237" code marked, "1937" dated, and "eagle/swastika/26" proofed receiver ring. Matching serial numbers visible on the barrel, trigger housing, magazine floor plate, upper band, and rear sight, with mixed numbers on the bolt assembly and lower band. Fitted with an unmarked walnut stock. Includes a leather sling.

Rating Definition:

Fine as arsenal refurbished, retaining some of the finish with minor edge wear, thinning on the balance with mostly brown patina, scattered minor patches of spotting/freckling visible, and light handling marks. The stock is also fine as sanded and re-oiled with numerous scattered minor handling marks. Mechanically excellent.



B) J.P. Sauer & Sohn "ce/43" Code K98k Rifle with Bayonet

Manufacturer: Sauer J P & Son
Model: 98
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7.92 mm Mauser
Barrel: 23 3/4 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: laminate
Item Views: 619
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: The bore is shiny with strong rifling a light streaking.
Description:

Manufactured in 1943. Importer mark on the underside of the barrel, "ce/43" marked, "crown/U" and "eagle/280" proofed receiver ring. Matching serial numbers on the magazine floor plate, renumbered trigger housing, upper band, and buttplate, with mixed numbers on the bolt assembly and lower band. Fitted with a laminate stock numbered "639" on the bottom. Includes a leather sling, "star of David" marked bayonet, and "star of David" marked metal scabbard.

Rating Definition:

Fine as refinished, retaining some of the finish with some minor pitting under the finish, softened receiver proofs, some light edge wear, mild cycling wear, thinning on the balance with grey and brown patinas, and scattered light handling marks. The stock is also fine as sanded and re-oiled with scattered minor scrapes and handling wear. Mechanically excellent. The bayonet is good.



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