The receiver ring is marked with the imperial proofs on both sides and the top is marked "DEUTSCHEWAFFEN -UND/ MUNITIONS FABRIKEN / BERLIN" over 1916 the year of manufacture. The receiver side wall is marked "GEW.98." and it has the straight handle bolt, milled trigger guard and floor plate, the rear sight has the range markings on the sides of the sight base. The stock is the correct full length military version and the right side is marked with crown/letter proofs. The pistol grip area also has similar proofs. It is complete with a cleaning rod and leather sling. Matching numbers on the receiver, barrel, bolt assembly, floor plate, buttplate, stock, and barrel bands.

Fine. The rifle retains traces of original blue finish in the protected areas with the balance a smooth brown patina with some minor pitting (mostly on the trigger guard and floor plate). The receiver has been cleaned and has some minor pitting. The wood is fine with crisp, excellent original proofs, some minor dings and gouges, with a large dent near the bolt handle. Mechanically fine.