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  • Auction Catalog #52
  • Lot #3587
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Lot #3588

Lot 3587: Two German 98k Bolt Action Rifles

Collector's Lot of Two German 98k Bolt Action Rifles

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 20, 2011

Lot 3587: Two German 98k Bolt Action Rifles

Collector's Lot of Two German 98k Bolt Action Rifles

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 20, 2011

Estimated Price: $1,000 - $1,500
Price Realized:
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A) Mauser "S/243" Code 1938 Dated Model 98k Bolt Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Mauser
Model: K98
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 8 mm Mauser
Barrel: 24 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: laminated
Item Views: 2242
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 274
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Top of receiver ring marked "S/243 / 1938" with drop wing eagle proof on left side and three eagle/swastika 280 proofs on the right. Eagle/280 and eagle/WaW76 proofs are also present on the rifle. Matching numbers on receiver, barrel, bolt assembly, barrel bands, follower, trigger guard, floor plate, and buttplate, with the stock marked with the number "50". With leather sling.

Rating Definition:

Very good. The rifle retains 70% original blue finish with the balance a smooth gray patina. There is minor spotting and pitting on the barrel bands, exposed area of the floor plate, and trigger guard assembly, with deep pitting on the buttplate. The wood is good overall showing real wartime use with pressure dents, dings, scratches, and minor chips overall. With an old heavy gouge missing from the right side under the receiver that has been rubbed smooth over the years of use.



B) Gustloff-Werke "bcd/ 4" Code Model K98 Bolt Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Gustloff Werke- Suhl
Model: 98K
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 8 mm
Barrel: 24 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: laminated
Item Views: 2242
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 274
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Top of receiver ring is marked "bcd / 4" and "Mod. 98" on left receiver wall, with eagle firing proofs present. Milled front barrel band with stamped rear barrel band and trigger guard stamped "byf". No visible markings on stock which has a cupped buttplate. With a leather sling.

Rating Definition:

Very fine. The rifle retains 85% original blue finish with the balance a smooth gray patina with minor spotting on the receiver ring. Arsenal repaired/refinished front barrel band. The wood is fine with a couple putty filled repairs showing some loss of material and some minor handling marks. Matching numbers on barrel, rear barrel band, bolt assembly and floor plate.



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