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Lot 367: Danzig GEW 98 Rifle 8 mm Mauser

World War I Danzig Arsenal Gewehr 98 Bolt Action Rifle with Trench Dust Cover, Extended Magazine and Bayonet

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 15, 2013

Lot 367: Danzig GEW 98 Rifle 8 mm Mauser

World War I Danzig Arsenal Gewehr 98 Bolt Action Rifle with Trench Dust Cover, Extended Magazine and Bayonet

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 15, 2013

Estimated Price: $2,000 - $3,000
Price Realized:
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World War I Danzig Arsenal Gewehr 98 Bolt Action Rifle with Trench Dust Cover, Extended Magazine and Bayonet

Manufacturer: Danzig
Model: GEW 98
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 8 mm Mauser
Barrel: 30 inch round
Finish: blue/bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 11630
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 94
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Manufactured in 1916, this Danzig Arsenal rifle is equipped with a sliding dust cover, which consists of a base and guide assembly that attached to the breech of the barrel and a sliding cover that moves with the bolt. Blade front and tangent rear sights, with a bright receiver and a smooth pistol grip stock with a brown leather sling and a smooth buttplate. Also included is a bright steel muzzle protector, marked "67.R.E./4.11." on the flip-up cover, a blue steel extended "trench magazine", marked with a "J" on the back and a "crown/gothic letter" on the right side, and a "00" dated Erfurt bayonet, 26 inches overall with a 20 1/2 inch blade, "4.O.R.1.109." marked guard, ribbed wood grip and metal scabbard.

Rating Definition:

Very fine as professionally restored. Showing most of the fine blue with mild handling marks overall. Minimal spotting is present on the bolt and receiver. Stock is fine with some dents and small repairs. Mechanically excellent.



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