Introduced late in WWII, the "Kriegsmodell" (War Model) 98k was designed for easier and faster production, increasing the number of stamped components while eliminating some features. This particular 98 was produced in the "t" suffix range, placing it very late in the war. Fitted with a hooded blade front and tangent rear sight, with "Mod.98/bnz45" on the receiver ring. Fitted with a stamped "svw" trigger guard and "byf" floor plate, and a pair of screw-secured stamped and welded barrel bands. Crude cast safety assembly on rear of bolt, with matching numbered turned handle. Smooth pistol grip stock with a laminated hand guard, "eagle/swastika/H" Heer stamp on the right buttstock and a cupped steel buttplate.

Excellent with 95% plus of the original phosphate finish, showing streaks of brown color, mild spotting and scattered handling marks, and 85% plus blue on the bolt body. The stock is very fine with mild scuffs and dings, and the sling shows some mild wear and tear. Mechanically excellent.