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Lot 361: Late WWII German Walther "ac/45" K43 Rifle

Excellent World War II German Walther "ac/45" Code K43 Semi-Automatic Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 9, 2022

Lot 361: Late WWII German Walther "ac/45" K43 Rifle

Excellent World War II German Walther "ac/45" Code K43 Semi-Automatic Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 9, 2022

Estimated Price: $3,500 - $5,500
Price Realized:
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Excellent World War II German Walther "ac/45" Code K43 Semi-Automatic Rifle

Manufacturer: Walther
Model: K43
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7.92 mm Mauser
Barrel: 22 inch round
Finish: blue/phosphate
Grip:
Stock: laminate
Item Views: 1610
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 247
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Manufactured by Walther (ac) on a rough forged receiver marked "K43 ac/45" on the left. Hooded blade front sight and military tangent rear sight graduated from 100-1200. The bolt carrier is fitted with a reinforcing web, hollow cocking handle, and lacks provision for a bolt catch. Right side mounting rail, unthreaded muzzle, "gcb" code "K43" marked magazine, and cupped trapdoor buttplate. Fitted with a smooth pistol grip laminated stock. Matching serial number marked on the receiver and bolt carrier. Includes a period leather sling and extra "aye" code "K43" marked magazine. Provenance: The Paul Crockett Jr. Collection

Rating Definition:

Excellent, retains 95% plus original combination late war blue/phosphate finish with some rough cast areas. Magazine retains 98% original black painted finish. Stock is very fine, with a crack at the toe and some light handling marks. Mechanically excellent.



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