I recently bought a Mauser k98 and I am curious if anyone could help me identify the year and place of manufacture. All the serial numbers and markings are on the left side which are: * 9830 E3 O CESKOSLOVENSKAZBROJOVKA,AS,BRNO The * is a symbol like three. Any insight would be greatly appreciated! Thank you.Such as barrel & matching bolt=shooter, redone like a German K98 with added cleaning rod and fake reproduction sling= re enactor, as found intact= collector. See my link about factors/attributes that can be found on RC Mausers. Pictures would help. Value $350-800. 2020 9th edition Peterson's book values p. 170:Re: Mauser K98 SS DEATH HEAD MARKED RIFLES. So , they would have the standard Factory Mauser markings, but none of the other standard waffen markings that was on every K98 that was issued. They said their rifles has all of the waffen markings like all K98's would have on them, plus the death head with SS runes above the skull.May 14, 2019. #12. Stephan98k said: The Portuguese M937-A has a front sight with Balkenkorn - the K98k has a front sight with Dachkorn. View attachment 205525. The M937-A has the fixed Kornschoner (front sight protector). That is correct. My rifle has the balkenkorn with the V-style front sight protector, like these rifles had.In 1943 "bnz" was the Nazi wartime code for (Steyr-Daimler-Puch AG). This rifle was not built in the Steyr plant. It was built in an SS run Concentration Camp. Model: K98. Serial Number: 4309. Year of Manufacture: 1943. Caliber: 8mm Mauser (7.92x57mm) Action Type: Bolt Action, Internal Magazine. Markings: The import mark under the barrel ...K98 Rifle - German K98 Rifle 8mm Bolt Action - W/ All Original Markings. A beautiful selection of Original German K98 rifles that have been refurbished back to as close to the original issue condition as possible. Metal finishes are a deep rich blue, Stocks have been lightly refurbished to the extent that refinishing was possible without going too deep. All original German and Nazi stampings ...A rifle that is typically paired with an ice ax, crampons, and skis, the G33/40 is a rarely encountered Mauser-style carbine with an interesting history.. While German (J.P Sauer, Mauser Werke ...Jun 17, 2023 · Essentially, if you see markings similar to this one below, it signifies that you have an Imperial German Mauser 98 pattern bolt. Examples of Imperial German bolt markings on the underside of the bolt stem base: Topic 2: Polish Wz.98 (1922 – 1924) Bolt Examples. I will admit, this area of research will need some assistance.The entirely new MAUSER 98 line is not only a unique combination of technology and craftsmanship, but a true commitment to our roots as the birth-place of the world's most reliable rifles. MAUSER 98 STD Expert. from US$14,457.00. MAUSER 98 STD Diplomat. from US$15,558.00. MAUSER 98 Magnum Expert. from US$15,986.00.Not really. This rifle was made during a transition period from Weimar eagles to Nazi eagles. Very early K98k's used all Weimar eagles, then they went to a mix of the two. Very soon after your rifle was produced, they strictly used Nazi eagles for their inspection markings and firing proofs.Mauser-Werk AG , Werk Berlin-Borsigwalde Eich-bordamm , Germany. The P is an ordnance code assigned to Ruhrstahl, Brackwede. ... You almost had a perfect specimen k98. There are replacement stocks available (along with the fore end metal and bands) to "restore" this rifle to look 100% original. It will cost a few bucks - but if this were my ...The K98k Mauser 8mm Military Rifle. The last stockpiles of surplus Karabiner 98 Kurz (K98k) rifles are drying up, even as demand from collectors, hunters and shooters continues to rise. K98ks are legendary bolt-action rifles—the last in a long line of military Model 98s. They provide a rich field for collecting, a hands-on connection with ...Im new here to the forum and recently picked up a bcd 41 k98 The reason for this post is to learn more about the rifle and see... Home. Forums. ... Mauser Rifles 1933 to 1945 - The Nazi Period . bcd 41 ... - The trigger guard/magazine body is marked 924 on the bottom but S J 453 with a X looking marking on the inside (see pictures)6/16/20 - This is an excellent example of a rare Steyr K98 purported to be part of an SS contract order fulfilled at Gusen camp. From Karem's book on the 98k, these rifles were coded 'bnz 43' on the receiver but assembled in early 1944. The stocks were unmarked on the side and built with the oversize 'bnz 43' marked receiver V7 Gusen marking. The majority of the rifle was built from Radom ...On another site there was a discussion of the "ax" model of the K98. The impression I got was that it was some model made around WWI and not a K98 marked with the two letter WWII production code. Ludwig Olson in his book on Mauser Rifles makes mention of the "ax" marked K98 but it is in conjunction with the WWII production.Apr 22, 2014 · Q. Lately, I’ve seen a number of ads for surplus Mauser Kar. 98k carbines. Many of the firms that place these ads offer to hand-select certain receiver codes for a fee.The bayonet/markings are not post-WW2, but pre-WW2. The "Bz." represents a Reichbahn district (in this case Breslau*). The second marking is a bit unusual as it bears a large case "A" before the specific weapon issue number "22". In all likelihood the bayonet was once mated with a "D.R." marked 1933/34 Mauser "Banner" rifle bearing the same ...The gun has all matching numbers and was built in 1943. On the receiver it is marked ar with a 43 below. It also has the standard eagle with the swastika but it also has a couple of Eagles with 26 marked under. The K98k has a aa mark and another ar but with a 4 marked under it near the sights. It has a f stamped on the side of the receiver.Re: Mauser K98 SS DEATH HEAD MARKED RIFLES. So , they would have the standard Factory Mauser markings, but none of the other standard waffen markings that was on every K98 that was issued. They said their rifles has all of the waffen markings like all K98's would have on them, plus the death head with SS runes above the skull.Youngsters need to understand that the Mauser-98 pattern rifles were made in YUUUUUGE numbers - until the AK-47 came along the 98-pattern rifle was the single most-produced small arm in the world, bar none. The best estimates for 98's, K98's, licensed clone rifles and 98-pattern rifles that weren't exact clones is over 110 million rifles.The barrel, receiver and bolt are matching. I believe the bolt was probably renumbered. The floorplate is milled and the original numbers struck out and numbered to match. It is import marked. There are Waffenampt marked parts throughout, but any Nazi proofs were scrubbed. In particular on the rear of the bolt handle.#1 · Apr 23, 2015 (Edited by Moderator) I need some expertise to help with identifying this Mauser and its markings. The bolt is non-matching but everything else looks correct. I have never seen a Mauser without a …These are post war K98 stripper clips. They are the correct model for WWII German. Some may have 2 stop bumps on the edge and some may have 3. This difference doesn't effect function. These have the "textbook" look for German WWII, minus the markings. All are nickel plated like originals of this style. These also fit a 8mm German K98. Many of the …WWII Nazi byf 45 Code MAUSER K98 Bolt Action Rifle German World War II 8mm World War II Nazi Third Reich Marked Infantry Rifle Dated (19)45 for sale online.Apr 21, 2015. #2. "S" marking on K98 parts. More pics. These are out of an RC bolt assembly that I picked up which was the entire back half minus the body and extractor. The Russians did a half way job on this bolt, missing grinding off a bunch of markings and not electro-pencilling all of the pieces either. Note that the firing pin serial got ...The Mauser 1918 T-Gewehr was the world's first anti-tank rifle —the first rifle designed for the sole purpose of destroying armored targets. The weapon, essentially an enlarged G98, fired 13×92mm (.525-caliber) TuF ( Tank und Flieger, "tanks and aeroplanes") semi-rimmed cartridges.morticianman1990 said: I'll take a stab at this. The S/243 designates the action was made in the Mauser AG Borsigwalde factory. The 7354 b are the serial number and letter block, 1-10000 serialed rifles for each letter block. The "X" designates a russian captured rifle.These markings are often used to identify surplus rifles. Match the cartridge the rifle fires with a likely country of origin and model. Mauser-pattern bolt-actions were manufactured in countries including Germany, Turkey, Poland, Czechoslovakia, Sweden, Belgium, Argentina and Chile, so the round the rifle fires can help you identify the rifle ...Paul Mauser improved the Rifle 98 a few years after it was introduced. German patent 154915, dated May 22, 1901, described a safety firing pin with diametrically opposed lugs on the front of its ...Unmarked Mauser K98. Thread starter Mike the Impaler; Start date Feb 22, 2012; M. Mike the Impaler Member. Feb 22, 2012 #1 ... The bayo has no other markings than the serial and maker numbers . Attachments. 014.jpg. 278.5 KB · Views: 60 015.jpg. 273.3 KB · Views: 62 016.jpg. 270.8 KB · Views: 72 ...There should be 3 on a 1938 237 rifle. All the metal should be blued, so if it has a chromed bolt, run fast. 1. $1050 is an excellent price if it's "all matching". If the bolt doesn't match, then the value drops. Same if the stock doesn't match. If it's a bolt mismatch, you're looking at $8-900. 2.K98k is a bolt-action rifle chambered for the 7.92×57mm Mauser cartridge. It remained the primary German service rifle until the end of the war in 1945. Millions were captured by the Soviets at the conclusion of World War II and were widely distributed as military aid.mauser k98 byf 45 with nazi firing proof markings and matching codes I want 2 post the pictures but dont know where 2 begin lots of markings and numbers . L. leroy222 Member. Jan 29, 2014 #5 srry ... Your rifle from 1943 BYF (fabricated from Mauser Obendorf) got a very high serial number,i know many where reassembled in Obendorf after the war ...Unmarked Mauser rifle. I have a rifle 8MM cal, It is not German at least not that I can see. It has no markings on it at all, the only small stamp I can find is on the knob of the bolt. It is a Z or a N in circle. The bolt handle is stright and all else aperars to be standard 98 type. Ihe sling swivels are on the bottom and, also on the side in ...THE "GEWEHR 98," a Mauser design adopted as a prototype by the German Army in April, 1898, is well known. Its adoption was preceded by two tests with rifles in calibers 8mm (Gewehr 88/97) and 6mm (Mauser). Production examples of the 29,000Gewehremade by Mauser in Oberndorf from 1898 to 1907, from governmentGewehrfabrikenin Spandau, Danzig,The bayonet still retains its WWI unit markings even after it was converted to a K98k bayonet in 1937. SS issued Totenkopf K98s are some of the most sought after(and counterfeited) K98s from WWII. The SS had a very difficult time procuring small arms, especially during the beginning stages of the war.K98 Identities Israeli K98s come in many forms with myriad markings, making classification difficult. Generally, though, there are four main groups: The first and most common group is the 7.92x57mm WWII German-manufactured rifles (pre-WWII Czech, Ethiopian, Mexican and WWI German G98 receiver markings have also been observed).German Mauser 98k Manufacturer's Codes (1934 - 1945) SVW MB: Mauser Werke AG, Oberndorf-am-Neckar (under direction french ) Year Markings Receiver left 1934 S/42K FP - SN 91 74 91 S/147K rightside FP - SN 116 114 114 S/42G FP - SN 167 165 WaA211 S/147/G rightside FP - SN 116 114/114 JP Sauer and Son gun factory Suhl S/147/G FP - SN 116 114 114 JP Sauer and Son gun factory Suhl S/27.G FP - SN ...This provided Norway with a massive supply of K98k Mauser rifles to reequip their armed forces, and they picked about 250,000 of the best condition guns (mostly early war production, naturally) to take into service. These rifles were repaired and refurbished as necessary, and given new Norwegian serial numbers on the receivers, bolts, and ...Model: K98. Serial Number: 7941 n. Year of Manufacture: 1944. Caliber: 8mm Mauser (7.92X57mm) Action Type: Bolt Action with Internal Magazine. Markings: The import mark on the barrel reads "R GUNS CARPENTERSVILLE IL GERMANY K98 8mm". The top of the receiver is marked with a faded Nazi Waffenamt "eagle / swastika / WaA80", the factory ...At some point, the Hungarians were entrusted with bolt action rifles of various types, but especially K98k's and 43M's. It appears that the K98k's were scrubbed of German markings and switched over to an underslung sling arrangement, as opposed to the typical left side carry of K98k's. This included the attachment of a sling loop on the bottom ...K98K Portuguese 1941 contract mauser. Excellent example-they weren't 'recalled'-export rifles were held at the factory and not allowed to be sent to Portugal due to the deteriorating war situation and then issued to the German forces. Portuguese markings were applied at the Oberndorf factory. That's a sweet rifle!Get as much information as possible about the rifle and its provenance. Ask LOTS of questions, check the markings (particularly the stamping FONTS) against known "all correct" righteous samples, like the one displayed here in our virtual tour. ... KCN Newsletter (01/13/2002) "THE K98k-MAUSER WERKE BORSIGWALDE" written by Bob …I have what is believed to be a Russian Capture K98. It is a 42 / 1939 Receiver. The barrel and receiver numbers match with all other parts being mixed but carrying their original numbers. No force matching or electric engraving. ALL German proof marks are intact, not peened or scrubbed in any way. In fact the German markings are very strong ...At some point, the Hungarians were entrusted with bolt action rifles of various types, but especially K98k's and 43M's. It appears that the K98k's were scrubbed of German markings and switched over to an underslung sling arrangement, as opposed to the typical left side carry of K98k's. This included the attachment of a sling loop on the …Just trying to get a handle on prices and value. I saw a sanded down buffed out k98 with mostly matching but the front metal band. Was like 800.00 the a NR bidder came it racked it up to 1750. It looked nice like a Mitchells mauser but at the same time it had non original bluing and buff marks on all the parts to make them look like new.The cof43 indicates the maker/date - three letter code of cof was assigned to Eickhorn, 43 for 1943. The 9634aa is the serial number. These bayonets were serialized sequentially at the beginning of each year. The first bayonet was serial number 1 and continued to 9999.192 posts · Joined 2008. #1 · Aug 27, 2008. Hello, I was directed to your sight for help. I have recently purchased a K98. After examining it, I discovered the twin lightning bolts next to a "2' over the totenkopf. It is on the barrel next to the reciever between the two eagles. Placement appears correct from what I can tell form pics on your ...In the prewar manufactured kits the metal case was made from "Weißblech" or tinplate. Tinplate is a thin sheet of cold rolled steel, whose surface is coated with tin, getting a relatively good corrosion resistence. From circa 1939 to the end of the war, the tinning was deleted and the case was paint finished.Nov 29, 2015 · The 2 unmatched parts on the rifle are band spring (unmarked) and lower band is un serialed waffen amt 623 marked, The stock does also have a proper Armouror repair on its base near but plate. rest is Waa 63 or 63 waf marked.The bolt handle has S/42 same as rifle With 63 waf amt, with serial 5321 Several other bolt parts have 21 but with ...Jun 4, 2017 ... This provided Norway with a massive supply of K98k Mauser rifles to reequip their armed forces, and they picked about 250000 of the best ...4/24/19 - This is an original Mauser K98 made in 1941 as WW2 was heating up. The rifle is all matching and comes with a front sight hood and cleaning rod. The stock is not marked or numbered. The wood is overall excellent with no notable cracks or chips, just normal aging and use wear. The metal has patina and normal aging wear as well. The floorplate and trigger guard have browning and finish ...May 14, 2019. #12. Stephan98k said: The Portuguese M937-A has a front sight with Balkenkorn - the K98k has a front sight with Dachkorn. View attachment 205525. The M937-A has the fixed Kornschoner (front sight protector). That is correct. My rifle has the balkenkorn with the V-style front sight protector, like these rifles had.14160 posts · Joined 2004. #2 · Dec 13, 2019. Made in 1939 at Mauser-Werke AG, Werk Borsigwalde, Berlin-Borsigwalde, Eichborndamm. Serial number puts yours in the first run of 9,999. The next run would start at 0001a, and end at 9999a. The finish on the stock and metal, and lined out serial number on the band usually indicates a Czech refurbish.Few More Pics of the 1942 'ce 42' K98 Few more photos of the 1942 'ce 42'..... B. bob32268 Senior Member. ... Again I appreciate your comments and will take a picture of the Mod.98 siderail marking on this gun next week. ... BLM, Mauser, ERMA privately held but hardly "family" businesses, - the rest were all state owned to one degree or anotherEver since the introduction of the K98 bolt action rifle or Karabiner 98 Kurz as a replacement for the G98 or Gewehr 98 a new, shorter bayonet was designed. The K98 bayonet was officially named Seitengewehr 84/98 or SG 84/98. The bayonet was designed as a close combat sidearm that could be placed on the tip of a K98. The total length of the K98 bayonet was 38,7 cm in contrary to the 50.2 cm ...Feb 8, 2021 · Staff member. Feb 8, 2021. #5. The stock marking is "WaA135", for Waffenamt 135. The military inspector assigned to Mauser used the WaA135 waffenamt inspection at the plant, so that marking is from the Army's inspector at the plant, and that particular marking means the military accepted the rifle as it passed all of their checks. S.Unmarked Mauser rifle. I have a rifle 8MM cal, It is not German at least not that I can see. It has no markings on it at all, the only small stamp I can find is on the knob of the bolt. It is a Z or a N in circle. The bolt handle is stright and all else aperars to be standard 98 type. Ihe sling swivels are on the bottom and, also on the side in ...This video is about the WW2 German Mausee k98 bayonet, or more particularly the 3rd pattern M1884/98 bayonet. There is alot of informal to know about these b...The action's "byf" and "44" markings indicate this rifle was made by Mauser-Werke in 1944. The "WaA/135 waffenamt reinforces the rifle's Mauser origin.Feb 5, 2024. #1. Are there any charts of PDF file (s) that has the Crests, Proofs and other markings for the Mauser k98's? All Countries of Manufacture? To be able to identify and have some history on these. rifles available here, or elsewhere? to view or download here. I am interested in learning the various markings and history.German Mauser 98k Manufacturer's Codes (1934 - 1945) SVW MB: Mauser Werke AG, Oberndorf-am-Neckar (under direction french ) Year Markings Receiver left 1934 S/42K FP - SN 91 74 91 S/147K rightside FP - SN 116 114 114 S/42G FP - SN 167 165 WaA211 S/147/G rightside FP - SN 116 114/114 JP Sauer and Son gun factory Suhl S/147/G FP - SN 116 114 114 JP Sauer and Son gun factory Suhl S/27.G FP - SN ...The rifle holds five 7.92 x 57mm Mauser cartridges (originally 197.5 grain), which can be loaded from a stripper clip or one-by-one. Like a Porsche, the K98k is German perfection in design and engineering. The K98k carries this perfection through multiple features, but its heart and soul is its Mauser M98 action.1593 posts · Joined 1969. #4 · Feb 7, 2009 (Edited) Hope this helps. You are actually talking about two differnt markings. The right side of the receiver has a K167 proof which is known as a pre-acceptance proof. The germans were using these before going to the eagle proofs to hide the makers I.D. from discovery to the restrictions of the ...1403 posts · Joined 2020. #2 · Oct 25, 2022. Those are Belgian proofs, commonly seen on FN-built rifles. The * over X means it was inspected by Alfred Regnier, an inspector active from 1937 to 1964. The Lion over "PV" is a pressure proof mark, made up of the Belgian Lion state symbol over the abbreviation for "Poudre Vive" (smokeless powder).The external markings and inspection standards changed in late-1941, but it took some time to implement. ... (Steyr's Mauser before K98k adoption), which has 3 receiver inspections, the 1st signifying the receiver is within tolerances, the 2nd indicating the barrel and sight assembly were installed correctly, ...I have bought Mauser K98 rifle I was told it is a 8 x 57 mm at the back of barrel a small 7.9 is stamped At the sidea German eagle is stamped MAUSER - WERKE A. G. OBENDORF On top of the camber is anot … read moreby ANTHONY VANDERLINDEN October 19, 2018. and of course this one most have read: German 98k rifle in Israeli service. The 98k was the most common firearm of Germany during WWII. It was used by all branches of the German military, in all theaters on all fronts, from the start of the war to the very end. It was in p….Jul 19, 2007 · This PDF file written by Bob Jensen and edited Peter Kuck is an excellent quick reference to the various markings and other things to look for when examining a K98k Mauser manufactured by Oberndorf. ..... (Feedback by "Badger") 5. Here are two K98k Mauser videos which have been extracted from our on-line "Screening Room" (click here).Well-known member. Oct 31, 2023. #2. This rifle is a russian capture, it has black paint on the parts, shellac, and mismatched parts. Its an early code JP Sauer k98, that was rebuilt. This gun is "legit" just not in its original form, and was re-worked post war. Generally russian captures are much cheaper than your average k98, and in my ...I have been looking at a Mauser K98 rifle from Mitchells Mausers. ... As stated above Yugo whacked most markings so did USSR. Curtis . E. EagleVTR Private. Minuteman. Apr 11, 2009 4 0 65 Al. Jun 20, 2009 #10 ; Re: Mauser K98 I appreciate all of the responses. I now know several different options to consider when shopping around …Mauser K98 There are many variants of this weapon, and it has been widely copied. K98k is a bolt-action rifle chambered for the 7.92×57mm Mauser cartridge. It remained the primary German service rifle until the end of the war in 1945. Millions were captured by the Soviets at the conclusion of World War II and were widely distributed as ...In 1935 "S/42G" was the Nazi code for Mauser Werke AG, Oberndorf a/N. The "G" is a 1935 Date Code. Model: K98. Serial Number: 7540. Year of Manufacture: 1935. Caliber: 8mm Mauser (7.92x57mm) Action Type: Bolt Action, Internal Magazine. Markings: This K98 was produced under the Nazis but still uses Weimar style "eagles".The fourth image show the S/G42 markings, which, if I understand correctly means manufactured at Obendorf Mauser Werke in 1935? The 7.62 stamp is …Reading between the lines, it suggests that OP is looking at a SCW scrubbed Polish K98 with no markings other than the serial and the "K98" on the siderail. They are great shooters but not super super collectible (and quite common to be honest). ... I think the polish crested mauser are just as collectable as kar98 especially if you go buy ...Sporterizing is a crime against history and would make Wilhelm Mauser roll over in his grave. Restoring his creations, though, brings you good fortune. Or so I hoped. Restored K98k 8mm and original condition M96 6.5×55. The M96 maintains most of the original oil finish over 100 years after it was made.K98k is a bolt-action rifle chambered for the 7.92×57mm Mauser cartridge. It remained the primary German service rifle until the end of the war in 1945. Millions were captured by the Soviets at the conclusion of World War II and were widely distributed as military aid.These represent the third pattern of M1884/98 bayonet made from 1927-30 and 1934-45. The first pattern was made 1905-06 and the second pattern 1915-18. The M1884/98 Third Pattern bayonet was primarily used with the 8 mm. Mauser Kar 98k rifle of the Second World War. The third pattern bayonet is typically blued overall.6388 posts · Joined 2009. #13 · Dec 7, 2010. It is a standard K.98k, made by Mauser at Oberndorf (Code 42) in 1938. It appears to have been given a phosphate finish; the original finish would have been a rather nice blue. It also has a later stamped trigger guard and floorplate, the originals would have been milled.You can probably get a decent Russian capture common K98k, wit, K98k is a bolt-action rifle chambered for the 7.92×57mm M, Oct 10, 2013. #1. I have been looking for a good reference on markings on Imperial er, Welcome and thanks for posting your questions about your Mauser. The BNZ markings were the German ord, Check for availability of correct WWII K98k sling with German Waffenamt WaA markings, which by itself can add approxi, K98 Identities Israeli K98s come in many forms with myriad markings, making classifi, The correct designation is VZ98N rather than K98k. The WaA63 acceptance marking on t, Model: Karabiner 98 kurz or K98 k, single rune K98 Markings:, , Nov 11, 2022 ... A rare example with such prominant WW, May 15, 2020. #3. Yes, another real SS rifle. The &quo, 6/16/20 - This is an excellent example of a rare Steyr K98 purport, Identify markings on yugo capture K98. I don't have it handy, but if , The original JP Sauer factory serial was 3191r. Germans, The original barreled action, bolt, and trigger guard/floor plate, Model: 1941. Based on the German K98. Serial Number: H4, Bangor, Maine - (Ammoland.com)- Today one of the most pop, The bolt is marked with numbers that do not match the serial num.