Mauser, Obendorf was the only manufacturer to produce the K98 from 1934-1945.Įach year later, other makers were added to produce the K98k, while some makers where dropped due to production demands or interests in producing other weapons, such as machine guns, machine pistols, or other small arms that were needed. These were the Mauser plant at Obendorf, and the firm of J.P. Dates, Makers, and Codes: In 1934 only two manufacturers where assigned to produce the K98k. All of this combined with the fact that the Mauser K98 is one of the best bolt actions designs of all time, makes the K98k one of the most collectable rifles of WWII, and perhaps of all time. Eleven years in production produced over 14 million K98s, and out of the 14 million produced, there are over 100 combinations of maker codes and production years. It remained in service until the end of the war in May 1945. The top of the receiver usually has a 2 or 3 letter code with a number below it. From this it is possible to gain some information about the history of the particular piece. World War II military rifles often have markings on the receiver, barrel, rear sight, and / or stock. It has the original leather sling for sale by AESIR on GunsAmerica. This is a German Mauser K98 serial number 51924h marked with the byf 43 and eagle and swastika. It has the **** stamps on it and has been. We have an old German Mauser model 98 with all matching serial numbers and it appears to have been made in the 1940's or so. Bianchi collection In June 1934, the German army adopted the Mauser Karbiner 98 kurz as the standard service rifle of the German army. Markings: With few exceptions, every K98 was stamped with manufacturers' code and date on top of receiver. Left to fire, right to safe, center to load. Magazine: 5 round, fixed box Front sight: Inverted 'V' notch (later models had a sight hood cover) Rear sight: 'V' notch adjustable up to 2,000 meters Rifling: 4 grooves, right hand twist, one turn every 240mm Safety: 3-way safety lever on rear of bolt. Model Designation: Karbiner 98 Kurz Caliber: 7.92mm (7.92X57) Overall Length: 1,110mm (43.7') Weight: Solid stock 3.8kg (8.38lbs.) Laminated stock: 4kg.
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