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WW1 1917 J.P Sauer & Sohn GEW 98 Weimar & Nazi Rework in 8mm Mauser w/ Sling ** Non-Import Rifle w/ Excellent Bore! ** SOLD
Guns International #: 101251727 Seller's Inventory #: M19-
Category: Mauser Rifles - Military - Military Rifles - Non-US
Seller's Information
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Seller: Antique & Modern Firearms, Inc.
Company: Antique & Modern Firearms, Inc.
Member Since: 4/27/15
State: Kentucky
Zip: 40503
Country: United States
Phone: (859) 276-1419
Fax: (859) 278-0838
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Number of Active Listings: 168
Total Number of Listings: 14934
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Visa,Master Card, Discover,Check
Description:
This is a very interesting Gewehr 98 rifle that has apparently witnessed a great deal of warfare. It started life as a World War 1 production Gewehr 98 rifle made by the J.P Sauer & Sohn firm in 1917. After serving in World War 1 it remained in German hands and was rebuilt/updated in 1920 for service with the Weimar Republic. During that arsenal rebuild the receiver and bolt was blued, with the bolt and many other small parts being replacement parts including the rear sight which was changed from the "roller coaster" Lange type to the much-flatter adjustable sight for the new 8mm Mauser military cartridge loading. While many of these 1920 rebuilds had the "1920" date stamped on the receiver ring, this particular rifle was stamped "1920" on the left side of the buttstock between the buttplate and bolt take-down disc (close-up picture provided). We can assume it served thru the Weimar period in much the same configuration it is in now. After the Nazis came to power the rifle was again sent for a rebuild/rebarrel in 1935. During this rebuild it appears the only things that were changed were the barrel and rear sight, with the rear sight stamped with the code for Mauser and the date "S/42G". The "G" stands for 1935 while the "S/42" stands for Mauser. The barrel is also a Nazi-period piece and has "Eagle 4" inspection stamps along the right side just at the wood line, likely made in 1935 as well. This rifle could have been involved in World War 2 in a number of ways but most likely was intended as a "second line" rifle for a soldier who's primary job was not front line combat, or it could have been used to arm the last-ditch German people's army, the Volkstrum. How the rifle made it here to the States is unknown, but was more than likely brought home as a war trophy by an American soldier at the end of WW2. It remains today in good condition overall given it's age and history, and it has a superb bore. All of the finish on this Mauser is original, whether factory original blue or the German re-work blue on the receiver and bolt and some of the small parts. As you can see from the pictures, the blue on the barrel and rear sight is still bright and in excellent condition, while the blue on the receiver, bolt, floorplate, triggerguard, buttplate,and barrel bands all show some wear and handling marks. It certainly still has a great look to it, and it has an appropriate amount of age and patina for a rifle that has been thru 2 wars and many decades of existence. As mentioned before, the bore in this rifle is mirror-bright and clean. The rifling still shows sharp lands and grooves throughout and there is no pitting, erosion, or imperfections visible. The light-colored European Walnut stock is in good condition overall, free from any cracks, chips, repairs, or major damage. It shows dings, dents, and scratches you would expect on a combat-used rifle, but still shows the original WW1 period cartouches on the buttstock and face of the pistol grip, as well as the "1920" stamp mentioned earlier on the butt. As this rifle was rebuilt on at least 2 occasions, this rifle is no longer numbers-matching. The receiver, triggerguard, floorplate, and screws that hold them together are all-matching, but the bolt, stock, barrel, sights, and barrel bands are not. This is quite common, as sometimes they would line-out the mis-matched parts and re-number them to the receiver and other times not bother with it (we have had numerous examples before both ways). This J.P. Sauer & Sohn GEW 98 is in perfect working order, all of the controls are functional and the action is smooth and precise. The bolt turns into battery perfectly, and the trigger breaks nicely with a light pull. With the bore being so nice in this rifle we have no doubt that it would shoot just as accurately today as the day it left the factory 102 years ago! This reworked GEW 98 comes with what looks to be an original period leather sling as well. If you have been looking for a nice example of the German WW1 battle rifle to add to your collection, here is the opportunity to get one that not only served with the Imperial German Army in WW1, but served during the Weimar period AND under Nazi rule in WW2. This rifle would make an excellent long-term investment, and with proper care could also be enjoyed at the range without harming it's value.
SOLD
Curio/Relic: Yes
Manufacturer: J.P Sauer & Sohn
Model: Gewehr 98 Mauser
Serial Number: 729 n
Caliber Info: 8mm Mauser
Bore: Excellent
Manufacture Date: 1917