Mauser G33/40 dot 1941 Brno 8mm WWII E/63 Wehrmacht German Mountain Carbine
Description:
MANUFACTURER: MAUSER-WERKE AG, BRÜNN (BRNO)
MODEL: G33/40 MOUNTAIN CARBINE
ISSUE DATE: 1941
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: THIRD REICH GERMANY
SERIAL NUMBER: 306 C
MANUFACTURER CODE: DOT (BRNO / WAFFENWERKE BRÜNN AG)
WAFFENAMT / PROOFS: WAFFENAMT E/63 (BRNO ACCEPTANCE)
ISSUED BRANCH: GEBIRGSJÄGER (MOUNTAIN TROOPS)
CONFLICT DEPLOYMENT: WWII (EASTERN FRONT, BALKANS, ALPINE OPERATIONS)
PROVENANCE/RECORDS: FRONTLINE MOUNTAIN TROOP SERVICE RIFLE
ARMORY/INSPECTION MARKS: EAGLE / SWASTIKA ACCEPTANCE (GERMAN MILITARY PROOF)
CALIBER: 8MM MAUSER (7.92×57MM)
CAPACITY: 5 ROUNDS
BARREL LENGTH: 19.50"
BARREL FEATURES: STEPPED MILITARY PROFILE
RIFLING: 4-GROOVE RIGHT-HAND TWIST
OPERATING SYSTEM: CONTROLLED ROUND FEED
ACTION: BOLT-ACTION
TRIGGER: TWO-STAGE MILITARY
IRON SIGHTS: HOODED FRONT / TANGENT REAR SIGHT
STOCK: HARDWOOD STOCK WITH STEEL BUTTPLATE REINFORCEMENT AND DISASSEMBLY DISC
GRIP: STRAIGHT WRIST
FIREARM FINISH: BLUED STEEL WITH ORIGINAL FIELD PATINA
CONDITION: GOOD MILITARY SURPLUS CONDITION WITH HONEST ALPINE SERVICE WEAR, STRONG BORE
ADDITIONAL FEATURES: LIGHTENED RECEIVER CUTS, SIDE SLING CONFIGURATION, STEEL REINFORCED BUTTPLATE FOR MOUNTAIN USE, ORIGINAL WARTIME MILITARY CONFIGURATION
WHAT’S INCLUDED: RIFLE
The Mauser G33/40 Mountain Carbine represents one of the most specialized infantry rifles fielded by Germany during World War II, purpose-built for the elite Gebirgsjäger operating in extreme alpine environments. Derived from the Czech Vz.33 and refined for German service, this carbine was engineered to reduce weight while maintaining combat effectiveness in steep, unforgiving terrain. Its compact form made it ideal for mountain warfare across the Eastern Front, Balkans, and high-altitude engagements where standard rifles proved burdensome.
At its core is the legendary Mauser controlled-feed system, delivering unmatched reliability and extraction strength under harsh field conditions. The shortened barrel and lightened receiver cuts reduce overall weight while preserving accuracy and handling, giving soldiers a fast, responsive rifle in close and uneven terrain. The distinctive steel buttplate reinforcement engineered for alpine troop use, allowing the rifle to withstand climbing, bracing, and extreme mountain conditions. This balance of strength and agility made the G33/40 a trusted companion in environments where failure was not an option.
This rifle is marked with the “dot” manufacturer code, identifying production at Waffenwerke Brünn in 1941—an early and highly desirable wartime period. Waffenamt E/63 acceptance marks confirm inspection and approval at the Brno facility, directly linking this piece to Wehrmacht issue. The correct G33/40 receiver marking and visible German military proofs reinforce its authenticity as a true mountain carbine.
Among its defining features is the distinctive steel buttplate reinforcement, a hallmark of the G33/40 design, implemented to withstand the rigors of mountain combat and field use by Gebirgsjäger troops. Combined with its side sling configuration and lightweight construction, this rifle embodies the specialized engineering demanded by alpine warfare. With lower production numbers and high attrition in combat, original G33/40 carbines remain significantly scarcer than standard K98k rifles.
This example retains strong visual character with honest service wear that speaks to its history rather than detracts from it. The aged hardwood stock, visible acceptance marks, and intact military configuration present a rifle that is both a functional firearm and a tangible artifact of WWII mountain warfare. Opportunities to acquire authentic G33/40 carbines in original configuration continue to narrow, making this an increasingly desirable addition to any advanced Mauser collection.
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Curio/Relic: Yes
Manufacturer:
MAUSER
Model:
G33/40
Serial Number:
306C
Barrel Length:
19.50
Bore Info:
STRONG
Condition:
GOOD
Metal Condition:
GOOD
Wood Condition:
GOOD
Bore Condition:
GOOD
Manufacture Date:
1941
Price:
$2,999.99
Shipping:
$39.99
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