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Lot 243

Sporterized WWII German M98 8mm Mauser Bolt Action Rifle

Estimate: $500 - $700
Starting Bid
$250

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Serial: 8039b
Manufacturer: Mauser-Germany (c. 1943) 
Model: M98 (byf 43) Sporterized
Caliber: 8mm Mauser
Barrel Length: 24 in.
OAL: 43.5 in.
Condition: Good; wood stock has moderate wear; some patches have been done behind the grip; barrel & receiver have moderate wear and have been refinished; some light pitting & rust; bore is mostly bright w/ some light frosting; good rifling
Includes: original stock has been sporterized; period leather sling; Weaver K4 60-B scope on Weaver mounts
Marked: still has some WWII German markings & eagle stamps; receiver marking is covered by scope mount & partially ground off, but "43" is still visible
 
Provenance: From a Prominent Hill Country Collection

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