Mauser just decided to start again the production of the leggendary rifle. Feel free to post comments, corrections, or insight into the book here. But in equal condition, id prefer a mauser but if ammo is a concern id lean towards a mosin. This is an apolitical forum for discussions on the axis nations and related topics hosted by the axis history factbook in cooperation with christian ankerstjernes panzerworld and christoph awenders ww2 day by day. Lately, ive seen a number of ads for surplus mauser kar. Mauser bayonet bar on a gewehr 98 the first bayonet for the m1898 rifle was the long, slender m1898 quillback bayonet. Its interesting that it took so many years for a book like this to come along. Hey everybody, i shot my kar 98k for accuracy today, and i have both good and bad news. Having by now properly tried out a range of mausers from just about first to last m1871 to fnisraeli k98k the amount of progress over nearly a century is indicated by the fact that i was able to insert an extratall k98k foresight blade in the m1871 for 100meter target shooting. With some of the recents posts i was thinking it might be nice to have a list of books about mausers. The 19081918 kar 98 is currently called a kar 98az as a collectors designation to distinguish it from its predecessors. Lets say for example that the new rifle is available in two modes. We are proud to be the authors and publishers of what we think are the best books available on the k98k service rifle from ww2, and we set this website up to sell our books to the public. There is a nice mauser 98 karbine with an interesting wwii history, except that it doesnt have any dirty bird markings, no nazi stamps.
Backbone of the whermacht german k98k rifle, 193445 law, richard on. Rifle this is the standard shoulder weapon of the german army and is very similar to the m1903 rifle used in the american army. The rifle itself has no import marks and the inspection marks feature. Production of military mausers was resumed in germany during the mid 1930s when hitler disregarded the versailles treaty. The book includes detailed production analysis using factory documents whenever possible, including over 200 pages on mauser oberndorf alone. Gun stores usually have better prices than gun shows but prices have greatly increased the past few years. Mauser kar 98 8mm bolt action rifle marked danzig 19 for. Collecting and shooting the military surplus rifle 2006 sur page 2 of 17. Rifle stock and forend parts for mauser for sale ebay. Third edition, second printing third edition, second printing. Order mauser kar98a parts from numrich providing parts, accessories, and schematics since 1950. Paul mauser his life, company, and handgun development 1838 1914 after over 6 years of research from original archival material comes the book. The mauser oberndorf chapter covers all of the commercial models based on the model 98 action including the standardmodell, banner mausers, contract rifles.
This model is the short rifle issued to cavalry, assault troops and other special purpose troops needing a handier weapon. Mauser kar 98k bolt action rifle without firing pin. Originally, this was intended to be 1 book, but due to the immense amount of information available over 910 pages, the volume was split into 2. How many of you would buy a brand new mauser kar 98k. A 1944 production rc mauser with a dried out stock is going to be a pile of shit compared to a prewar mint condition mosin. I think you got a pretty good deal even id only semi matching. Mauser 98k, model 98, and all its varients the firearms. Make offer large ring mauser k98 k98 sporter hunting rifle wood stock short action finding mauser stock and forend parts if you have a mauser rifle, then you might need a new rifle stock or forend part to keep it in optimum working condition. The karabiner 98k was a controlledfeed boltaction rifle based on the mauser m 98 system. With the adoption of the new 8mm s cartridge in 1903 all of these carbines were modified for the new round. Fn mauser rifles, arming belgium and the world fn mauser rifles, arming belgium and the world, by anthony vanderlinden, is the only book devoted to the history, models, variations, contracts, and accessories of the mauser rifles and carbines built by fabrique nationale and belgian arsenals. The heavy recoil and foot long muzzle flash from these modified carbines lead to a suspension of production in 1905.
Jan 12, 2016 i was wondering what the value of a registered with papers german mauser kar 98k 7. I currently live in the northern ireland and im very limited in regards to what i can own. I was wondering what the value of a registered with papers. Lustybooks features large collection of premium sex stories and vintage ebooks from a variety of authors. Included are 5 pieces of metal shells which server as magazine for bbs and which the guns during fire will throw out. This change made it easier to rapidly operate the bolt. The karabiner 98k is a controlledfeed boltaction rifle based on the mauser m98 system. The german gewehr 98k infantry rifle was a capable and refined military boltaction rifle design. M1948 series mauser short rifles the next yugoslav postwar production rifle was the 7. Originally, this was intended to be 1 book, but due to the immense amount of information available over 910 pages, the volume was split into 2 books, which are sold together as a set. The main reason i ask this was because i didnt use the sniper rifles all too much in the beta and i wanted to know what was the case with the kar 98k. Unlike a lot of other books out there, this one contains a great deal of original research as well as stunning photography. I was wondering what the value of a registered with papers german mauser kar 98k 7.
German kar 98a mauser erfurt 1917 ref reference library. Karabiner 98k volume 2 a bruce karem, michael steves on. Just added a mauser kar 98k to the collection the high road. Many of the firms that place these ads offer to handselect certain receiver codes for a fee. I thought this would be a good subject for discussion, so examination of known examples follow. K98k i dont know why i thought that it was obvious, but youre right, it was notthe are several variants of the kar 98 a, b, m, k. The first of a three part series, this book covers preworld war two development and production of the mauser 98k series of rifles.
You put the firing pin in that hole, and push down and rotate the safety block to disassemble the bolt. Everything about mauser bolt rifles is here and to know and understand mauser rifles is to understand all rifles. The straight bolt handle found on the gewehr 98 bolt had been replaced by a turneddown bolt handle on the karabiner 98k. The chapter on mauser oberndorf is filled with a vast array of documents. The difference between a german kar98k and a yugoslavian m48. A collectors guide to the development and production. If you enjoy classic adult novels, then lustybooks is perfect for you. This forum is dedicated to the karabiner 98k volume i book. We would suggest you consider an m24, a peacetime mauser karbine, considered by some experts to be technically superior to hitlers mausers. The serial numbers for sauer mausers ranged from 478 to 7656.
I version without disassembling disc holes and also without fingergroove. Sauer only produced roughly 7,00 kar 98s for sale by fmzguns. The straight bolt handle found on the gewehr 98 bolt was replaced by a turneddown bolt handle on the karabiner 98k. I thoroughly agree with the two previous contributors. This is a really nice mauser carbine, but i just dont have room for it anymore. These are similar to the midwar 194243 german mauser kar. Open to trades on interesting m1s, will trade up or down. Today we take a look at a german mauser variant that personally we find very interesting. Turk mausers are large ring mausers whose barrel shank has the diameter of small ring mauser so they arent the best choice for customization. During this period, mauser produced a large quantity of model 98k carbines for germany and standardmodell mauser short rifles for export. You can now find these and other books through our astore. This is the standard shoulder weapon of the german army and is very similar to the m1903 rifle used in the american army.
Want to know is this rifle be more collectable than k98k or 98k kreigsmodell. The difference between a german kar98k and a yugoslavian. Jun 16, 2016 the difference between a german kar98k and a yugoslavian m48 mauser rifle mike b. Kar98a erfurt 1917 8mm mauser with bayonet and scabbard, looks like its got a clean bore, nice stock and the leather sling and leather frog are in great condition. German kar 98a carbine rifles collectors source, military collectibles online thanks. This bayonet gets its name from the round spine that runs the length of the blade, like the quill of a feather. Buy a nonnazi mauser k98 before these are all gone too. Extensive bibliography listing all the books, articles and foreign sources to date. The straight bolt handle found on the gewehr 98 bolt was replaced. The karabiner 98k was derived from earlier rifles, namely the mauser. Like it was said earlier, the ring is a bolt take down disc. It is complete with a cleaning rod and brown leather sling. For sale or trade wwii german kar 98k mauser rifle. Fn mauser rifles, arming belgium and the world, by anthony vanderlinden, is the only book devoted to the history, models, variations, contracts, and accessories of the mauser rifles and carbines built by fabrique nationale and belgian arsenals.
Backbone of the whermacht german k98k rifle, 193445. In all, the book is composed of 586 pages a nd more than pictures. Gun boards forum has a good kar 98k section of threads. Recently i visited a gun dealer asking about getting into shooting. The difference between a german kar98k and a yugoslavian m48 mauser rifle mike b. I prefer the 98k myself because their shorter barrels are less unwieldy. Mauser kar 98 rifle pin by paolo marzioli mauser sniper. A collectors guide to the development and production of the german k98k service rifle from 1939 1944. Becuase ive research mauser rifles for almost 15 years and the only time ive heard of an extended magazine being used is the rare 20 round trencher magazine that was tested. Replica of mauser model kar98k with stock in wood imitation, metal barrel body and a metal internal mechanism. Mauser rifles 1933 to 1945 the nazi period this forum is dedicated to the discussion of mauser rifles used from 1933 to 1945. We have parts, accessories and schematics for your firearm needs. For sale wwii german kar 98k mauser rifle bolt action. These include the stamped cup butt plate and a standard german style 98k bayonet.
This forum is dedicated to the discussion of mauser rifles used from 1933 to 1945. The k98 bayonet was a standard issue item and was accompanied by a bayonet frog to be worn on the reverse left side of the. For sale wwii german kar 98k mauser rifle cmp forums. Collecting and shooting the military surplus rifle 2006.
Mauser rifles 1870 to 1918 the imperial era this forum is dedicated to the discussion of mauser rifles used from 1870 until 1918. During world war ii, on the battlefields of western europe, italy and north africa, the american m1 garand rifle faced off against the german mauser karabiner 98 kurz kar 98k in a bloody fight to the finish between two worthy opponents. The kar 98az remained in service with elements of the german military, police and some paramilitary organisations right through to the end of world war ii with no changes to its siderail marking of kar 98. Sauer only produced roughly 7,00 kar 98s making this a unique find. Girls frontline mauser kar98k 18 scale figure please note that photos shown may differ from the final product. Dec 29, 2010 m1948 series mauser short rifles the next yugoslav postwar production rifle was the 7. Aug 02, 2017 today we take a look at a german mauser variant that personally we find very interesting. I need an honest opinion in regards to pros and cons of both and what you would choose if you could only have one. Mauser bolt rifles by ludwig olson military mauser rifles of the world by robt. The butt has a small brass plate on the right side with the number 27. The serial numbers for this mauser are all matching and are number 3182. A good bore, a good crown, and a nice stock is worth more than an abused and faded example of former greatness.
Originally, this was intended to be 1 book, but due to the immense amount of information. Let me know if you want to see more pictures or have any questions. Becuase ive research mauser rifles for almost 15 years and the only time ive heard of an extended magazine being used is the rare 20 round trencher magazine that was tested with the older. Karabiner 98k volume ii 2 book set third party press. Paintwork is done partially by hand and therefore final products may vary. Kar 98a erfurt 1917 8mm mauser with bayonet and scabbard, looks like its got a clean bore, nice stock and the leather sling and l for sale by cj daley on gunsamerica 907056654. Mauser bolt rifles abebooks abebooks shop for books. The karabiner 98 kurz often abbreviated kar98k, k98, or k98k was a bolt action rifle. During world war ii, the soviet union captured millions of mauser karabiner 98k rifles and refurbished them in various arms. Mauser military rifles of the world gun digest books, 2006. Nice mauser just for your information, here is a picture of a typical mauser stock. The bayonet types for the rifle mauser m1898, which are presented here are only the most common and main groups that the german bayonets can be divided into. Whereas the first book is the endall book ever printed on the k98 mauser, this book does not follow up with the same type of painstakingly researched data. German kar 98a mauser erfurt 1917 ref featured products.
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