I've posted this on some collector sites, but I know there are some knowledgeable people here. So, please excuse if you have seen my post before. I am trying to put all the historical pieces about this rifle together.
I purchased this Mauser from an acquaintance at an outdoor gun range I belong to. I have Swedish Mausers (6.55) but this is my first 98k.
The serial numbers are mix and match. I have linked some codes to their manufacture sites.
An unusual feature is that the lower band swivel for the sling is under the stock, not on the side (like a Belgian F.N. style Mauser). The rear sling swivel is underneath, and the stock has the standard sling slot on the butt stock as well.
Some of the code and serial numbers: Mod 98; 332#; top of receiver byf 41 (Obendorf, I believe); 79 (bore size, I've learned); 335# on bolt top; 49 on safety; 38 on bolt release; floor plate 372#; bolt handle 6446; barrel band 33; front barrel band 208. I've been able to link the numbers 208, 49, 38 and 33 to the Waffennamt manufacturer.
There is a strange number on the top of the receiver. It is 40 funny backwards C0 501, that is: 40 )0 501.
There are 3 eagles with 655 in their claws on the side of the forward end of the receiver.
The side of the butt stock has some stenciled numbers on it.
<img src="http://img51.imageshack.us/img51/3233/98mauser1941buttstocksm.jpg" alt="Image Hosted by ImageShack.us"/><br/>Shot at 2009-12-16
Some other photos:
So, what sort of mish-mash of parts do I have here?
Thank you in advance for your help.
Ron
I purchased this Mauser from an acquaintance at an outdoor gun range I belong to. I have Swedish Mausers (6.55) but this is my first 98k.
The serial numbers are mix and match. I have linked some codes to their manufacture sites.
An unusual feature is that the lower band swivel for the sling is under the stock, not on the side (like a Belgian F.N. style Mauser). The rear sling swivel is underneath, and the stock has the standard sling slot on the butt stock as well.
Some of the code and serial numbers: Mod 98; 332#; top of receiver byf 41 (Obendorf, I believe); 79 (bore size, I've learned); 335# on bolt top; 49 on safety; 38 on bolt release; floor plate 372#; bolt handle 6446; barrel band 33; front barrel band 208. I've been able to link the numbers 208, 49, 38 and 33 to the Waffennamt manufacturer.
There is a strange number on the top of the receiver. It is 40 funny backwards C0 501, that is: 40 )0 501.
There are 3 eagles with 655 in their claws on the side of the forward end of the receiver.
The side of the butt stock has some stenciled numbers on it.
<img src="http://img51.imageshack.us/img51/3233/98mauser1941buttstocksm.jpg" alt="Image Hosted by ImageShack.us"/><br/>Shot at 2009-12-16
Some other photos:
So, what sort of mish-mash of parts do I have here?
Thank you in advance for your help.
Ron