Lot 1186:
German Waffenwerke Oberspree Gewehr 98 Mauser Bolt-Action Rifle, Dated 1918/1920
Sold for: $400
Description
A German Gewehr 98 (G.98.) bolt-action military rifle, manufactured by Waffenwerke Oberspree, as indicated by the receiver markings. The receiver is further marked with dates “1918” and “1920,” along with the serial number “2329.” The rifle features a dark-stained hardwood stock and blued steel metal components, complemented by a bright metal bolt. The caliber is identified as 8mm Mauser, consistent with the Gewehr 98 model. A circular metal disc is present on the buttstock.
Condition report:
The rifle is in used, good-to-fair vintage condition. The wooden stock exhibits significant wear, including numerous scratches, dings, and areas of finish loss, with visible crazing throughout. The metal elements show commensurate wear, including finish thinning, surface patination, and some areas of corrosion, particularly noticeable on the buttplate. The bright metal bolt shows signs of use and age.
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