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LOT 3329
Outstanding Pre-World War II German Railway Marked 1934 Date Mauser Banner Model 98 Bolt Action Rifle - Serial no. C2508, 7.92 mm Mauser cal., 23 1/2 inch round bbl., blue finish, walnut stock. This is a rare early Pre-World War II Mauser “banner” D.R. marked K98k rifle, one of only approximately 3,900 made for the German Railway Security Police (Deutsche Reichsbahn, Bahnschutz). These were some of the very first K98ks made for the German Army under their early rearmament program in 1933/34 under the guise of arming the German Railway Security Force. These were essentially made identical to German Army contract rifles, so that later when these organizations were absorbed by the party they would all have the same configuration of rifles; hence the large circled “D.R./2508” (German Railway Security
Force) property marking stamped into the left of the buttstock. This is a rare transition model between the 1924 commercial Standard Model and the later K98k military rifles as it retains the cross- pin for the “H” pattern front band and the spring retainer for the wide middle band. It has the commercial Mauser banner logo above the “1934” date on top of the receiver ring with the receiver side wall marked, “MAUSER-WERKE A.-G. OBERNDORF A.N.” The left side of the receiver has the crown over “B”, “U”, “G” and “N” proofs. It has its original pre-war walnut stock and handguard featuring finger grooves on the sides and a flat metal buttplate. Retains all the original early milled components, barrel bands, trigger guard, and floor plate and all have their original matching serial numbers. It has the early rust blued metal finish with a light oiled/varnish finish on the wood components. Includes an original cross-hatched brown leather sling and an early Mauser banner commercial style spring-
loaded muzzle cover, unlike the later wartime covers. CONDITION: Excellent, retains 97% plus bright original blue finish on the all the metal parts showing only a few light handling marks. Stock is also excellent, with sharp defined edges and grasping grooves, some scattered light handling marks, some mild dings on top of the wrist behind the receiver tang, and a crisp stamp in the left of the buttstock. Mechanically excellent. Estimate: 4,500 - 7,000
LOT 3330
Outstanding World War II German Diverted 1941 Portuguese Contract Mauser m/937B K98k Bolt Action Rifle - Serial no. H12665, 7.92 mm Mauser cal., 23 1/2 inch round bbl., blue finish, walnut stock. This 1941 dated rifle was originally manufactured by the Mauser factory under a commercial contract for the country of Portugal, designated the m/937B, but due to demand was diverted to the German Army for use in the early stages of World War II. The top of the receiver is marked with an “eagle/135” acceptance proof above the large Portuguese Crest and “1941” date. The receiver side wall is marked “MAUSER-WERKE A.G. OBERNDORF A.N.” The left rear side of
the barrel and receiver have the large German eagle firing proof. This model features the early milled barrel bands, trigger guard and floorplate. A large Portuguese crest over “1941” is stamped on the left of the stock behind the bolt takedown hole. “(eagle)/WaA135” Waffenamt proofs stamped in the stock behind the trigger guard, on the right of the buttstock and bottom of the buttstock. It is complete with an original cleaning rod, front sight hood, and an original contract matching number bayonet and scabbard. The rifle has all matching visible serial numbers including the receiver, bolt
assembly, barrel bands, rear sight, floorplate, trigger housing and stock CONDITION: Excellent, retains 98% plus attractive original commercial style blue finish with a few light handling marks. Stock is also excellent with defined edges, some light handling marks, and crisp stampings. Mechanically excellent Estimate: 3,000 - 4,500
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LOT 3331
Exceptional World War II German Occupation “jhv/43” Code FEG Model 98/40 Bolt Action Rifle - Serial no. 3938H, 7.92 mm Mauser cal., 24 inch round bbl., blue finish, hardwood stock. Manufactured during the German occupation of Hungary. Hooded blade front and tangent rear sights, with “jhv/43” marked receiver ring. Matching numbers are present overall, including the bolt, bolt components, trigger guard, floorplate, barrel bands, rear sight and stock. Waffenamt inspection stamps on various components. Fitted with a smooth pistol grip stock. Includes period leather sling. CONDITION: Excellent, retains 90% original blue finish with some light cycling wear on the bolt, and some smooth brown patina around the front sight. Stock is very fine as lightly sanded and re-oiled, with some light handling marks and otherwise defined edges. Mechanically excellent. Estimate: 2,500 - 3,750
Scarce Czech CZ vz. 33 Bolt Action Carbine - Serial no. 8165, 7.92 mm Mauser cal., 19 1/2 inch round bbl., blue finish, walnut stock. Approximately 25,300 vz. 33 rifles were manufactured between 1934-1940 for Czechoslovakia. Of these, approximately 20,000 were issued to the Gendarmerie (Police Forces) and 4,300 to the Financial Guard (Border Guard). Once Czechoslovakia fell under German occupation, this platform was the basis for what became the Gewehr 33/40 carbine used by German mountain troops. “E(lion)35” marked on the left of the receiver ring above the serial number. “CETN/8165” Gendarmerie marked circular disk located on the right of the buttstock. Includes a cross-hatched brown leather sling. CONDITION: Very fine, retains 85% plus original blue finish with a few light wear spots. Wood is fine with numerous scattered scratches and dents, a few minor chips, a small filled in repair on the right of the buttstock, and defined edges. Mechanically excellent. Estimate: 2,000 - 3,500 LOT 3333 German Mauser “S/42” Code “1936” Date K98k Bolt Action Rifle - Serial no. 5370B, 7.92 mm Mauser cal., 23 1/2 inch round bbl., blue finish, walnut stock. Manufactured relatively early during the pre-World War II period of German re-armament, this Mauser K98k bears the “S/42” Mauser manufacturer code over “1936” date on the receiver ring, “MOD.98” on the left receiver rail, and a set of “eagle/63” and “droop eagle” inspection marks on the right of the receiver ring. The barrel is fitted with the standard blade and tangent sights, and matching numbers are present on multiple components, including the bolt and stock. Fitted with a smooth pistol grip stock with a flat steel buttplate and a brown leather sling. Includes a steel muzzle cover. CONDITION: Fine, retains 70% arsenal refurbished blue finish with smooth gray patina on the balance, a few areas of light pitting, and sharp markings in the metal overall. Stock is very good as arsenal refurbished, with some scattered light handling marks. Mechanically excellent. Estimate: 1,400 - 2,250
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