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LOT 1404
Rare Documented Late World War II German Mauser “byf 45” Code K98k Bolt Action
Rifle, Two-Digit Serial Number “22”, with K98V Rear Sight - Serial no. 22, 7.92 mm Mauser cal., 23 3/4 inch round bbl.,
phosphate finish, laminate stock. Manufactured in 1945, reportedly one of 12 rifles manufactured for troop trials in the
final weeks of World War II in Europe. This specific rifle, while not mentioned by serial number, is pictured on page 162
of “Mauser Military Rifles of the World” by Robert Ball. Features a fixed post front sight, a rare prototype
K98V pattern adjustable sliding notch tangent rear sight (graduated from 100 to 500 meters), the model
designation “Mod.98” over the “byf 45” factory code on the “eagle/135” proofed receiver ring, the two-
digit serial number “22” on the left of the receiver ring, “44 N 2” code on the barrel, “eagle/swastika” proofs
on the left of the receiver and barrel, along with a late pattern trigger housing with enlarged stamped
trigger guard. Fitted with a laminate stock, handguard absent, with faint stamps on the right of the butt.
CONDITION: Fine, retaining 70% plus original phosphate finish with silvering on the trigger housing, plum coloration
and light cycling wear on the bolt, a counter-bored muzzle, some minor freckling, limited pitting, light handling marks,
and clear markings. The stock is also fine as restored with a few de-lamination lines and minor handling marks. The bolt’s
extractor and striker assemblies are absent, mechanically needs work.
Estimate: 5,000 - 7,500
As pictured & described in Mauser
Military Rifle of the World by Ball
LOT 1403
Desirable World War II J.P. Sauer & Sohn Luftwaffe Issue Survival M30 Drilling - Serial no. 334704,
12/9.3x74R gauge, 25 1/2 inch solid rib bbl., blue/casehardened finish, walnut stock. Manufactured by Sauer
& Son c. 1941-1942 on contract for the Luftwaffe, the M30 Drilling was a commercial grade hunting weapon
that could be stowed aboard bombers and other large aircraft in a specially prepared case, and used to forage
local game if the crew had to wait a long time for rescue after “ditching” on land. At least in theory, the dual
shotgun barrels and single rifle barrel gave the ability to address nearly any game animal that may be reasonably
encountered, from small birds up to large herbivores, and anecdotal reports from the time indicate that they were regulation equipment
for bombers operating in/over North Africa. Blued “KRUPP-LAUFSTAHL” barrels, with a fixed bead sight at the front, a flip-up rear rifle sight
controlled by the selector switch, light decorative band engraving at the rear, a prominent “Luftwaffe eagle” on the right chamber and a
combination of commercial proofmarks and a Luftwaffe “eagle/L2” on bottom at breech. Light scrollwork is present on the casehardened
frame, with three indicator pins, barrel selector and “S/K” selector markings on the upper tang, Greener-style safety on the left, and dual
triggers with a single set front trigger. Fine checkering is present on the splinter forearm and pistol grip stock, the latter showing a lightly
engraved casehardened gripcap, right handed cheek rest, a “Luftwaffe eagle” stamp on the right side, and a serrated buttplate with “SuS” monogram. Length of pull is 14 inches.
CONDITION: Very good, with 80% of the original blue finish, showing some minor wear concentrated around the muzzles, and 60% of the vivid case colors, with a bright silver appearance to the underside
of the frame and triggerguard. The forearm is very good, with a few scuffs and dings, and the revarnished buttstock is fair as repaired, with chipping on the right side near the frame and at the toe, a wood
peg installed in the wrist, and mild scuffing and dings overall. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 7,500 - 12,000
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