Mauser Mod 98 Serial Numbers

Mauser Model GEW 98 Bolt Action Sniper Rifle. Mauser Model 1924 Bolt Action Rifle. Because Germany lost World War One, their military and armament were severely limited under the Treaty of Versailles. Following the war both FN in Belgium and the Czechs began producing a shortened version of the 98 Mauser called the Model 1924. The Mauser Karabiner Model 98k was the work horse of the German military during WWII. While outmatched by semi-automatic rifles like the M1 Garand. The Model 98 is still one of, if not the best bolt-action design in history. Many rifle such as the Springfield 1903 and Remington 700 based or flat out stole the Mauser action design.

What is a good website to use to help with identification of a model 98 German Mauser, such as the proof marks and serial number dating. The Gewehr 98 is a German bolt action rifle made by Mauser firing cartridges from a 5-round. See virtual tour pics for details of font type and location of serial numbers. Check under wood for matching serial numbers on handguard and stock. Check for availability of correct WWII K98k sling with German Waffenamt WaA markings, which by itself can add approximately $100-$150 value to the rifle. Collector's Comments and Feedback: 1. What is a good website to use to help with identification of a model 98 German Mauser, such as the proof marks and serial number dating. The Gewehr 98 is a German bolt action rifle made by Mauser firing cartridges from a 5-round.

MAUSER WERKE

Established in 1869 by Peter and Wilhelm Mauser, this company came under effective control of Ludwig Loewe and Company of Berlin in 1887. In 1896, latter company was reorganized under name Deutsches Waffen und Munition as it is better known, DWM. NOTE: Historical information, technical details, photos and prices on military Mausers see Standard Catalog of Military Firearms, 8th Edition, Gun Digest Books 2016.

Choose your Firearm

By Photos

By Series

By Model

MODEL 1896 BROOMHANDLE MAUSER PISTOL

CARBINE MODELS

CHINESE COPIES

MAUSER POCKET PISTOLS

MODEL HSc

Mauser 98 Serial Number Database

MAUSER RIFLES—RECENT PRODUCTION

Mauser Mod 98 Serial Numbers 1

CURRENT MAUSER PRODUCTION PISTOLS

Sold for: $1,230.03

Make: dou (Waffen Werke, Brunn, Bystrica) Waffen Werke Bystrica is located in Slovakia and is the sister factory to Waffen Werke Brunn in Czechoslovakia.

Model: K98

Serial Number: 8658

Year of Manufacture: 1944

Caliber: 8mm Mauser (7.92X57mm)

Action Type: Bolt Action with Internal Magazine

Markings: There is no visible import mark. The top of the receiver is marked with a Nazi Waffenamt Eagle over “WaA A80”, the factory code “dou” and the year “44”. The left side of the receiver is marked “Mod. 98”. The bolt handle, rear of the bolt body, safety lever (faded), top rear of the bolt body (faded) and barrel are marked with the serial number “8658”. The magazine plate, nose cap and barrel band and are marked “8958”. The barrel is also marked with a Nazi Eagle over Swastika, “M”, “E”, a triangle, “dou” and with two faded inspection stamps Eagle over “180”. The underside of the bolt handle is marked with an inspection stamp that is faded. The tang in front of the magazine is marked “byf” and with an inspection stamp. The sling well is marked “B” and “H”.

Barrel Length: Approximately 24”

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a hooded, inverted “V” post. The rear sight is a sliding “V” notched sight elevator marked from “1 – 20”.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The two piece hardwood stock has a pistol grip, sling well, sling pass through, metal nose cap, barrel band with sling loop, through bolt, domed washer and metal butt plate. The stock has various small scrapes and scratches. There are compression marks under the stock. There is a thin hairline crack in front of the magazine. The LOP measures 13” from the front of the trigger to the back of the butt plate. The stock rates in about Very Good overall condition.

Type of Finish: Blue

Finish Originality: Original, except the bolt body was refinished.

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is deep. There is light erosion near the muzzle.

Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 85% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows the beginning of a brown patina. The front of the barrel, front sight band and hood show light scratches and fading. There are several small marks on the receiver. The bolt release lever and bolt body do not match the finish of the rifle. The stock metal shows wear and the butt plate also shows some corrosion. The screw heads are intact. The markings are deep. Overall, this rifle rates in about Very Good condition.

8mm Mauser Mod 98

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this rifle.

Box, Paperwork& Accessories: This rifle comes with a leather sling that is marked “MADE IN / GEMANY” on the inside. It show light wear and is in Very Good to Fine condition.

Our Assessment: This German Mauser K98 was made at the Waffen Werke Bystrica factory which was located in Slovakia during WWII. The rifle has clear Nazi marks and does not have Russian Capture marks. This rifle is ideal for the Military Surplus or WWII collector. Nazi marked k98 rifles are nowhere near as common as the used to be back in the “good old days”, so If you don’t have one, get one.