Hi Folks...I am new to the world of Mausers but bought one K98 and now I want another. I am not so much a collector as a shooter and appreciate the accuracy and well built attributes of this fine old gun.
I am interested in a gun listed as a Kar 98...I don't know the difference between a Far 98 and a K 98 but am studying...trouble is...the gun is going to be sold before I learn the different Mausers. A lot of sellers listing these guns have less knowledge than I do...thus I come to you with hat in hand.
I am particularly concerned with the barrel crown...it looks cut off. I have attached a picture
Would you please advise. Here is the listing:
Make: MAUSER
Model: KAR 98
Gauge: .7.92 x 57mm (8mm)
SN#: 2430
Action Type: Bot Action
Barrel Length / Condition: 26”, nice condition, bluing has turned a nice grey patina
Ribbing (Y/N): No
Receiver Condition (ie. Bluing, Engraving, etc.): Great with with wear, blue loss
Stock Condition (ie.Checkering, Wear, etc.): Some minor handling wear. Nice looking
Fore-end Condition (ie. Checkering, Wear, etc.): Same as above
Kind of Sights (ie. Front, Rear): front fixed sight, fit for scope
Trigger/Grip: Nice
Recoil Pad: Bishop butt plate
I am interested in a gun listed as a Kar 98...I don't know the difference between a Far 98 and a K 98 but am studying...trouble is...the gun is going to be sold before I learn the different Mausers. A lot of sellers listing these guns have less knowledge than I do...thus I come to you with hat in hand.
I am particularly concerned with the barrel crown...it looks cut off. I have attached a picture
Would you please advise. Here is the listing:
Make: MAUSER
Model: KAR 98
Gauge: .7.92 x 57mm (8mm)
SN#: 2430
Action Type: Bot Action
Barrel Length / Condition: 26”, nice condition, bluing has turned a nice grey patina
Ribbing (Y/N): No
Receiver Condition (ie. Bluing, Engraving, etc.): Great with with wear, blue loss
Stock Condition (ie.Checkering, Wear, etc.): Some minor handling wear. Nice looking
Fore-end Condition (ie. Checkering, Wear, etc.): Same as above
Kind of Sights (ie. Front, Rear): front fixed sight, fit for scope
Trigger/Grip: Nice
Recoil Pad: Bishop butt plate