Recent content by aussie01

Thanks Ryan, this makes sense as I imported it from to Oz from Germany where it has been since WW2.

Hi all, I am reaching out for assistance regarding a marking on my 1937 S/42 rifle. It is on the receiver ring, just next to the S/N & proof mark. It appears to be two straight line capital W's, over the top of each other with what appears to be an F at the top. It also has some interesting...

Thoughts about the G.98/40 I would like to get your thoughts on the G.98/40 which were manufactured in Hungary & have jhv on the receiver. Manufactured for the Wehrmacht as was the G.24 (t). Are these as collectable as I think they are?

Hi Dave, Dave here (Aussie01). Thanks for your input. The reason I use online more is because books can become outdated quickly but online can be updated very quickly. I am struggling to decide I will get the value from buying the books advertised on this site, as they will cost me at least $440...

Thanks Guillaume, I have looked & see that the link to ycgg.org/the-guild-library does hold some info, much appreciated. I am looking for data describing production runs specifically, i.e. how many each factory made each year etc.

Hi all, I am pleased to become a member as I think I will be seeking the combined wisdom on a semi-regular basis. I am a keen collector who owns a gun shop in Australia which specialises in collectable guns & due to the rarity of quality K98k's down under (mainly RC's) I have begun to import...

Hi everyone, I am a collector in Australia new to the forum. I am hoping someone can help me with identifying some very strange markings on a rifle I have purchased recently. In particular, I am wondering about the markings on the receiver & barrel which I haven't seen before. You will know what...