MassachussettsM1
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Hello folks!
I am fairly new to collecting as I only just recently acquired my LTC. But I am a huge C&R fan and a history buff. Especially WW2 history. Always have been since I was a very little kid fascinated with the history involving World War 2. I just am bewildered by the moments of valor and sacrafice so many of these brave men made. The brotherhood and determination they shared and the unity and heroism they achieved. It brings a tear to my eye to hold these relics of war and the tools used by the bravest and greatest generation of men to ever live.
The other day I went to my local gun store. I do as I always do and ask the fella if they had any world war 2 bolt actions or anything WW2 for sale. At first he said no. But then he found one that they had just gotten in. And it was a K98 Mauser. I didn't know much about the proof markings, but I noticed it had all matching numbers. And no matter what WW2 bolt action you hand me. I want it!
I paid 300 for the rifle. And I am absolutely in love with it.
It is an AX 1940. Which I believe might be one of the rarer ones. And it has all matching 7855 numbers. I think the only part that might have been replaced is the bolt but i'm not sure. The stock is in fantastic shape.
The Rifle was unfortunately sporterized. I have been debating weather or not to go through the process of hunting down a non molested stock. But I really love the way it feels and shoots.
Here are some of my groupings from 25 yards. Keep in mind that I suck lol
I was wondering if anyone could teach me what the proof markings mean. I believe it says 280 underneath a eagle with a nazi symbol. It is very neat. The rifle also needs a butt plate. But those are fairly cheap.
Thanks for sharing any info. Have a great weekend!
P.S I was reccomended to these forums by Ultimate Shield. Thanks again sir
I am fairly new to collecting as I only just recently acquired my LTC. But I am a huge C&R fan and a history buff. Especially WW2 history. Always have been since I was a very little kid fascinated with the history involving World War 2. I just am bewildered by the moments of valor and sacrafice so many of these brave men made. The brotherhood and determination they shared and the unity and heroism they achieved. It brings a tear to my eye to hold these relics of war and the tools used by the bravest and greatest generation of men to ever live.
The other day I went to my local gun store. I do as I always do and ask the fella if they had any world war 2 bolt actions or anything WW2 for sale. At first he said no. But then he found one that they had just gotten in. And it was a K98 Mauser. I didn't know much about the proof markings, but I noticed it had all matching numbers. And no matter what WW2 bolt action you hand me. I want it!
I paid 300 for the rifle. And I am absolutely in love with it.
It is an AX 1940. Which I believe might be one of the rarer ones. And it has all matching 7855 numbers. I think the only part that might have been replaced is the bolt but i'm not sure. The stock is in fantastic shape.
The Rifle was unfortunately sporterized. I have been debating weather or not to go through the process of hunting down a non molested stock. But I really love the way it feels and shoots.
Here are some of my groupings from 25 yards. Keep in mind that I suck lol
I was wondering if anyone could teach me what the proof markings mean. I believe it says 280 underneath a eagle with a nazi symbol. It is very neat. The rifle also needs a butt plate. But those are fairly cheap.
Thanks for sharing any info. Have a great weekend!
P.S I was reccomended to these forums by Ultimate Shield. Thanks again sir