Hello - I am now in possession of a BCD Mauser that I believe is a Russian capture with no import marks. Backstory here is that for a year or so, on and off, I've always wanted one in my small and modest collection, so when I saw this one, I put in the lowest minimum bid, and happen to win it.
That said, I have not paid for it yet, and wanted to confirm a few things, as it's curious to me that there is NO DATE stamp. https://www.wehrmacht-awards.com/ says that with FEW EXCEPTIONS - all k98's were marked with mfg. code and dates on top of receiver.
Description is as follows: The bluing and the wood are in very good condition. This one all matching numbers however there is no markings on the barrel bands,floor plate. The bore has crisp rifling but there is some frosting and darkness. This a non import marked example. Please keep a eye out as we have a bunch of these K98's to bring to the market!
I am interested to learn what I can from the great minds here, and here are all the pictures I have, an thoughts would be great, and if someone has an estimated value as well, that would be appreciated.
Thank you in advance!
That said, I have not paid for it yet, and wanted to confirm a few things, as it's curious to me that there is NO DATE stamp. https://www.wehrmacht-awards.com/ says that with FEW EXCEPTIONS - all k98's were marked with mfg. code and dates on top of receiver.
Description is as follows: The bluing and the wood are in very good condition. This one all matching numbers however there is no markings on the barrel bands,floor plate. The bore has crisp rifling but there is some frosting and darkness. This a non import marked example. Please keep a eye out as we have a bunch of these K98's to bring to the market!
I am interested to learn what I can from the great minds here, and here are all the pictures I have, an thoughts would be great, and if someone has an estimated value as well, that would be appreciated.
Thank you in advance!
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