Original German rubber muzzle caps?

[Zeppelin5000]

Can you guys tell me if these muzzle caps are original German? I’m looking for a few and like to be sure they “play the part” lol.

 

[mowzerluvr]

Originals are green, three rib, hollow back with sprue dimple in the center. Those black ones are post war versions if not mistaken.

 

[Zeppelin5000]

Originals are green, three rib, hollow back with sprue dimple in the center. Those black ones are post war versions if not mistaken.
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Thanks man. I knew there had to be some sort of specifics to these, there always is lol. I’ll probably be posting in the trader section eventually looking for some.

 

[mowzerluvr]

There is a guy in Estonia with a whole stash of originals that posts on ebay often enough. Just remember how to spot originals and you will be fine. I may even have a few left, unsure.

 

[Zeppelin5000]

There is a guy in Estonia with a whole stash of originals that posts on ebay often enough. Just remember how to spot originals and you will be fine. I may even have a few left, unsure.

I do see a lot outside of the US. I usually avoid purchasing from overseas though :-/ If you do have a couple and are willing to sell, let me know!

 

[mowzerluvr]

I've had nothing but good luck over the years from European sellers. As long as you know what you're buying. For $5 per cover he has some real nice ones. I've dealt with him over the years for rods, hoods and covers. Pickings are real slim nowdays. I will try to remember if/when I stumble across any.

 

[Zeppelin5000]

I've had nothing but good luck over the years from European sellers. As long as you know what you're buying. For $5 per cover he has some real nice ones. I've dealt with him over the years for rods, hoods and covers. Pickings are real slim nowdays. I will try to remember if/when I stumble across any.

I might need to step out of my comfort zone at some point haha. I did have an offer to purchase a few, but thanks for the help!

 

[mowzerluvr]

Over the years the rubber remained pretty dang strong and pliable but always put them in hot water for a bit before placing them on a rifle and don't leave them on continuously as they have tendency to split.

 

[Zeppelin5000]

Over the years the rubber remained pretty dang strong and pliable but always put them in hot water for a bit before placing them on a rifle and don't leave them on continuously as they have tendency to split.

Thanks for the tip!

 

[plymouthmauser]

And be careful not to shoot them off at the range...3 lost over the years.

t

 

[Zeppelin5000]

And be careful not to shoot them off at the range...3 lost over the years.

t

Note taken haha.