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This looks like an early K98k that was sporterized judging by the barrel markings made between 1934-1938ish. What's the barrel length? There should be more markings on the barrel under the wood line and if there are any acceptance stamps there, that will determine the manufacturer. Early in K98k...

That's a pretty sweet ac44, really crisp stampings on that stock! You definitely came to the right place to get some more info on it. I'm adding this one to the reference thread, the field modified dust cover is a really neat touch on this one.

That's an absolutely top-notch Banner Mauser right there, I don't think you'll ever find a nicer one than that! The glossy bluing is stunning! Thanks for taking such awesome pics of this one!

There is no definitive way to determine that as all weapons were routed to Heer depots and directly distributed to other branches from those Heer depots as needed starting in 1942 if I remember correctly. This is also why other manufacturers have only the E/H on the side of the stock and there's...

That's an awesome trio! I'd love to see each of these broken down in detail with some good pics, each one should have its own thread!

Those are both awesome Gewehrs! The 1913 is definitely more uncommon but I certainly wouldn't turn up my nose at adding either one to my collection. That 1917 Amberg is in especially stunning condition!

That's a sweet prewar Erfurt, your photography setup and photos are outstanding and really do this rifle justice!

I would strongly agree with what's already been stated that Darrin's book has some of the most current information available and gives a good overview on history and development. And for questions on individual rifles, posting pics here will get you the best assessment as to what's right and...

Das ist ein wunderschönes Amberg Gewehr 98! Ich möchte ein Amberg finden, das genauso schön wie diens!

You always find some wonderful rifles and take such detailed photos, thanks for sharing it here! I really like the shrapnel damage on this one, a really neat touch to an honest warhorse.

It's always nice to see something like this still exists out in the wild, what a great find! You gotta post more pictures though, 5 just isn't going to cut it.

That is a fantastic rifle, I'm certainly jealous at the price you paid for such a beauty! Congrats on a top notch rifle, I'm thinking this one is worthy of making it in the picture reference thread!

That's a sweet rig, both the pistol and the holster are in really nice shape! Is the magazine matching to the pistol?

Damn, that is a stunning example of a byf 42, love the walnut stock on it! Congrats and welcome to the forum!

I really like seeing these early lugers in fine detail and the additional information since my Luger knowledge is lacking. Congrats on getting a wonderful early P08, the unit history and marking are awesome!

Congrats on a nice prewar Gewehr 98! Really neat that this one retains the original bolt, stock, and trigger guard with the Mainz rework and the Bavarian provenance is odd but unique for a WMO.

Always nice to see someone find an intact Gewehr in the wild, I don't even see sporterized examples at my local gun store or gun show. Congrats on picking this one up even with the duffle cut repair.

That's an awesome find, love seeing some history like this! I can only imagine what stories he might have had with that kind of service record.

I really like the quality of BLM made rifles and this one is a perfect showcase of that quality. Congrats on a killer 1939 BLM, I don't think you can find a better one if you tried!

Sweet pickup, love seeing these prewar Gewehrs in great shape like yours! The depot work and salvaged Amberg bolt are a nice touch, congrats!