![]() The K98k is often confused as being the earlier Model 98 design however, there are notable differences between them. The "98" is derived from the earlier rifle's year of adoption (1898), though the carbine itself was adopted in 1935. In the name K98k, the first "K" stands for karabiner (carbine) and the second "k" for kurz (short). ![]() The K98k was first adopted by the Wehrmacht in 1935 to be their standard issue rifle, with many older versions being converted and shortened as well as the design itself entering production. The design was based on developed from the Karabiner 98b, one of the carbines developed from the Model 1898 mentioned before. For some video history on the K43 (and G41 if you search) see the Forgotten Weapons You Tube channel at: /watch?v=zUjPeAgvf3U.The Karabiner 98k "Mauser" (often abbreviated "K98k" or "Kar98k") was adopted in the mid 1930s and would be the most common infantry rifle in service within the German Army during World War II. The K43 has a much improved gas system (borrowed from the Russians) and is much more reliable than its predecessor the G41. It even comes with some spare bolt parts. This was done to simplify production while the Nazis were getting their butts kicked near the end of WWII. It was built without a hold open latch on the top cover. Our Assessment: This Nazi marked K43 was made in 1944 by Walther. The butt has small spare bolt parts stored inside see photos. It shows scrapes, small scratches, and areas of thinning. From our research we believe it is a post war magazine made on Nazi factory equipment (/g43_mags.html). As with all previously owned firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.īox, Paperwork & Accessories: The rifle comes with one ten round magazine. Mechanics: The action functions correctly. Overall, this rifle rates in about Very Good Plus condition, as refinished. The bottom metal shows small scratches and discoloration from oxidation. The front sight shows oxidation and is scratched on both sides. The receiver, top cover, and barrel show scrapes & small scratches. The original blue finish below it shows some discoloration from oxidation. Some of the new blue finish on the receiver and top cover has been lost. Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 95% of its metal finish, as refinished. The stock rates in about Very Good Plus overall condition as refurbished.īore Condition: The grooves are grey and the rifling is deep. The LOP measures 13 ½ inches from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The sides of the stock show spots of mildew. Areas of the finish have been dulled by scuffs. The stock shows various scrapes & compression marks. The nosecap is secure but does not slide back far enough to lock onto the retaining spring. It is missing a piece of wood under its nosecap retaining spring. The front of the forearm is pieced together. The rear of the crack flexes slightly when pressure is applied. It shows a long glued & repaired crack down the center. The buttplate shows scrapes, oxidation & excess wood finish. Stock Configuration & Condition: The two piece laminate stock has a pistol grip, metal nosecap with sling bar, hole for the missing cleaning rod, through bolt, sling well with pass through, and a metal buttplate with hinged door for storage. The right side of the receiver has integral rail for an optic. The rear sight is a “V” notched sliding escalator marked from “1-12”. Sights / Optics: The front sight is a bladed post atop a ramped base. ![]() The bottom of the post WWII magazine is marked “MADE IN DENMARK”. The left side of the butt is marked with an “eagle / swastika / 359” stamping. The top cover is stamped with what resembles a backward “46” next to the charging handle. The left side of the top cover is marked with an “eagle / 359” inspection stamp and with the serial number. The right side of the receiver is marked with an “eagle / 359” inspection stamp. The left side of the receiver is marked with an “eagle / swastika”, an “eagle / 359” inspection stamp, “K 43”, “ac / 44”, with the serial number “3761”, and with a partial stamp at the wood line. The left side of the barrel shank (under the handguard) is marked with a small Nazi “eagle / swastika” and with a small “eagle” inspection stamp. Markings: There is no visible import mark. See page 112 of Darrin Weaver’s book, Hitler’s Garands – German Self loading Rifles of World War II.Īction Type: Semi Auto, Detachable Magazine Based on the lack of cosmetic milling to the receiver and the lack of a bolt hold-open latch, this rifle was produced in the last 3 months of 1944. Initially named the Gewehr 43 (abbreviated G43, K43, Gew 43, Kar 43). In 1944 “ac” was the Nazi code for Walther. ![]()
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