Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this German Mauser bolt-action rifle for a penny-start auction; this is the Steyr "bnz" K98!
According to the owner, “this Mauser BNZ 43, serial number 3720, is an all-numbers-matching veteran bring-back, and, if I remember correctly, it has no import marks.”
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Steyr, Austria. In 1943 “bnz” was the National Socialist German Workers' Party wartime code for (Steyr-Daimler-Puch AG).
Model: K98
Serial: 3720
Date of Manufacture: 1943
Caliber: 8mm Mauser (7.92x57mm)
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 23 ¾"
Optics/Sights: Inverted “V” Post Front with Hood and “V” Notched Blade Rear with Sliding Escalator Marked from “1-20”
Stock/Grips: Smooth One-Piece Stock
Action: Bolt-Action Rifle
Markings: The top of the receiver is marked with an “eagle / WaA623” Waffenamt and “bnz / 43”. The left side of the receiver is marked with an “eagle / swastika,” with the serial number and “Mod. 98”. The right side of the receiver is marked with an “eagle / 77” inspection stamp. The right side is marked with two “eagle / WaA77” Wafenamts. The left side is marked with an “eagle/swastika,” an “eagle / WaA623” Waffenamt, and a shield with “bnz / 1.” The bolt assembly, rear sight base, barrel band, nose cap, and bottom metal are marked with the serial number. There are a few other small markings on the rifle.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Karabiner 98 kurz, commonly abbreviated as Kar98k or K98k, is a notable bolt-action rifle chambered for the 7.92×57mm Mauser cartridge. Adopted by the German Wehrmacht on June 21, 1935, as the standard service rifle, the Kar98k represents a significant development in the evolution of Mauser military rifles. It was one of the final iterations in the storied lineage of Mauser designs, incorporating refinements from earlier models while maintaining the core characteristics that had defined the Mauser rifles for decades.
Model: K98
Serial: 3720
Date of Manufacture: 1943
Caliber: 8mm Mauser (7.92x57mm)
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 23 ¾"
Optics/Sights: Inverted “V” Post Front with Hood and “V” Notched Blade Rear with Sliding Escalator Marked from “1-20”
Stock/Grips: Smooth One-Piece Stock
Action: Bolt-Action Rifle
Markings: The top of the receiver is marked with an “eagle / WaA623” Waffenamt and “bnz / 43”. The left side of the receiver is marked with an “eagle / swastika,” with the serial number and “Mod. 98”. The right side of the receiver is marked with an “eagle / 77” inspection stamp. The right side is marked with two “eagle / WaA77” Wafenamts. The left side is marked with an “eagle/swastika,” an “eagle / WaA623” Waffenamt, and a shield with “bnz / 1.” The bolt assembly, rear sight base, barrel band, nose cap, and bottom metal are marked with the serial number. There are a few other small markings on the rifle.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Karabiner 98 kurz, commonly abbreviated as Kar98k or K98k, is a notable bolt-action rifle chambered for the 7.92×57mm Mauser cartridge. Adopted by the German Wehrmacht on June 21, 1935, as the standard service rifle, the Kar98k represents a significant development in the evolution of Mauser military rifles. It was one of the final iterations in the storied lineage of Mauser designs, incorporating refinements from earlier models while maintaining the core characteristics that had defined the Mauser rifles for decades.
Despite the introduction of semi-automatic and fully automatic rifles during World War II, the Kar98k remained the primary service rifle of the German military until the war's end in 1945. Its enduring service can be attributed to its reliability, accuracy, and robust design, honed over many years. The Kar98k was well-regarded for its performance on the battlefield, even as newer rifle technologies emerged.
Following World War II, millions of Kar98k rifles were captured by Soviet forces. These rifles were then widely distributed as military aid to various countries, contributing to their continued presence in global conflicts long after the war had ended. The widespread distribution of the Kar98k ensured that it remained in use across different regions and conflicts, often appearing in times of unrest when stored weapons were reactivated.
The receivers of Karabiner 98k rifles were stamped with factory codes that indicated both the date and location of manufacture. Initially, these codes were prefixed with "S/" and suffixed with "K" for rifles produced in 1934 or "G" for those from 1935. The numeric code in between specified the manufacturing location. After 1935, the receiver ring was stamped with a two- or four-digit year of manufacture instead of a letter suffix. Starting in 1937, the "S/" prefix was discontinued and replaced by letter codes to denote the location, although some manufacturers continued to use numeric codes beyond this change. For instance, "bnz" was the code used for Steyr-Daimler-Puch.
The Karabiner 98k's legacy is marked not only by its extensive service during one of the most tumultuous periods in modern history but also by its continued relevance in subsequent conflicts due to its broad distribution and enduring design. Its role in both World War II and in various post-war conflicts underscores its significance in the history of military firearms.
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Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
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