Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this historic bolt-action rifle today for auction, this is the World War I 1916 Spandau Gewehr 98 Rifle!
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This example will ship with a J.Corts Sohn Remscheid bayonet! According to the owner, "The bayonet is one of the original WWI bayonets that the Germans were famous for turning into the infamous and widely feared "saw back" bayonets."
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Spandau
Model: Gewehr 98
Serial: 4301
Date of Manufacture: 1916
Caliber: 7.92x57mm Mauser (AKA 8mm Mauser)
Finish: Blue “In The White”
Barrel Length: 29.1"
Optics/Sights: Blade Front with Adjustable Lange Vizier “Roller Coaster” Rear Sight
Stock/Grips: Smooth Walnut
Action: Bolt-Action
Markings: Standard / The top of the receiver is stamped with an imperial crown, the manufacture “Spandau” and the date of manufacture “1916”. The left side of the ejector wall is stamped “Gew. 98.”. The left side of the receiver is stamped with a German Eagle proof mark. The right side of the receiver is stamped with three German-proof marks. The right side of the stock is also stamped with German-proof marks. All parts are serial number matching!
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Gewehr 98, the standard issue rifle of the Imperial German Army during the Great War, is the quintessential “German Mauser” and the progenitor of one of the most successful bolt-action rifles of all time. The French had taken the world by storm with their introduction of smokeless powder in the Lebel Rifle of 1886, prompting a swift response from their chief rival, the German Empire. In reaction, Germany introduced the Gewehr 88, a rifle developed by a commission that borrowed elements from various contemporary designs. However, the Gewehr 88 fell short of expectations, leading to the development of a new rifle a decade later. Designed by Paul Mauser, the Gewehr 98 was officially adopted in 1898 and quickly established itself as possibly the best bolt-action system ever designed. Featuring a 7.92×57mm Mauser cartridge renowned for its power and accuracy, the Gewehr 98 is marked by its long, 740 mm barrel, robust steel construction, and a highly reliable bolt mechanism. Its five-round internal magazine, full-length wooden stock, and adjustable Lange Vizier “Roller Coaster" rear sight reflect a blend of durability, operational efficiency, and innovative design. The Gewehr 98 not only fulfilled the demands of trench warfare but also set a new standard in military rifles, influencing subsequent designs, including the Karabiner 98k used in World War II. The rifle's legacy continues as a celebrated example of early 20th-century firearm engineering and its enduring impact on modern infantry tactics.
Contents:
Model: Gewehr 98
Serial: 4301
Date of Manufacture: 1916
Caliber: 7.92x57mm Mauser (AKA 8mm Mauser)
Finish: Blue “In The White”
Barrel Length: 29.1"
Optics/Sights: Blade Front with Adjustable Lange Vizier “Roller Coaster” Rear Sight
Stock/Grips: Smooth Walnut
Action: Bolt-Action
Markings: Standard / The top of the receiver is stamped with an imperial crown, the manufacture “Spandau” and the date of manufacture “1916”. The left side of the ejector wall is stamped “Gew. 98.”. The left side of the receiver is stamped with a German Eagle proof mark. The right side of the receiver is stamped with three German-proof marks. The right side of the stock is also stamped with German-proof marks. All parts are serial number matching!
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Gewehr 98, the standard issue rifle of the Imperial German Army during the Great War, is the quintessential “German Mauser” and the progenitor of one of the most successful bolt-action rifles of all time. The French had taken the world by storm with their introduction of smokeless powder in the Lebel Rifle of 1886, prompting a swift response from their chief rival, the German Empire. In reaction, Germany introduced the Gewehr 88, a rifle developed by a commission that borrowed elements from various contemporary designs. However, the Gewehr 88 fell short of expectations, leading to the development of a new rifle a decade later. Designed by Paul Mauser, the Gewehr 98 was officially adopted in 1898 and quickly established itself as possibly the best bolt-action system ever designed. Featuring a 7.92×57mm Mauser cartridge renowned for its power and accuracy, the Gewehr 98 is marked by its long, 740 mm barrel, robust steel construction, and a highly reliable bolt mechanism. Its five-round internal magazine, full-length wooden stock, and adjustable Lange Vizier “Roller Coaster" rear sight reflect a blend of durability, operational efficiency, and innovative design. The Gewehr 98 not only fulfilled the demands of trench warfare but also set a new standard in military rifles, influencing subsequent designs, including the Karabiner 98k used in World War II. The rifle's legacy continues as a celebrated example of early 20th-century firearm engineering and its enduring impact on modern infantry tactics.
Contents:
This example will ship with a J.Corts Sohn Remscheid bayonet!
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.
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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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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