Nice score. made by Gustloff Werke in 1942 according to the code. BYS indicates barrel code for Ruhrstahl AG. Looks to be in good shape from here. Great to own such an heirloom. Does the bolt match the gun's serial number by the way?
For sure heavy mech! Just stick an SS stamp anywhere to fool the unwary. Can't even be bothered to look at an original. Never forget the 4 inch SS marking on the stock of a 98k from some retard.
Man think a few volumes could be written on just all the faked shite that is out there. Afraid it will never end and the unwary/stupid will continue to get hosed.
Would the serial on the stock also be on the area under pistol grip of stock called "keel" on a 1940 42 code rifle. My 1940 Borsigwalde 243 98k has the serial stamped there also.