I hope this is in the right forum. If not I appologize for my ignorance. I have been asked to sell a German Erfurt 1916 Kar 98 Mauser for a friend. Neither of us know anything about this firearm. I'd like to know a ballpark of its worth if possible. The barrel length is 24" and we believe it is chambered in 8 mm. Any details would be very much appreciated. Thanks in advanced!
Advice or opinions wanted on 1916 Erfurt Kar 98 mauser
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Try more pictures or describe it better, does the bolt and trigger guard match the receiver serial? Any damage to the metal, drilling or alteration? Bill is right that such a rifle, even if matching, isn't worth a great deal, but the parts, if decent, are worth more than $100, and matching actions can pull a couple hundred plus at auction. I have sold more than a few barreled receivers for more than $100, even several receivers, much depends on the appearance and condition.
As to a restoration value, it would depend on how nice the metal is, but generally there are about 10 nice 98a actions for every loose stock set, generally unless the action is very nice it isn't worth restoring as a stock will cost as much as the entire rifle would be worth (if you can even find a loose one for sale),- and there are fit issues, you usually can't just drop a 98a action in a 98a stock and call it done, everyone I have tried the stock didn't really fit well without work.
As to a restoration value, it would depend on how nice the metal is, but generally there are about 10 nice 98a actions for every loose stock set, generally unless the action is very nice it isn't worth restoring as a stock will cost as much as the entire rifle would be worth (if you can even find a loose one for sale),- and there are fit issues, you usually can't just drop a 98a action in a 98a stock and call it done, everyone I have tried the stock didn't really fit well without work.
Here are some more pics. I don't have gun with me to look at serial numbers. I'll sell it for $100 if I can. Thx again for your help.
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Thanks, looks like the bolt could be original, maybe matching if you are lucky. If so, it is worth more than $100, but if the bolt alone is nice and original you could sell it alone for $100 or more... if it is totally matching, generally people think it is a "sin" to break it up, but it is worth more that way when the rifle has major issues as this one does.
Be careful with the ammo selection if you decide to shoot it, I would seek advise other than your friend who gave you this ammo too.
Be careful with the ammo selection if you decide to shoot it, I would seek advise other than your friend who gave you this ammo too.
damiencain
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Not correct place but I will buy it right now
Have an 03 ffl as well. I know this is not the correct part of the forum but if ok with moderators please pm me and we can make arrangements. Thank you
Have an 03 ffl as well. I know this is not the correct part of the forum but if ok with moderators please pm me and we can make arrangements. Thank you
