BNZ45 UPDATE

van228

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Hello, new to the Mauser world. I aquired this rifle and would like to see if i can get some info on it. Bolt and receiver numbers match and seems to be in decent shape. Any info would be appreciated as I know nothing about the Mauser. I would also appreciate a value on it as I do not intent to keep it. Thank you in advance.
Mike

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Welcome to the forum! Your rifle is a K98k made in 1945 by Steyr and is in the late war configuration commonly known as the Kriegsmodell. These late war rifles are very simplified compared to earlier rifles and as such, do not have a bayonet lug or cleaning rod and have much lower finish standards compared to earlier rifles. The "T" block was the last block of K98ks made in 1945 before the surrender and many from the block were brought back by GIs after being captured in the immediate post war time. The bolt shroud, cocking piece, and rear sight on this rifle should be numbered as well, take pics of those and verify that they match the serial number. Close ups of the barrel bands would be much appreciated as well. If the rifle is truly all matching and in very good condition, I would reckon a fair value of $2400-$2600. This one is missing the sight hood but not a major detractor and the stock looks very nice from what I see. Link below should give you a good idea of what to look for though different stock wood(walnut vs your standard laminate).

 
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Welcome to the forum Van. Nice rifle! The blued bolt against the phosphate is awesome. Most BNZ T blocks are adorned in walnut, nice to see a laminated.
 
Welcome to the forum! Your rifle is a K98k made in 1945 by Steyr and is in the late war configuration commonly known as the Kriegsmodell. These late war rifles are very simplified compared to earlier rifles and as such, do not have a bayonet lug or cleaning rod and have much lower finish standards compared to earlier rifles. The "T" block was the last block of K98ks made in 1945 before the surrender and many from the block were brought back by GIs after being captured in the immediate post war time. The bolt shroud, cocking piece, and rear sight on this rifle should be numbered as well, take pics of those and verify that they match the serial number. Close ups of the barrel bands would be much appreciated as well. If the rifle is truly all matching and in very good condition, I would reckon a fair value of $2400-$2600. This one is missing the sight hood but not a major detractor and the stock looks very nice from what I see. Link below should give you a good idea of what to look for though different stock wood(walnut vs your standard laminate).

Thank you so much for the info.
 
Thank you for the replies and private messsges. Im away for about 2 weeks, I'll post more pictures then. Thanks
 
Might not have ever had a hood and easy enough to see close up. Wouldn’t add one if that’s the case. And the laminate stock is actually less common than the walnut, much as folks like the latter. Very nice. Don’t touch a thing as others have said. Lots of these around but always a crowd pleaser
 
Im back home from my trip and have taken more pics of the rifle. Im looking to let it go to a more deserving mauser enthusiast. Pm me your offer as there have been many before I was ready to sell. I can send pics through pm or text.
Mike
 
As a mod, I take issue with your method here.
You should put a price on the rifle and post it in the trader section.
I will leave the thread open for a day or so to allow some freedom of action here.
This section is not for posting a rifle to get offers.

The other mods might not be as lenient here.
 
As a mod, I take issue with your method here.
You should put a price on the rifle and post it in the trader section.
I will leave the thread open for a day or so to allow some freedom of action here.
This section is not for posting a rifle to get offers.

The other mods might not be as lenient here.
No worries, i will wdit with a price.
Thanks
 
Hello, new to the Mauser world. I aquired this rifle and would like to see if i can get some info on it. Bolt and receiver numbers match and seems to be in decent shape. Any info would be appreciated as I know nothing about the Mauser. I would also appreciate a value on it as I do not intent to keep it. Thank you in advance.
Mike

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Looking for $2500. Im in NJ so it'll be shipped from my FFL to your FFL.
 
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