[Jack Hammer]

This thread opens up the issue of the Mauser k98; it’s a great rifle and a great design, but there are so many variations that it’s difficult to sift through them all with an eye to acquisition of an example. I’d be interested to hear from anyone who has one, and what you think of it? Also, which variation is it and where did you get it?

The whole question came up as the result of the advertisement perpetually in National Rifleman touting the virtues of an outfit calling itself “Mitchell’s Mausers.” It seems that some feel they’re not on the up-and-up, and that their rifles have been refurbished, reblued, and even restamped to make them appear something they’re not. I recently saw one of their rifles in a shop, however, where someone had placed it for resale, and it was absoutely gorgeous. Another company offering the rifle is called Samco, and they seem to be a little more straightforward.

Anyone like to weight in on this topic?

[Shooter 2.5]

I’m going to yell at you and I hope you don’t mind.

NOW IS NOT THE TIME TO BUY COLLECTABLES AND ANTIQUES.

You’re welcome.

[mad_as_he$$]

I have a 98 built in Argentina chambered in 7x57. It was built about the turn of the century. Shoots very well and is devastating out to about 700 yards with a 150 grain boat tail. Bought it off some guy 30 years ago for $40. Keep thinking about putting a scope on it but never quite get around to it. It is my back-up aw$hit weapon. Rugged and very reliable. The ladder sight is dead on but in meters so you have to remember that.