Lot n° 261
Estimation :
400 - 600
EUR
Result with fees
Result
: 1 761EUR
Germany, 1st GM. - Lot 261
Germany, 1st GM.
Rare Gewehr G98 bolt-action rifle with "Grabenmagazin" trench magazine for 15 additional rounds (magazine converted and irreversibly limited to 5 rounds, Cat C1 b).
Cal. 7.92 x 57 mm. Serial no. "6758 d". All metal parts in original tan to the same no. Manufacturer's markings on thunderhead: "C. G. HAENEL SUHL 1917". Walnut stock with same no. and good hallmarks. Rod present. Functional mechanism, mirrored barrel. Equipped with original "Grabenmagazin" magazine extender for 15 additional rounds. The trench magazine is complete with its chain retaining the metal wedge used to lock the elevating board when the magazine is removed from the rifle (good condition).
125 cm (72 cm barrel).
Note: In October 1915, it was decided to increase the capacity of the Gewehr 98 rifle, and the first so-called trench magazines appeared, increasing the rifle's capacity from 5 to 20 shots. The first order was for 200,000 units. A further 300,000 were ordered in February 1916. Production of trench magazines ceased in October 1917. Total production of trench loaders reached several million.
RGA: BO434
Weapon classified in category "C1 b" of decree no. 2018-542 of June 29, 2018, and subject to declaration. The purchaser MUST present his identity card and valid hunting permit or shooting license + SIA number + FINIADA file consultation.
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