SOLD - Rare, Immaculate Nazi G.41 Rifle Grouping

Description

5/24/22 - This is one of the finest examples of the rare Nazi G.41 rifle that you will ever see. The receiver is marked with 'duv 43' code, denoting it was manufactured at the Berlin-Lubecker factory. There were fewer than 10,000 estimated G41s produced before production switched to the G43/K43. These early G41 series of rifles used the "Bang Gas-Trap" system which employed a barrel mounted "Gas Trap" muzzle cone to trap hot gas that was bled off when the round was fired, which cycled the action. This entire series of rifles was very short lived however it was used extensively on the Eastern Front where a semi-automatic rifles was considered essential for "long-life". Consequently, their survival rate is very low in any condition. The later series of G/K43 rifles did away with the earlier "Bang" gas trap style system and instead used a barrel mounted gas system, that was copied from the Russian Tokarev rifles, making them far more reliable and easier to produce. The Walther design was more successful than the Mauser design at least, as they removed the bolt and had a cleaner receiver area as a result. This particular rifle is all matching and correct, with fully matching numbered parts. The receiver and all numbered areas of the upper/barrel are matching, as is the stock, mag well and trigger assembly. E/214 proofs present on several metal parts. The finish on the metal parts is in fantastic condition, with hardly any wear. The stock is in excellent condition but the markings are slightly faint so it's possible it was sanded lightly years ago. This example also features an accompanying mount and Z.F. 41/1 scope with the mount matching numbered to the gun. The sight picture has a little cloudiness and there is a stray line or scratch in the upper corner. This listing also includes an original manual, a case for the scope, a cleaning kit and a bayonet with scabbard. And the rifle itself also has a sling, sight hood and cleaning rod! So given the condition and the extras included here, you won't find a better example.