SOLD - Rare Nazi G98/40 Rifle - 1941 Mfg

Description

3/30/22 - This is a rare Nazi issued rifle, made in 1941 at the FEG factory in Hungary. These rifles were originally manufactured during the early part of WWII as the Hungarian model 35, at the Metal Goods and Weapons Factory, Budapest, Hungary. After the take over of the Hungarian factory by the Germans these rifles were designated the model G98/40 and the factory was given the wartime code of "jhv". This rifle is similar in function and operation to the standard K98 rifle with nearly identical front and rear sights, making training and reissue very easy. The top of the receiver is marked "jhv/41" the wartime code for the Hungarian factory and 1941 for the year of manufacture. The left receiver side wall is marked "G98/40" and the left side of the receiver and barrel have the large German Eagle firing proof. This one has a mismatched trigger group and stock. Matching numbers on the bands, receiver, barrel, rear sight and bolt. Stock is in excellent condition but was lightly sanded at some point. Excellent bore with just a tiny bit of frost and freckling. Finish on the metal parts is original throughout but shows some general thinning and patina in most areas.