SOLD - Terrific Nazi G.43 - Rare Code

Description

8/25/22 - This is a terrific example of an all matching Nazi G.43 rifle with bcd manufacturer's code. These rifles were the first true production G43 rifles. They are characterized by the type 1 milled receiver and milled components. It is estimated that approximately only 40,000 of this type were produced with the probability that this model was assembled at the Buchenwald concentration camp under the SS, as noted in "Hitler's Garands". The left side of the receiver is marked "bcd 6973a G.43" along the bottom with an asterisk/sunburst proof mark above it. The matching bolt carrier is also the early type 2 rough cast version similar to the G41 series of rifles that retains the solid cocking knob on the left side and the bolt hold open latch on the right side without the reinforcing web on top. The rifle is in fantastic condition with one major caveat, which is the duffel cut in the stock. The original finish on the metal parts is otherwise excellent, as is the condition of the wood parts. It has several sharp waffenamts and the matching serial number is clearly marked. Comes with original cleaning rod and sight hood, and has an 'aye' marked magazine. Bore is shiny with strong rifling but has minor frost at some points.