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Chiang Kai Shek Type 24 8mm SN: 014423

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:100.00 USD Estimated At:200.00 - 400.00 USD
Chiang Kai Shek Type 24 8mm SN: 014423
Mauser 98 bolt-action rifle made in China at the Gongxian arsenal and called the Zhong Zheng Shi rifle. The date is 25-1 meaning that it was made in January of 1936. it is import marked. The barrel length is approximately 23.5" long. The bolt has no serial number but appears to have Belgian proofs. Metal finish is dark with light pitting overall. Floorplate number doesn't match the receiver and barrel number. No cleaning rod. The butt plate is severely corroded. The action is stiff but works well. The bore is dark and dirty with rifling. It may clean to be better. Wood is dark with dings, dents and scratches. There are missing chips on the handguard, near the floorplate and on the toe of the stock. Condition is poor to fair. *Modern Firearm C&R*