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Steyr-Daimler K98k 'bnz 43' Single Rune 8mm SN: 46

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Steyr-Daimler K98k 'bnz 43' Single Rune 8mm SN: 46
Rifle. bolt-Action. German WW2 military issued Infantry rifle. 24" barrel with hooded ramp/post front and tangent rear sights. SS contract rifle. "Single Rune" stamped on receiver ring. It is known that many parts assembled into these rifles were made at Gusen Sub Camp of Mauthausen concentration camp. This explains the lack of some Waffenamts which was not required since they were going into the SS supply chain. (Pages 731-749 in volume IIb "Karabiner 98K, by Bruce Karem, and Mike Steves) Receiver ring stamped "bnz. 43". Eagle/swastika proofs on left barrel, and receiver. Serial number on left receiver, and "Mod. 98". "AU" with "bnz" over "1" in shield stamped on barrel. Serial number matches on receiver, rear sight base, bolt, safety latch, and triggerguard. Right lower stock stamped with waffenamt Eagle/WaW135, also behind triggerguard. "1", "s" stamped in the right sling slot. Waffenamts Eagle/77 right receiver ring, and bolt release. Cleaning rod present. Cupped buttplate stamped with "brg" (H.W.Shmidt, Sachsen) Bore appears good with strong rifling, but dirty. Laminated stock/handguard good with minor scratches/dings. Blued finish is about 80% with handling/edge wear. Action is crisp/tight. Comes with original K98 sling. NRA condition-Very Good. C&R Firearm.