If you are having issues or need admin help with something related to the forum operation, feel free to. The rifle went on to see use in other conflicts after world war two and was even used ironically by the israelis. Backbone of the wehrmacht the german k98k rifle 19341945. Better for reliable function in extreme cold, extreme mud, and with ammunition made to poor tolerance. Most everyone knows that the israelis were given a hodgepodge of weaponry. Please note, i do not add new books to my website until i actually have them in stock, as too many times in the past there have been the so called checks in the mail issues with problems from release dates to shipping and so on. This is richard laws most complete revised edition of backbone of the wehrmacht the german k98k rifle which covers the time period of 1934 through the end of wwii in 1945. Short carbine model 98 and the mauser rifle family dating back to the 1890s.
If you want the newest books on the k98k rifle, these are the standard now. A collectors guide to the development and production of the german k98k service rifle from 1939 1944. There are 4 variations of the oberndorf commercial mauser action, the kurtz small. Backbone of the wehrmacht the german k98k rifle abebooks. Yet, only two books have been written about this finest of all mauser rifles, one in. Serial number is 2417 the rifle is all matching with exception of the bolt that has been renumbered to the rifle and i cant quite make out the cleaning rod number bore is very good. This book describes and depicts the k98k rifle, theworkhorse and most. Originally, this was intended to be 1 book, but due to the immense amount of information available over 910 pages, the volume was split into 2 books, which are sold together as a set. The weapon was introduced by order of the kaiser in 1898 as the gewehr 98 and became the standard infantry weapon of all german forces. Chip, my reference on the k98a was ludwig olsons mauser bolt rifles,3rd edition 1976, stating they were introduced in 1908,mainly for the artillery. I myself have vol 1 best k98k book out on the market.
Book sniper variations of the german k98k rifle by richard. Also, i ve set up a new online forum for collectors of the 98k rifle, located at. The k98k rifle there is an excellent series of books on german wwii small arms being written and. K98021 german k98k rifle, service select grade with german markings from wwii 299. Mauser rifles and pistols is also available to purchase in print. During world war ii over ten billion of these rounds in various configurations were produced. This forum is a collection of frequently asked questions, and a good place to start if you are unsure of what to do. Sniper variations completes this important authors in depth study of the german k98k rifle by concentrating on the telescope sighted k98k, the specialist rifle of choice for german snipers during world war ii. In portugal, a large quantity of karabiner 98k rifles made by mauser werke were adopted as the 7. I found this to be the best, most detail source, and historically correct book on the famous german mauser 98k rifle and its accessories. Historically over 90% of the bolt action rifles we have built, have been done so based on one of the variations of the mauser 98 action. They were flooded with thousands of left over k98 mauser rifles after the war, and used them to great effect. This volume details the design improvements to german model 98 rifles through 1938 and adoption of the k98k rifle.
Book sniper variations of the german k98k rifle by richard d. All complete with the military proof marks and acceptance stamps, which read like a history book. Better as a general issue infantry weapon in normal climates and terrain. It contains a detailed description of the history, use and accessories of this rifle, but also covers the sniper rifles, rare variants and special accessories as the curved barrel device and the silencers. A modified, shortened version of the rifle k98k was introduced into the. After release of the book kriegsmodell there was a clamor to write a book detailing the entire k98k story. Up for bid is a used hardcover copy of backbone of the wehrmacht the german k98k rifle from 19341945 by richard d law by collector grade publications. The k98 is also regarded as one of the finest military bolt action rifles in history. The gun is made of metal and imitation wood that looks and feels like the. This is an apolitical forum for discussions on the axis nations and related topics hosted by the axis history factbook in cooperation with christian ankerstjernes panzerworld and christoph awenders ww2 day by day.
Jun 22, 2009 what is the average price of a k98 at the antique arms shows and gun shows. The kriegsmodell war model, was a late war simplification to the kar 98k. Today i am specifically looking at volume i, which covers the k98k rifle, but there are 8 other volumes covering everything from the luger to german antitank weapons. We renamed the kriegsmodell book as volume iii and set out to prepare the prequal. These include actual production and sales data, inventory lists, and cost and sale price calculations for all types of mauser products black powder arms, pistols, military arms the standard modell, the k98k, the mg81 and mg151 and the flak 38, centrefire hunting, sporting and target rifles. Sniper variations of the german k98k rifle volume ii of backbone of the wehrmacht by richard d. This book describes and depicts the k98k rifle, theworkhorse and most important small arm of the german armed forces during world war ii. The karabiner 98k rifle was designed to be used with an s8498 iii bayonet5 and to fire rifle grenades. Obviously there are errors in the book if they were not produced after 1905. Mauser standard issue boltaction rifle for wehrmacht in wwii grandpa to the bolt action used in through vietnam which is the father of the bolt action,my rifle, and also the current sniper rifle since the vietnam war. Also, ive set up a new online forum for collectors of the 98k rifle, located at.
A collectors guide to the development and production of the german k98k service rifle through 1938 volume i new k98k book from the authors of kriegsmodell. With origins dating as far back as world war 1, the famous german army kar 98k kar the abbreviation of karabiner translating to carbine was a direct descendant of the mauser gew 98 rifle of 1898 the standardissue rifle of the imperial german army heading into world war 1. Second, instead of having 8mm for the mausers and 3006 for the browning mgs, they needed to use one basic rifle round to resolve supply issues. Sniper variations completes this important authors indepth study of the german k98k rifle by concentrating on the telescopesighted k98k, the specialist rifle of choice for most german snipers during world war ii.
K98018 german k98k rifle, service grade with german markings from wwii 249. American rifleman the k98k zf 41the first scout rifle. Repro german k98k sniper for saletrade forgotten weapons. The karabiner 98k rifle was used by the reserve branches of the idf well into the 1960s and 1970s and saw action in the hands of various support and lineofcommunications troops during the 1967 sixday war and the 1973 arabisraeli war.
The mauser k98k is an authentic piece of history for any collector. The infanteriepatrone 7,92mm infantry cartridge 8mm was used by the k98k rifle and other weapons. Backbone of the wehrmacht k98k rifle hc book cgp books. Preworld war ii export though most karabiner 98k rifles went to the german armed forces, the weapon was sold abroad in the years prior to world war ii.
Order mauser kar98a parts from numrich providing parts, accessories, and schematics since 1950. Everything for sale on is completely legal to own, trade, transport and sell within the united states of america. In those 10 years the k98k rifle left its mark on the history of the world. As to the book being dated, i have both of the newer, muchhyped versions of the 98k books that are supposedly the newest and best coverage of the 98k, and. The rifle that did not lose the war alex kincaid law. The most comprehensive study ever of the 14,000,000 boltaction k98k rifles produced fro 1934 to 1945 in nazi germany.
I found this to be the best, most detail source, and historically correct book on the famous german mauser 98k rifle and its. This book describes and depicts the k98k rifle, the workhorse and most important small arm of the german armed forces during world war ii. From the american rifleman archives is the story of the k98k, equipped with the lowpower, longeyerelief zf 41 scope, it was the most numerous german sniper rifle of world war ii. The 98k is a true carbine pattern rifle introduced in the 30s as germanys main rifle replacing the gew 98 long rifles. The k98k carries this perfection through multiple features, but its heart and soul is its mauser m98 action.
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So yes, the lack of a reliable, easy to maintain semiauto rifle for all infantrymen was a disadvantage for the germans. Each volume covers all essential information on history. Equipped with new weapons, and bearing lessons well learned from the french, the rifle brigade changed the face of british soldiering for ever. The rifle is in great shape but the bolt has some slop in it so a headspace check is in order.
The 98k is a true carbine pattern rifle introduced in the 30s as germanys main rifle. The history of the k98k, of course, begins with the adoption of the gewehr 98 by german states at the turn of the century. The typical velocity of this round is 2500 fps with a projectile weight of 197. Legal notice international military antiques, inc observes all federal, state and local laws. Jan, 2015 there is an excellent series of books on german wwii small arms being written and published out of the netherlands the propaganda photo series. Matrix kar 98k limited edition gas sniper rifle w real wood. Books and videos book sniper variations of the german k98k rifle by richard d. Every now and then we have a request for a special rifle project. Book authors revised edition backbone of the wehrmacht german k98k rifle.
A collectors guide to the development and production of the german k98k service rifle up to 1938 the k98k rifle was germanys principle battle rifle from 1935 until 1945. Backbone of the whermacht german k98k rifle, 193445 law, richard on. An idiot on another forum tried to say my rifle was a fantasy piecei proved him. Backbone of the wehrmacht the german k98k rifle, 1934. Jan 03, 2004 equipped with new weapons, and bearing lessons well learned from the french, the rifle brigade changed the face of british soldiering for ever. Like a porsche, the k98k is german perfection in design and engineering. In 2006, it was decided to set out to write a comprehensive and complete guide to 1945 production of the kar98k rifle.
It has a double code of bcdar and a very good bore with all waffenamt markings intact for sale by io inc on gunsamerica 976932465. David ramsbotham on rifles by mark urban, a history. Law, deluxe first edition, 1996 240 pages, 291 illustrations. Originally, this was intended to be 1 book, but due to the immense amount of information available over 910 pages, the volume was split into 2. The first volume of the propaganda photo series, a unique series of books on world war ii small arms. But the british didnt have a semiauto rifle either, and the russians only gave their svt40 to senior ncos because it was too difficult for the poorlytrained russian conscripts to maintain properly. There is an excellent series of books on german wwii small arms being written and published out of the netherlands the propaganda photo series. The most comprehensive study ever published of the 14000000 boltaction k98k rifles produced in nazi germany from 1934 to 1945. Mauser model 98 sniper rifle, cartridge with long rail mounted scope.
Almost 600 pages over 1,000 photos, most in super high resolution digital color. The kentucky rifle foundation education committee has taken the original negatives from several books published by the kra. Karabiner 98k internet movie firearms database guns in. Use this forum to introduce yourself, test features of the forum, or to test functionality. The kentucky rifle foundation education committee has taken the original negatives from several books published by the kra in the 60s and 70s and created this valuable tool. The following information on the mauser 98, gewehr 98, and kar. The k98k rifle was germanys principle battle rifle from 1935 until 1945. Backbone of the whermacht german k98k rifle, 193445 1st edition by richard law author 4.
The karabiner 1898 kurz was used by the wehrmacht from 1935 to 1945 with the designation k98k translates to. The g98 would be the mainstay of german infantry during the first world war, and the book discussed the evolution of the rifle through the wwiera carbine variants. It shows use, with some fine to light soiling and a clear tape repair to the back top of the jacket. The idf employed a 22 mm rifle grenade adapter for the mauser k98k rifle. Mechanically these are practically identical, as are sporting mausers in general. Backbone of the wehrmacht k98k rifle hc book cgp books at. The karabiner 98k mauser often abbreviated k98k or kar98k was adopted in the mid 1930s and would be the most common infantry rifle in service within the german army during world war ii. The karabiner 98 kurz often abbreviated kar98k, k98, or k98k was a boltaction rifle adopted as the standard infantry rifle in 1935 by the german wehrmacht,1 and was one of the final developments in the long line of mauser. This rifle is a semikriegsmodell as it has simpler screw retained barrel bands and the bayonet lug and cleaning rod have been omitted, but it. Backbone of the whermacht german k98k rifle, 193445. Your correct about the photothe model 88 type magazine can be seen underneath,near the trigger guard. The karabiner 98 kurz often abbreviated kar98k, k98, or k98k was a boltaction rifle adopted as the standard infantry rifle in 1935 by the german wehrmacht, and was one of the final developments in the long line of mauser military rifles. This cd is a collection of over 200 black and white photographs by more than 80 american gunsmiths from the 18th and 19th century. The design was based on developed from the karabiner 98b, one of the carbines developed from the model 1898 mentioned before.