Finally got my Kar98.

[u/bongblaster420]

1941 Kar98. All matching except for the bolt (unique story, I know). The bolt looks like a G29/40 from 1940. Everything else appears to be original.

Kriegsmarine “N” on the butt plate so I’m assuming this is a beechwood with a (formerly) laminated finish.

I managed to get the gun, a case, about 40 rounds from the late 40’s/early 50’s, a box of 100 8mm bullets, 2 sets of reloading dies, and a similar year, but non-matching bayonet for 2 grand.

What’re your thoughts? Think I did okay? Either way I’m pumped as this gun completes my WWII bolt action hunt, and now my wallet can rest for a bit.

[u/Neat_Imagination2503]

Gotta get me one of these

[u/bongblaster420 → u/Neat_Imagination2503]

Do it while they’re still in the realm of affordability!

[u/Neat_Imagination2503 → u/bongblaster420]

Focusing on getting an m1 Garand first as I feel like those are at bigger risk

[u/bongblaster420 → u/Neat_Imagination2503]

You mean you’re not focusing on getting one because that would totally be illegal and irresponsible and the risk isn’t worth it, right?

Edit: I’m stupid.

[u/Neat_Imagination2503 → u/bongblaster420]

They are still non restricted… lol

[u/bongblaster420 → u/Neat_Imagination2503]

Oh fuck. I’m a dumbass. I thought these were on the 2020 list with the M14’s and M1 Carbines.. perhaps my wallet will suffer a little more punishment…