Make: Waffenwerke Brunn, Bruenn plant, Czechoslovakia

Model: Karabiner 98k

Serial Number: 422 (all numbered parts match aside from the floorplate)

Year of Manufacture: 1945 / ATF Classification: C&R

Caliber/Gauge: 7.92x57mm (8mm Mauser)

Action Type: Bolt action, controlled round feed, internal 5rd magazine

Barrel Length: 23.5"

Sights/Optics: The front sight is a barleycorn blade dovetailed to a serrated base. The rear sight is a v-notch sliding escalator assembly marked 1-20.

Grip/Stock Configuration & Condition: The furniture is a two piece wood with a capped forend, hole for non-present cleaning rod, barrel band with a sling bar, semi-pistol grip, straight comb, sling well with passthrough, bolt disassembly tool and steel buttplate. The furniture shows pressure dings, scuffs, and scratches throughout. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 13" from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The furniture rates in Good to Very Good condition. No cleaning rod is included.

Type of Finish: Blued

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is grey and the rifling is sharp. There is light erosion throughout the bore. In this writer's opinion, the bore rates 7.5/10.

Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 65% of its metal finish. The finish shows edge wear, scratches, dings, and other handling marks. The screw heads are lightly tooled and retain turnable slots. The markings are clear and complete. Overall, this rifle rates in Good to Very Good condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this firearm. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None

Our Assessment: This Czech dot-code K98k Mauser was manufactured in 1945 and qualifies as a Curio and Relic rifle. Produced at the Waffenwerke Brünn factory in Brno, Czechoslovakia, the "dot" manufacturer code identifies one of the principal wartime producers of the K98k. Rifles manufactured at the end and just after the end of World War II are particularly interesting to collectors, reflecting the changing manufacturing practices and conditions of late/post-war production.

Chambered in 7.92x57mm Mauser with a 23.5 inch barrel, this rifle utilizes the legendary Mauser 98 controlled-round-feed action, renowned for its strength and reliability. In this writer's opinion, the bore rates 7.5 out of 10, indicating solid internal condition with moderate wear. The action functions correctly. No cleaning rod is included.

The furniture rates in Good to Very Good condition with honest military handling wear and solid structure. This rifle retains approximately 65% of its original metal finish, presenting a strong overall appearance for a late/post-war military rifle. Overall, this rifle rates in Good to Very Good condition and stands as a desirable 1945 dot-code K98k Mauser with solid finish retention and good mechanical condition. Please see our photos for a better understanding of condition and good luck with your bids!