M48 Rifle A genuine Mauser 98, the Model M48 is a strong, good example the original bolt-action Rifles. Made on German Tooling set up in formerly occupied Serbia. Military-New condition with clean, Bright Bores, and solid stocks, with an American Owner’s Manual covering history, operation, and safety.
“Military-New” means it is ready for you; cleaned and tested to assure safety and your satisfaction. Maintained Combat-Ready (and it still is) for over 50 years, now it can be yours.
Original Factory matching serial numbers on all rifle parts. Preserved by an accident of history, supply is limited. Original accessories as issued at the time are sold separately, while supplies last. This Mauser is ideal for collecting, target shooting, hunting, or customizing. Satisfaction Guaranteed! Some people may be getting the mistaken impression that these rifles were manufactured by Germans during the occupation. That is not the case. These rifles were manufactured with German and FN technology in Serbia after the people had driven the Germans out of Yugoslavia.
This is an important distinction, because that is one of the reasons why the Model 48 is recognized as an excellent example of the Mauser 98 Karbine type military rifle. The factory in Serbia was not bombed, like the German factories during the war. The factory in Serbia had a good supply of raw materials. And the Model 48 was produced by free people, instead of forced labor. All of which resulted in an excellent rifle in its own right, as well as an interesting piece of history. Model Number Description Price in USD M48-35 Service Grade M48 Rifle $349.00 M48-25 Collector Grade Rifle $449.00 M48-28 Collector Select Grade Rifle $499.00 M48-26 Collector Grade Rifle, BO (Stealth) $549.00 M48-15 Premium Grade Rifle $649.00 M48-18 Premium Select Grade Rifle $699.00 M48-16 Premium Grade Rifle BO (Stealth, without Crest) $749.00 M48-73 Consecutive Serial Numbers, when available, price per gun +$50.00.
What is a good website to use to help with identification of a model 98 German Mauser, such as the proof marks and serial number dating. I own a rifle with the inscription Mauser Oberndorf a.N. The serial no. Is XXXX, caliber information not available. What model is this; when was it produced; what.
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