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3233
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*◊ VERY SCARCE NAZI NAVY MARKED ERMA K98k .22LR CONVERSION UNIT, DATED 1937.

SN 3943f. Orig Erma K98k conversion unit whose chamber is marked “FABRIKAT ERFURT”, surrounding the circular Erma logo. The base of the chamber insert is numbered “3943”, accepted “WaA280”, and marked for the caliber “5.41”. The SN and acceptance stamp are repeated on the left side of the chamber along with additional stamps. Matching bolt is also accepted with “WaA280″. Magazine floorplate is marked ” ERMA/ERFURT/1937″ over “WaA280”. Just behind the magazine well is pantographed “O.68” reflecting use by the Nazi Navy. No box or other accessories. PROVENANCE: Collection of Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess. CONDITION: The in-the-white bbl insert and collar show light use without significant oxidation. Numbers and acceptance marks are sharply stamped without evidence of cleaning. Remaining components, that are salt blued, retain 85% of their orig finish. The same condition holds true for the replacement floorplate and 22 cal magazine. Bright bore with sharp rifling and only minimal oxidation. A seldom-seen conversion accessory, particularly when marked for the Nazi Navy. 4-52185 LMA (1,500-2,000) – Lot 3233


Auction: Firearms - Spring 2014
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