PROTOTYPE ZF4 SCOPE AND MOUNT POSSIBLY FOR TRANSITIONAL G41/G43 OR MAUSER K98.

SN 29749. Unique opportunity to obtain a one of a kind prototype machined ZF4 scope mount, which was possibly developed & manufactured for use on one of the transitional G41 rifles that was fitted with a left side scope rail, or perhaps one of the early G43’s or later K98’s that ultimately became what we know of as the “swept back mount”. This example is fitted with a standard ZF4 marked “Gw ZF4 dow 29749”. The scope itself includes its period windage cover, is fully functional with slightly hazy optics. Prototype mount is a heavy machined piece, manufactured for use on a left side rail, and has shorter struts than the traditional ZF4 mount. The front & rear aspects of the mount are mirror images of each other and the cradle holds the scope from the side rather than from below. The mount itself is unmarked, while the locking lever is marked “fest” and “lose”. This exact set is illustrated in Darrin Weaver’s 2001 “Hitler’s Garands” on page 268. PROVENANCE: Collection of Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess. CONDITION: Excellent overall. Scope retains 97% bluing with some patina & wear on the objective end. Mechanically functional and optics somewhat hazy. Mount is in 99% condition with some freckling on the front strut, shows somewhat more involved cosmetic machining than standard ZF4 mounts, a few small areas of patina & speckling on the lever, mechanically functional and complete. 4-53366 DW38 (6,500-12,500) – Lot 3195

Auction: Firearms - Spring 2014

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	3195	$0.00	PROTOTYPE ZF4 SCOPE AND MOUNT POSSIBLY FOR TRANSITIONAL G41/G43 OR MAUSER K98. SN 29749. Unique opportunity to obtain a one of a kind prototype machined ZF4 scope mount, which was possibly developed & manufactured for use on one of the transitional G41 rifles that was fitted with a left side scope rail, or perhaps one of the early G43’s or later K98’s that ultimately became what we know of as the “swept back mount”. This example is fitted with a standard ZF4 marked “Gw ZF4 dow 29749”. The scope itself includes its period windage cover, is fully functional with slightly hazy optics. Prototype mount is a heavy machined piece, manufactured for use on a left side rail, and has shorter struts than the traditional ZF4 mount. The front & rear aspects of the mount are mirror images of each other and the cradle holds the scope from the side rather than from below. The mount itself is unmarked, while the locking lever is marked “fest” and “lose”. This exact set is illustrated in Darrin Weaver’s 2001 “Hitler’s Garands” on page 268. PROVENANCE: Collection of Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess. CONDITION: Excellent overall. Scope retains 97% bluing with some patina & wear on the objective end. Mechanically functional and optics somewhat hazy. Mount is in 99% condition with some freckling on the front strut, shows somewhat more involved cosmetic machining than standard ZF4 mounts, a few small areas of patina & speckling on the lever, mechanically functional and complete. 4-53366 DW38 (6,500-12,500) – Lot 3195 Auction: Firearms - Spring 2014 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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PROTOTYPE ZF4 SCOPE AND MOUNT POSSIBLY FOR TRANSITIONAL G41/G43 OR MAUSER K98.