*◊ AMBERG 8MM KAR 98B RIFLE.

*◊ AMBERG 8MM KAR 98B RIFLE. SN 6684m. Cal. 8mm. 98b originally manufactured as a G98 in the Amberg arsenal during WWI and reworked and fitted with 98b tangent rear sight marked “S42G” and proofed “P174” in 1934 (“G” date). Receiver and bbl were blued now turning to brown. Both are marked with the weapon SN 6684m as well as Weimar era Bavarian proofs, British proofs. Additional British proof marks appear near left side muzzle end of bbl. All exterior metal parts are imperial proofed and appear to match the rifle, including the straight handled bolt. Hardwood stock is numbered to the rifle, has several imperial proofs, as well as large stylistic “EWB” indicating former property of the early Weimar era Bavarian Civilian Militia(Einwohner Bayern). Comes with unmarked G98 sling, authentic cleaning rod and period spring-loaded muzzle protector. Good to very good condition, hard to find transitional Kar 98b. PROVENANCE: Collection of Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess. CONDITION: Bore is dark with strong lands and grooves; should clean up. Sling is fair. 4-53117 DW42 (1,500-2,500)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2013

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
	3141	$0.00	◊ AMBERG 8MM KAR 98B RIFLE. SN 6684m. Cal. 8mm. 98b originally manufactured as a G98 in the Amberg arsenal during WWI and reworked and fitted with 98b tangent rear sight marked “S42G” and proofed “P174” in 1934 (“G” date). Receiver and bbl were blued now turning to brown. Both are marked with the weapon SN 6684m as well as Weimar era Bavarian proofs, British proofs. Additional British proof marks appear near left side muzzle end of bbl. All exterior metal parts are imperial proofed and appear to match the rifle, including the straight handled bolt. Hardwood stock is numbered to the rifle, has several imperial proofs, as well as large stylistic “EWB” indicating former property of the early Weimar era Bavarian Civilian Militia(Einwohner Bayern). Comes with unmarked G98 sling, authentic cleaning rod and period spring-loaded muzzle protector. Good to very good condition, hard to find transitional Kar 98b. PROVENANCE: Collection of Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess. CONDITION: Bore is dark with strong lands and grooves; should clean up. Sling is fair. 4-53117 DW42 (1,500-2,500) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2013 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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