Gewehr 98 bolt action military rifle
Production date
1917
Country
Germany
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Object detail
Description
Single shot bolt action 7.92 mm calibre rifle with internal five shot magazine, serial number 1300.
Classification
ARMS & ARMOUR Firearms rifle
Maker
Production date
1917
Production place
Measurements
L1255 x W95 x H195 mm, weight 4.0 kg.
Media/Materials description
Steel (Metals - Ferrous)
Indeterminate (Woods)
Indeterminate (Woods)
Signature/Marks
<Stamped on barrel at rear sight > '1300 - S'<Stamped on cartridge chamber top > 'V. CHR. SCHILLING / SUHL / 1917 / 1300 / G.E.W. 98'<Stamped on bolt > '1877'
History and use
The Gewehr 98 was the main German infantry rifle throughout the war, its strong and reliable bolt action system subsequently influencing the design of comparable American and Bristish rifles.
Registration number
H1375