I was the first to answer a local online classified for a "WWII matching Mauser, non-import. $500. " Aside from the missing cleaning rod and barrel band spring, I couldn't glean much more information from the seller over the phone.
I met with him today, and discovered immediately that it wasn't a complete match - bolt sleeve, safety and cocking piece were not numbered. Rear sight leaf and handguard have different numbers. Stock is sanded, not sharp. I didn't disassemble any further (when I got it home, inside channel of stock is not numbered).
I made a half-hearted attempt to dicker on the price, and he showed me the list of 20 or more phone numbers from across the country which were waiting in line.
I liked the gun and the sling, and it's more significant than an RC to me, so I paid him. It's a J.P. Sauer ce 41, which doesn't seem to be too abundant.
Some pics (forgot to picture the barrel, but it matches), and thanks for looking.
I met with him today, and discovered immediately that it wasn't a complete match - bolt sleeve, safety and cocking piece were not numbered. Rear sight leaf and handguard have different numbers. Stock is sanded, not sharp. I didn't disassemble any further (when I got it home, inside channel of stock is not numbered).
I made a half-hearted attempt to dicker on the price, and he showed me the list of 20 or more phone numbers from across the country which were waiting in line.
I liked the gun and the sling, and it's more significant than an RC to me, so I paid him. It's a J.P. Sauer ce 41, which doesn't seem to be too abundant.
Some pics (forgot to picture the barrel, but it matches), and thanks for looking.