Rockrivr1
NES Member
So I've handled a few K98s recently with prices ranging from $500 to $3K and honestly I couldn't really tell the difference between them, functionality wise that is. The cheaper model was a Russian capture with the X stamped on the receiver. Still had the front site hood and a reproduction cleaning rod. Looked in good shape to me, but serial numbers were mixed. One Waffen was in place but others had been punched down.
Now the most expensive model was all matching with all Waffens in place. The rifle was in better shape then the Russian capture, but not $2,500 better. It was missing the sight hood, but had a correct cleaning rod.
Functionality wise they felt exactly the same. So if I want to shoot this rifle I'm thinking the correct high end K98 is not the way to go. If I paid $3K I'm feeling it would be a safe queen, so I'm thinking not worth it. Unless I'm missing something. Am I missing something? Overall I'm thinking a Russian capture would be a better option.
I'd like to hear from people who have a K98 and you're experience with them. Thanks
Now the most expensive model was all matching with all Waffens in place. The rifle was in better shape then the Russian capture, but not $2,500 better. It was missing the sight hood, but had a correct cleaning rod.
Functionality wise they felt exactly the same. So if I want to shoot this rifle I'm thinking the correct high end K98 is not the way to go. If I paid $3K I'm feeling it would be a safe queen, so I'm thinking not worth it. Unless I'm missing something. Am I missing something? Overall I'm thinking a Russian capture would be a better option.
I'd like to hear from people who have a K98 and you're experience with them. Thanks
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