We must also remember there are differences in the various "Yugo mausers".
The "K98" is basically a copy of the German K98k.
The M48/M48A is an intermediate action - a totally different animal, and much newer, NOT a WWII rifle. Many M48s imported to America began as parts, put into new stocks produced in the 90's, before the Balkan War flared up. Some were later used in the fighting there - and can be considered 'war relics'.
So, the 'unissued' M48s are essentially 'New' rifles - production wise. I paid $130 for mine - a great deal on a new-condition Mauser. But I don't consider it as having any 'collector value'.
I don't doubt that the MM Mausers are nice guns. I do question how 'collectible' they are.
We'll still be debating this issue when we are all sitting in our rocking chairs in the G&G Old Shooter's Rest Home.
