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john46953 · 02-20-2008, 03:03 AM

So...the rifle. yeah, I WANT IT! lol. That is 100% pure breed German 7.92X57 (8mm) Mauser. If it was a cologne, id wear it. A great piece of weaponry.

cooker300 · 02-21-2008, 08:13 PM

thank you john

2008 · 02-29-2008, 09:56 PM

Hi ! I own an 8mm Mauser handed down from my grandfather (he was born in1886). Nobody knows where or when he got it. As for markings:GLOBE FIREARMS LTD CAL.8X57 JS MODEL 099 . On the bolt stem:2878 . On the safety latch: 78 . And on the right side of the rear sight seems to be a logo with 155 or whatever underneath-it is extremely small.It is in excellent condition.Surprising how smooth and accurate the Mauser is,I was hooked the first time I fired it.QUESTIONS:Where can I find information on this riffle-where and when was it made-what type of wood is the stock-what is it worth-what ammunition can and cannot be used,what JS means and so on... COOKER300 ,since my riffle looks so similar to yours any information you find would be appreciated. P.S. :To check the caliber the 325WSM (if you know someone)is an exact fit,both are 323.

toolman · 02-29-2008, 10:10 PM

I'm thinking the stock has been refinished. It's still a gorgeous rifle and a great memento.

GlockMeister · 02-29-2008, 10:30 PM

Very nice looking rifle. Glad to see your grandma kept it in the family. I'm happy your grandma thought of you. Enjoy it and by all means, HANG ON TO IT!

Kodiak32 · 03-01-2008, 02:39 PM

Welcome to the Forum 2008.

I think that if you started a new thread with some pictures of the rifle, someone can help you indentify it. Any markings on top of the reciever or on the side will help determine the maker.

There are also some good Mauser links posted in this thread that might help you out.

F1609 · 03-02-2008, 06:21 PM

it looks as if it has been sporterized, the pistol grip looks altered and the hand guard has been removed. the sling slot in the butt stock looks to have been filled. But hey, its still a 98, plus its been in the family and thats what truly counts. Just like my Hopkins & Allen 16Ga, my grandfathers, its a piece but i sill keep it.

2008 · 03-02-2008, 06:37 PM

Thanks,I will set up a few pictures with help from my son.I lack the knowhow.
COOKER at one point you mention getting another stock,you could check :www.omega-weapons-systems.com/K98 stocks 1 jpg. They have a few german K98 Mauser stocks for $149.00

2008 · 03-02-2008, 06:52 PM

I would keep it as is but if you`re interested in a german k98 Mauser stock for $149.00 check: www.omega-weapons-systems.com/K98 stocks 1.jpg

Sarge · 03-05-2008, 02:27 AM

That stock has been butchered beyond repair. In addition the handguard and both barrel bands are gone. Does the bayonet lug have the nr 12 on the right side as you look at if from the front? Probably is the original for the rifle so should match.
You will need a complete stock set - stock/butt plate, hand guard, both bbl bands and the lock bar that holds the 2 bbl bands in place. I doubt that you will find the whole set for less than $200, but you never know. You will Not get a correct 623 proofed stock set for less than $300+. A lot of people are looking for that maker and prices are high.
Sarge

cooker300 · 03-06-2008, 07:39 AM

2008 all of the info that i have found out on my rifle has come from teh web sites that the guys have posted in here on the first page. they all have been more than helpful in my findings. and thanks for the info on the stock. but after long thought im going to keep it the way it is now.

02-29-2008, 09:56 PM	#43
2008 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 6	New member from Ottawa Hi ! I own an 8mm Mauser handed down from my grandfather (he was born in1886). Nobody knows where or when he got it. As for markings:GLOBE FIREARMS LTD CAL.8X57 JS MODEL 099 . On the bolt stem:2878 . On the safety latch: 78 . And on the right side of the rear sight seems to be a logo with 155 or whatever underneath-it is extremely small.It is in excellent condition.Surprising how smooth and accurate the Mauser is,I was hooked the first time I fired it.QUESTIONS:Where can I find information on this riffle-where and when was it made-what type of wood is the stock-what is it worth-what ammunition can and cannot be used,what JS means and so on... COOKER300 ,since my riffle looks so similar to yours any information you find would be appreciated. P.S. :To check the caliber the 325WSM (if you know someone)is an exact fit,both are 323. Last edited by 2008; 03-01-2008 at 12:26 AM.

02-29-2008, 10:10 PM	#44
toolman Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: abilene,tx Posts: 4,943	I'm thinking the stock has been refinished. It's still a gorgeous rifle and a great memento. __________________ Don't be messin' with my gun!

02-29-2008, 10:30 PM	#45
GlockMeister Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Northern Illinois Posts: 3,945	Very nice looking rifle. Glad to see your grandma kept it in the family. I'm happy your grandma thought of you. Enjoy it and by all means, HANG ON TO IT! __________________ I'd rather be tried by 12 than carried by 6!

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02-20-2008, 03:03 AM	#41
john46953 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Marion, Indiana. Posts: 13	So...the rifle. yeah, I WANT IT! lol. That is 100% pure breed German 7.92X57 (8mm) Mauser. If it was a cologne, id wear it. A great piece of weaponry.

02-21-2008, 08:13 PM	#42
cooker300 Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: In the PA woods Posts: 33	thank you john

03-01-2008, 02:39 PM	#46
Kodiak32 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Indiana Posts: 181	Welcome to the Forum 2008. I think that if you started a new thread with some pictures of the rifle, someone can help you indentify it. Any markings on top of the reciever or on the side will help determine the maker. There are also some good Mauser links posted in this thread that might help you out.

03-02-2008, 06:21 PM	#47
F1609 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Medina, Ohio Posts: 197	it looks as if it has been sporterized, the pistol grip looks altered and the hand guard has been removed. the sling slot in the butt stock looks to have been filled. But hey, its still a 98, plus its been in the family and thats what truly counts. Just like my Hopkins & Allen 16Ga, my grandfathers, its a piece but i sill keep it.

03-02-2008, 06:37 PM	#48
2008 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 6	Thanks,I will set up a few pictures with help from my son.I lack the knowhow. COOKER at one point you mention getting another stock,you could check :www.omega-weapons-systems.com/K98 stocks 1 jpg. They have a few german K98 Mauser stocks for $149.00

03-02-2008, 06:52 PM	#49
2008 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 6	I would keep it as is but if you`re interested in a german k98 Mauser stock for $149.00 check: www.omega-weapons-systems.com/K98 stocks 1.jpg

03-05-2008, 02:27 AM	#50
Sarge Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Colorado Posts: 189	That stock has been butchered beyond repair. In addition the handguard and both barrel bands are gone. Does the bayonet lug have the nr 12 on the right side as you look at if from the front? Probably is the original for the rifle so should match. You will need a complete stock set - stock/butt plate, hand guard, both bbl bands and the lock bar that holds the 2 bbl bands in place. I doubt that you will find the whole set for less than $200, but you never know. You will Not get a correct 623 proofed stock set for less than $300+. A lot of people are looking for that maker and prices are high. Sarge

03-06-2008, 07:39 AM	#51
cooker300 Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: In the PA woods Posts: 33	2008 all of the info that i have found out on my rifle has come from teh web sites that the guys have posted in here on the first page. they all have been more than helpful in my findings. and thanks for the info on the stock. but after long thought im going to keep it the way it is now.