In excellent original all matching condition, we have a very scarce German Army issued 1944 production J.P Sauer asembled ce 44 coded K98k Mauser service rifle. 1944 Sauer rifles are scarce because the JP Sauer Plant was winding down 98k production and was concentrating on expanding Sturmgewehr MP44 production. Late in 1944 98k production completely ceased at Sauer.
This all matching 100% factory original example is typical of late Sauer production. The Eagle/H sotck cartouche is very clear. You will notice that the receiver with the gothic Lettering of Mod. 98 and the e/280 wafffenamt; this indicates that it was made by Erma. J.P. Sauer made bolts and stocks and other parts for the 98K but many of the major components were subcontracted out to other firms and these parts were sent to Sauer who were responsible for final assembly. J.P Sauer coded rifles are extremely popular to collectors and they are highly sought after due to the prestige of the brand, not unlike Winchester made M1 carbines and Garands.
