{"product_id":"1942-bnz-42-mauser-k98k-bolt-action-rifle-8mm-mauser-excellent-bore","title":"ON HOLD -- 1942 BNZ 42 Mauser K98k Bolt-Action Rifle – 8mm Mauser – Excellent Bore","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"122\" data-end=\"210\"\u003eThis is a wartime \u003cstrong data-start=\"140\" data-end=\"162\"\u003ebnz 42 K98k Mauser\u003c\/strong\u003e chambered in \u003cstrong data-start=\"176\" data-end=\"191\"\u003e8×57 Mauser\u003c\/strong\u003e, produced in 1942.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"212\" data-end=\"662\"\u003eThe code “\u003cstrong data-start=\"222\" data-end=\"229\"\u003ebnz\u003c\/strong\u003e” was assigned to \u003cstrong data-start=\"247\" data-end=\"272\"\u003eSteyr-Daimler-Puch AG\u003c\/strong\u003e. Although the factory was physically located in Austria, following the 1938 Anschluss it became part of the German wartime military-industrial system. As the war progressed, Steyr became one of the major producers within the K98k production network, and bnz-coded rifles are well known among collectors for their distinctive wartime machining characteristics and authentic WWII appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"664\" data-end=\"1063\"\u003eThe rifle presents very well overall, with \u003cstrong data-start=\"707\" data-end=\"736\"\u003eexcellent metal condition\u003c\/strong\u003e and a high degree of original-style wartime blued finish remaining. The finish wear, machining marks, and visible aging patterns appear natural and consistent throughout the rifle, with no obvious signs of later civilian refinishing. German wartime inspection and acceptance markings remain visible across multiple components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1065\" data-end=\"1292\"\u003eThe bore is one of the major highlights of this example. The rifling remains \u003cstrong data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003every sharp, strong, and well-defined\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a bright overall appearance. The rifle is \u003cstrong data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1247\"\u003enon-matching\u003c\/strong\u003e, which has been noted for full transparency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1294\" data-end=\"1657\"\u003eThe stock retains attractive grain and honest service wear consistent with age. A few light hairline cracks are visible on the left side of the buttstock, likely age-related wood movement caused by long-term humidity and dryness changes. These cracks appear minor in nature and do not affect the structural stability, handling, or overall appearance of the rifle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1878\"\u003eThe rifle also retains its \u003cstrong data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1702\"\u003ecleaning rod\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1727\"\u003efront sight hood\u003c\/strong\u003e, both of which are commonly missing on many surviving K98k rifles today and add nicely to the rifle’s overall completeness and collector presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1880\" data-end=\"2193\"\u003eOverall, this is a highly attractive wartime \u003cstrong data-start=\"1925\" data-end=\"1940\"\u003ebnz 42 K98k\u003c\/strong\u003e with excellent bore condition, strong original character, and a very authentic military appearance. We have included a large number of detailed high-resolution photos to allow collectors and enthusiasts to further examine and study the rifle in detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2195\" data-end=\"2522\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2195\" data-end=\"2207\"\u003eCaliber:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8×57 Mauser\u003cbr data-start=\"2219\" data-end=\"2222\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2222\" data-end=\"2233\"\u003eAction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bolt-action\u003cbr data-start=\"2245\" data-end=\"2248\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2248\" data-end=\"2270\"\u003eManufacturer Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e bnz\u003cbr data-start=\"2274\" data-end=\"2277\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2277\" data-end=\"2297\"\u003eProduction Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1942\u003cbr data-start=\"2302\" data-end=\"2305\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2305\" data-end=\"2317\"\u003eNumbers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-matching\u003cbr data-start=\"2330\" data-end=\"2333\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2333\" data-end=\"2342\"\u003eBore:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent, sharp rifling\u003cbr data-start=\"2367\" data-end=\"2370\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2370\" data-end=\"2384\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent overall metal condition with high original-style blue remaining\u003cbr data-start=\"2458\" data-end=\"2461\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2461\" data-end=\"2477\"\u003eAccessories:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes cleaning rod and front sight hood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2524\" data-end=\"2654\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AAG CANADA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53147996586095,"sku":"NR000230","price":2999.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/1836\/6063\/files\/IMG_4608.jpg?v=1779550103","url":"https:\/\/aagcanada.ca\/products\/1942-bnz-42-mauser-k98k-bolt-action-rifle-8mm-mauser-excellent-bore","provider":"AAG CANADA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}