{"product_id":"mauser-oberndorf-k98k-code-42-1940-100-matching-waa655-marked-original-wwii-sling","title":"Mauser Oberndorf K98k (Code 42, 1940) – 100% Matching, WaA655 Marked, Original WWII Sling","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"1211\" data-end=\"1407\"\u003eModel: Karabiner 98k\u003cbr data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1234\"\u003eManufacturer: Mauser-Werke A.G., Oberndorf a\/N\u003cbr data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1283\"\u003eProduction Year: 1940 (receiver marked “42 1940”)\u003cbr data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1335\"\u003eCaliber: 7.92×57mm Mauser\u003cbr data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1363\"\u003eSerial Number: 975* (all matching numbers)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1409\" data-end=\"1731\"\u003eDetails:\u003cbr data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1420\"\u003eAn exceptional early-war \u003cstrong data-start=\"1445\" data-end=\"1480\"\u003eMauser Oberndorf “code 42” K98k\u003c\/strong\u003e, produced in 1940—the pinnacle of Mauser craftsmanship before wartime simplifications began. The receiver is crisply marked “42” over “1940,” and the rifle retains three sharp \u003cstrong data-start=\"1657\" data-end=\"1677\"\u003eWaA655 Waffenamt\u003c\/strong\u003e inspection stamps, confirming Oberndorf acceptance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1733\" data-end=\"2135\"\u003eThe barrel is marked “40 DO 436,” indicating original manufacture by \u003cstrong data-start=\"1802\" data-end=\"1828\"\u003eGustloff Werke, Weimar\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of Mauser’s main wartime barrel suppliers. Every numbered component—receiver, bolt body, bolt shroud, safety, extractor, floor plate, trigger guard, rear sight base, front sight base, upper handguard, and all barrel bands (front and rear),\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBand Retaining Spring and buttplate—bears the matching serial number \u003cstrong data-start=\"2079\" data-end=\"2087\"\u003e975*\u003c\/strong\u003e, a highly desirable feature among collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1733\" data-end=\"2135\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003ecleaning rod bears the single assembly mark “3”\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is correct for early Oberndorf production and not a serial number. Early-war Mauser rifles often used such assembly marks rather than numbering cleaning rods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2137\" data-end=\"2466\"\u003eMetal finish retains the original early-war deep salt-blue coloration, showing light service wear consistent with age. The laminated stock remains solid with an attractive reddish tone, featuring the flat steel buttplate typical of 1940 production. Mechanical function is excellent, with tight lock-up and a smooth bolt action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2468\" data-end=\"2654\"\u003eThe rifle comes complete with its \u003cstrong data-start=\"2502\" data-end=\"2542\"\u003eoriginal wartime black leather sling\u003c\/strong\u003e, showing a faint German eagle inspection mark—period-correct and extremely hard to find with matching rifles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2656\" data-end=\"2924\"\u003eThis rifle represents a fully original, factory-matched example of the 1940 Oberndorf K98k, combining outstanding condition, authenticity, and historical significance. It is a true \u003cstrong data-start=\"2837\" data-end=\"2862\"\u003ecollector-grade piece\u003c\/strong\u003e, worthy of any advanced Mauser or WWII military collection. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2926\" data-end=\"3125\"\u003eCondition: Excellent \/ Collector Grade\u003cbr data-start=\"2964\" data-end=\"2967\"\u003eMarkings: “42 \/ 1940” receiver, WaA655 proofs ×3\u003cbr data-start=\"3015\" data-end=\"3018\"\u003eBarrel Code: “40 DO 436”\u003cbr data-start=\"3042\" data-end=\"3045\"\u003eCaliber: 7.92×57mm Mauser\u003cbr data-start=\"3070\" data-end=\"3073\"\u003eAccessories: Original sling, original cleaning rod\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3127\" data-end=\"3290\"\u003eIn the Canadian market, an all-matching 1940 “code 42” Oberndorf K98k with original accessories is considered museum-grade and highly sought after by collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AAG CANADA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43769643237487,"sku":"NR000137","price":1.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/1836\/6063\/files\/IMG_9282.jpg?v=1761589438","url":"https:\/\/aagcanada.ca\/products\/mauser-oberndorf-k98k-code-42-1940-100-matching-waa655-marked-original-wwii-sling","provider":"AAG CANADA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}