A 5.6x35RWS Gustloff-Werke H.V. Karabiner bolt action sporting rifle
6833¢
A 5.6x35RWS Gustloff-Werke H.V. Karabiner bolt action sporting rifle
Serial no. 214466, 5/6x35RWS. 24 inch Krupp steel barrel with caliber designation and BUG proofs. Action marked H.V. Karabiner/Gustloff-Werke/Waffenwerk Suhl. Blued finish, the markings with white ink. Checkered pistolgrip stock of light-colored and partly figured walnut. Sling swivels. Brown leather sling.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining 96-97% blue showing edge and muzzle wear. Excellent bore. Excellent wood.
Sold for US$ 468 inc. premium

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  • Note: Simson & Company were seized by the German government in 1934 and became Gustloff-Werke. The Suhl factory was captured by the allies in 1945.

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