Description Mauser Gew 98 in 7.92x57mm ( 8mm Mauser ) with a five round capacity and a 29.5″ barrel. Made in Germany in 1917. Metal butt plate. Smooth wood stock and front forend. Blued trigger guard, trigger, receiver and barrel. Rear bolt safety switch. Rear left side of receiver bolt release. Under barrel fixed bayonet lug and removable cleaning rod. Rear adjustable and front fixed blade sight. Metal loops for mounting a shoulder sling. Metal eyelet on the stock for taking apart the bolt. Must ship to a C&R or FFL holder. Condition: Fair with scratchers, heavier wood dings, wood fill repairs, finish wear/loss and rust. The rifled bore has light rust with strong rifling. Barrel Length: 29.5″ Serial: 654 Manufacturer: Mauser Year: 1917 Caliber: 8mm Model: Gew 98 Book# 05782