Zastava M48 Mauser-Pattern Bolt-Action Rifle in 8mm Mauser with Yugoslav Crest
This Zastava M48 is a Yugoslav-made, Mauser-pattern bolt-action rifle chambered in 8mm Mauser. It features the receiver ring crest with the "M 48" model marking and controlled-round feed operation, along with a full-length military hardwood stock and iron sights. Import markings are present on the receiver, and the rifle includes a leather sling installed.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Specific Condition Notes: The rifle is in good shape overall with standard wear from normal handling and use.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
What’s Included
- Leather rifle sling (installed)
Built on a Mauser-pattern platform, this M48 uses a controlled-round feed bolt-action system and a fixed internal box magazine with a 5-round capacity. The bolt handle is turned down, matching the military-style configuration of the rifle.
The rifle is fitted with iron sights, including a front sight with protective ears on a band-mounted base and a tangent rear sight with a graduated range ladder. These are paired with a full-length military hardwood stock and matching hardwood handguard.
Receiver markings include the Yugoslav coat-of-arms style crest with "M 48", along with "ФНРЈ" and "ПРЕДУЗЕЋЕ 44". The rifle is also marked "PW ARMS REDMOND WA YUGO ZASTAVA 8mm".
Additional military-style features noted include two barrel bands with a nose-cap/front band assembly, a steel buttplate, and a side sling arrangement. The barrel length is stated as 23.25 inches, and serial markings are noted on the receiver and bolt components as recorded.