J.G. Anshutz Original-JGA-Karabiner .22 LR Bolt-Action Single Shot Rifle, 23 in Barrel, Blued, Open Sights (Germany)
This J.G. Anshutz Original-JGA-Karabiner is a German-made .22 LR bolt-action single shot rifle from the 1914–1945 era. It is marked "Original - JGA - Karabiner" on the barrel, with additional barrel marking "J.G. Anschütz Germaniawaffenwerk A.G. Zella-Mehlis/Thür." and a round "JGA" logo on the receiver ring.
With a 23 in round barrel, open iron sights, and a one-piece wood stock with a semi-pistol grip, it is a clear example of the Original-JGA-Karabiner pattern and its period markings.
CONDITION
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This firearm is in solid shape. There are some scratches and blemishes present. The bore is clean and shiny.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- Firearm only
Built as a single-shot (1 rd) configuration, this Original-JGA-Karabiner keeps the layout straightforward and true to its design. The bolt features a rear knurled cylindrical cocking piece/knob, and the rifle uses a single trigger.
The sight setup is simple and functional, with open iron sights including a front sight near the muzzle and a rear barrel-mounted sight. The blued finish and round barrel profile match the rifle’s classic configuration.
The one-piece wood stock uses a semi-pistol grip and a listed 14.0 length of pull. Sling hardware is present, adding to the rifle’s complete, field-ready feature set as configured.
Markings are a standout detail on this example, with clear identification on the barrel and the round "JGA" receiver ring logo. Made in Germany and dated to the 1914–1945 era, it offers specific, verifiable period details that collectors and rimfire enthusiasts often look for.