Berlin-Lübecker Karabiner 98k (Code 237, 1939) – 8mm Mauser WWII German Bolt-Action, Laminated Stock, 24.25 in Barrel
This Berlin-Lübecker Karabiner 98k is a WWII-era German rifle identified by the "237" over "1939" receiver ring marking, with correct "Mod.98" receiver wall and "7,9" chamber step. It shows commercial refurbishment with a bright-polished bolt and uniformly restamped serial numbers on multiple visible parts. The bore is clean with a mirror finish, and the rifle retains German eagle/WaA acceptance marks, plus a CAI import mark near the muzzle.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The rifle has been refinished with commercial refurbishment and restorative work. The bolt is bright-polished, and serial numbers have been restamped on multiple visible parts. Minor surface scratches and small blemishes are present from prior handling.
What's Included
- Leather sling (installed)
- Cleaning rod (installed)
Receiver markings confirm Berlin-Lübecker Maschinenfabrik production with the "237" factory code over "1939" on the ring, "Mod.98" on the receiver wall, and "7,9" at the chamber step indicating 8mm Mauser. Small eagle/WaA inspection and acceptance stamps are present, including WaA280 on the rear sight base. A CAI import mark is located near the muzzle.
The rifle follows the K98k configuration with a 24.25-inch barrel and a 5-round internal box magazine. The front band includes an integral bayonet lug, and the handguard extends back to the rear sight base. The laminated hardwood stock has a takedown disk, a cupped buttplate, and a side sling slot, consistent with late-1930s K98k features.
Sighting equipment includes a tangent rear sight with slider and a protected front post set between protective ears; the front sight is hoodless. The action is the standard Mauser bolt with a three-position flag safety. Length of pull measures 13.0 inches.
Commercial refurbishment is evident in the bright-polished bolt and the uniform restamping of serial numbers on the bolt, shroud, receiver, and stock. These characteristics align with distributor-assembled or commercially refurbished K98k examples while preserving the rifle’s military markings and overall presentation.