K98 Stock and Hardware

[Captain Decent]

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Manufacturer

Mauser

City

Kent

State

Washington

Looking for a k98 stock, barrel bands, bayonet lug etc to return a sporterized 98 back to original condition

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[Benelli1776]

Might be worth a look.
Mauser K98 Walnut Replacement Stocks

 

[WAW44]

Might be worth a look.
Mauser K98 Walnut Replacement Stocks

Minellis. Numrich has these on sale for $160. They are a good starting point for early k98k in walnut . Here is my 1938 k98k in one of the else stocks after some modifications.



What are you trying to do? Restore a specific maker and era, or just looking for a shooter stock? I have a few original stocks….

 

[Captain Decent]

That looks great. Well I have a k98 passed down that was a war bring back. They ditched the hand guard and all the hardware. I love the gun overall and have lots of ammo so I'd like to put it back to originally configuration

 

[WAW44]

That looks great. Well I have a k98 passed down that was a war bring back. They ditched the hand guard and all the hardware. I love the gun overall and have lots of ammo so I'd like to put it back to originally configuration

Post some close up pictures of the whole rifle, stock, receiver markings, etc, etc. There were multiple changes and variations between mid 30s when they started making the k98k and the end of the war. Also, there were variations between various manufacturers. Pictures will help on pointing you int he right direction

 

[clanhanson]

I have several pieces of stock hardware from various k98s. Send me a PM and I'll give you a list of parts I'm selling.

 

[Captain Decent]

Here you go guys @clanhanson @WAW44

 

[WAW44]

Here you go guys @clanhanson @WAW44

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Well, not bad. ,Waffenfabrik Steyr bnz 4 Code. These are pretty rare.

Also, other than the duffle cut, the stock seems in great condition. Good color and not sanded since the edges and acceptance marks are sharp. If the stock is matching the rifle, I would repair this stock rather than replace it. You can try it yourself, or send it out to get it done. I know a guy who does good work and is used by number of people on K98k forum. It will be cheaper than getting a proper replacement stock too.

Is the bolt matching?

You want late war (44) front bands and bayonet lug. Here is a BNZ 4 you can use as guide https://pre98.com/shop/pending-scar...ly-1944-production-matching-crisp-mint-sling/

 

[Captain Decent]

Thank you It's all currently matching of what's left.

 

[WAW44]

Thank you It's all currently matching of what's left.

Restore it then. Head over to www.k98kforum.com and post in the Nazi era rifles forum. A lot of parts for Steyr came out of Radom, so you want to find Waa77 marked bands, but since they won't be numbers matching anyway, any mid war set would probably be ok.

Here is the style you're looking for. Solid, not H shaped, and smooth front band, welded rear band. There are a few on ebay right now.

Handguard should not be an issue to find either. Hardest will be the front piece for the stock, forward of the rear band. it may just be worth buying a Russian capture stock and using it for parts. You're in Kent. Check out WGS guns by JBLM. They usually have a bunch of RC stocks and maybe they will have a decent donor.

Also, in case you're ever thinking of selling or trading it for something.... I'm raising my hand

 

[Captain Decent]

Restore it then. Head over to www.k98kforum.com and post in the Nazi era rifles forum. A lot of parts for Steyr came out of Radom, so you want to find Waa77 marked bands, but since they won't be numbers matching anyway, any mid war set would probably be ok.

Here is the style you're looking for. Solid, not H shaped, and smooth front band, welded rear band. There are a few on ebay right now.

View attachment 1247199 Handguard should not be an issue to find either. Hardest will be the front piece for the stock, forward of the rear band. it may just be worth buying a Russian capture stock and using it for parts. You're in Kent. Check out WGS guns by JBLM. They usually have a bunch of RC stocks and maybe they will have a decent donor.

Also, in case you're ever thinking of selling or trading it for something.... I'm raising my hand

Thanks a ton that's very helpful. Looks like the front part of the stock was cut off. It wasn't a 2 piece was it?

 

[WAW44]

Thanks a ton that's very helpful. Looks like the front part of the stock was cut off. It wasn't a 2 piece was it?

Nope, it was originally one piece. What you have is what is typically called a duffle cut. GIs bringing back rifles from overseas cut the stock short under the rear band, so it will fit inside a duffle bag. The good news is that when you repair it, it can be almost unnoticeable as it will be under the rear band.

Milsurps Knowledge Library - Repairing a K98k duffle cut

Repairing a K98k "duffle cut"

www.milsurps.com

Also, if you want to send it out to get it fixed, here is the guy:

Jeffrey W Walmsley
Walmsley Stock Restoration
2114 W 37TH ST
Kearney, NE 68845
(308) 236-8969

 

[Captain Decent]

Nope, it was originally one piece. What you have is what is typically called a duffle cut. GIs bringing back rifles from overseas cut the stock short under the rear band, so it will fit inside a duffle bag. The good news is that when you repair it, it can be almost unnoticeable as it will be under the rear band.

Milsurps Knowledge Library - Repairing a K98k duffle cut

Repairing a K98k "duffle cut"

www.milsurps.com

Also, if you want to send it out to get it fixed, here is the guy:

Jeffrey W Walmsley
Walmsley Stock Restoration
2114 W 37TH ST
Kearney, NE 68845
(308) 236-8969

Again, awesome. Glad I asked here. I'm going to call the guy up and see if he can replicate the laminate stock which I like.