Gewehr 98 Markings

[Steve Nick]

I don't collect military firearms as my hunting firearms have my two gun cabinets pretty much full.

I picked up a Gewehr 98 in a weak moment many years ago because the price was too good to ignore. Never been fired as the bolt and the receiver serial numbers are a mismatch. I could get a gunsmith to check adjust the head-spacing but it's too much of a bother. Regardless, I've always been intrigued by the stampings on the stock.

Does anyone know if there is a significance to these stamps, or are they what you'd expect from any rifle coming out of the Oberndorf arsenal?

 

[Peter B]

From the birthplace of STILLE NACHT HEILEGE NACHT.

My wife and I were lucky enough to attend a concert on the 200th anniversary of the song in Salzburg. It was very moving and one of the best I have ever attended.

 

[cptbob]

They are acceptance stamps. You find them on many issued German firearms.

 

[cptbob]

Here is an example on a rifle I have. You find the same acceptance stamps on the metal parts too.

 

[Steve Nick]

Here is an example on a rifle I have. You find the same acceptance stamps on the metal parts too.

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The stamps on the woodwork is what I was inquiring about. Much like the ones in your first photo.

I thought they may be a regimental QM marking.

Thanks for educating me on this topic.