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I know it is a difficult thing to do, but can anyone give me a rough idea of the value of a 1916 dated Gewehr 98 rifle?
Supposedly all of the numbers match, it is marked Erfurt, and it has the bayonet with it.
I will be able to see and maybe buy it this week, but I would like to know what it is worth before then.

Thanks for the help guys,

Chief

The Collector's Price and Reference Guide of Military Firearms list it at $500 in average condition. Check for any markings on the weapon - Turkish crescent would probably lower the value as would any marking relating to the Weimar era. Not much interest in WW1 German longarms in this area, the bucks are going to the weapons of the Third Reich era.

If it's in nice condition and truly ALL matching, screw heads, wood, etc. I'm betting it would bring $750 to $1,000 at auction from a WWI collector. It's it's "mostly matching" with the typical worn finish, then considerable less. As the Russian mentioned, a Turkish rework would cut into the value as well.

I collect Imperial German rifles and would pay $1500 and more for a truly all matching rifle in excellent condition. One of the biggest problems with the rifles is usually some bubba has messed with the stock by sanding,varnishing ect.

As was commented on untouched originals are few and far between, as most of what is out there has had this or that done to them. With a really nice WW I basic example being more valuable to many specialist collectors than a same condition WW II basic rifle (at least in my experience).

Where the game is changed a tad is with your "average" WW II rifle. With more interest (and higher prices) for WW II rifles in general. Regards, FP

Thanks Guys, I have something to go on, and I will try to get you some pictures this week.

Thanks Again,
Chief

Dow is on mark, Erfurt is a desirable maker also. Good luck and keep us posted.

Fritziii