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is that it is true that the M48A are the best manufacture of model 98
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Had a Mauser built sporter from prior to WWI next to my m48a. As much as I love my m48 due to sentimental reasons it was clunky and unrefined compared to the Sporter. That thing was like glass. One was meant to be a quickly produced tool of war that went bang every time, while the other was a quality built piece that was meant to be sold for its quality and craftsmanship.
Imho as others have stated, the German made South American contract mausers have the best fit and finish.
Find one in unissued or excellent non abused condition and you will be marveled by how well made it is for a military firearm.
Find one in unissued or excellent non abused condition and you will be marveled by how well made it is for a military firearm.
I'd have to suggest the vz24 is consistently a beautiful example of it's type, and as also suggested already there are some mighty fine South American gems too.
The Yugo m48a is one of the "newest" '98 available(made between '52 and '56), but also have stamped parts where a m48 would have had milled. They are good looking, and finished well (the few I've seen), and made post war so condition tends be very good.
The Yugo m48a is one of the "newest" '98 available(made between '52 and '56), but also have stamped parts where a m48 would have had milled. They are good looking, and finished well (the few I've seen), and made post war so condition tends be very good.
I bought a Brazilian M 35 straight out of a galvanized steel lined crate from Lever Arms in 1974. It had beautifully figured wood, stunning blueing, and included the factory test target, serial number matched bayonet, a muzzle cover and sling. It cost me $185 plus tax!!!
Unfortunately, its the one that got away. I sold it in 1984 when I had a young family and needed cash more than rifles that I didn't shoot. Big mistake.
