Need help finding nice K98 rifles!

[Chad1]

I am looking for help in finding some nice k98 rifles. Maybe some of you guys have some stashed that need to get moved out, or know somebody that does? Any good dealers to start with?

I am looking for an early-war example and a Luftwaffe issue example.

I plan on holding out for matching numbers and very good condition.

Thanks for any help.

Chad

[Gene]

Do you have a C&R license? Some K98's are all matching number save for the trigger guard screws which often broke. Is this a concern? What about duffle bag cuts?

[Josh Beckett]

Check on gunbroker. I know where you can get just a Luft stock. Also check on oldguns.org or www.simpsonltd.com

[Gene]

Do not go to Simpson Ltd unless you want to overpay for something that likely is not what it purports to be. Rifles like this usually pass among collectors who spread the word of who has what.

[Chad1]

word on Simpsons

I went to Simpsons once. They had a police luger I wanted for a mannequin I was setting up. The luger looked nice, but the dubious helmet on the shelf made me think twice. If I doubt their helmets, which is something I know about, just imagine what I don't know about the guns! I ended up not bying the luger on that point alone.

As for the C&R license, my old man has one and we do this thing together (collecting). He would be the one doing the actual business.

To be more specific, I want a really nice k98 without liabilities, excellent condition, matching numbers, etc...and I am generally not afraid to pay for it.

Still hoping for early-war and/or Luftwaffe marked.

[Gene]

I'd post a Want ad of exactly what you are looking for on Sturmgewehr.com