Was the Gewehr 88 used in ww2?
Inter-war Germany used Gewehr 88 rifles only for the militia. Gewehr 88 rifles were also used in the Spanish Civil War by both sides. At the beginning of World War II some Gewehr 88 rifles were still in use, by second line units or paramilitary organizations (or partisans) in Poland and Yugoslavia.
Is the Gewehr 98 good?
The Gewehr 98 saw service primarily in World War I, as well as the Boxer Rebellion and the Herero Wars in the preceding years. As with all contemporary bolt-action rifles, it was a powerful and accurate rifle with long range that was poorly suited for the close quarter fighting of trench warfare.
Is the gewehr 88 an antique?
These Gew 88/05s were sent in great numbers to the Ottoman Empire during the First World War as aid. After the War ended, these rifles remained in now Turkish service. These are considered antiques by the BATF, which means you can grab a great piece of history without needing an FFL.
Is the Gewehr 88 good?
The Gewehr 88`s are in fair to good condition. All are original German made at various imperial Arsenals like Amberg, Danzig, Loewe, Steyr, etc. They might have some minor dings or cracks and may be missing pieces of wood in some areas. They are all functional and considering the age in really nice shape.
Who made the Gewehr 88?
Ludwig Loewe
Gewehr 1888
| Model 1888 Commission Rifle / Gewehr 88 | |
|---|---|
| Designer | German Rifle Commission |
| Manufacturer | Ludwig Loewe, Haenel, Steyr-Mannlicher, Imperial Arsenals of Amberg, Danzig, Erfurt, and Spandau, Hanyang Arsenal |
| Variants | Gewehr 88/05, Gewehr 88/14, Karabiner 88, Hanyang 88 (unlicensed copy) |
| Specifications |
Is 7.92 x57 the same as 8×57?
The 8×57 is also known as the 7.92x57mm J, 7.92x57mm JS, the 8x57mm Mauser or plainly as the 8mm Mauser; they are all describing the same cartridge, bullet diameter aside.
How much is a Gewehr 88?
Our Price: $699.99 It also has some minor pitting. The rifle has beautiful Ethiopian markings. This is truly the last one. We just received a very small shipment of Gewehr 88 rifles.
What caliber is a GEW 88?
We just received a very small shipment of Gewehr 88 rifles. These rifles are in good original condition. They have all German and Ethiopian markings and are chambered in the original 8mm Mauser caliber or the “S” conversion.