K98 question...should I or shouldn't I buy??

[papapanzer]

Good info. on mfg. firm .My concern is getting the varnish off without damaging the stock.Anybody got any input as to removing or not removing varnish,
and how to do it correctly , will be appreciated.
Peter

[GIZMO8Z]

Hi Peter, I am afraid to offer you advice without seeing pictures first. I know there are a few good vids on youtube about refinishing k98 stocks... let me try to find them for you.

[GIZMO8Z]

Here you go:

Refinishing a Rifle Stock, K98 pt. 1/2 - YouTube

Refinishing a Rifle Stock, K98 pt. 2/2 - YouTube

[papapanzer]

Thanks. I really wish I would have take pictures of the rifle at the time I went and looked at it.He is not available now ,so pictures are not possible for the time being.GREAT Italian rifle you just got.
Peter

[GIZMO8Z]

Thanks. I really wish I would have take pictures of the rifle at the time I went and looked at it.He is not available now ,so pictures are not possible for the time being.GREAT Italian rifle you just got.
Peter

Thank you, sir! I just got a Japanese Arisaka... but it's giving me some major problems and needs to be looked at by a gunsmith... The Carcano looks to be mint... I'm excited!

[papapanzer]

Just watched the videos-now all I have to do is get the rifle !
Peter

[GIZMO8Z]

Just watched the videos-now all I have to do is get the rifle !
Peter

As long as you're happy, that is what matters! Good luck, and we will be awaiting pictures of your new baby!

[papapanzer]

Finally,found out the k98 went elsewhere.
Peter

[mauser9]

franz if correct. Russian captures easily worth at least $400 with good bores.