Gewehr 43 Semi-automatic rifle Accession Number: REL/05157

Description

G43 Rifle. Semi automatic action marked K43 qve 45 and the serial number. The bolt and breech cover are marked 2645. The laminated stock has nazi proof marks on the butt. This rifle is fitted with a ZF 4 telescopic sight, serial number, 27180 accessioned as REL/06069. No bayonet lug was fitted to these weapons.

Contextual Description

The Gewehr 43 was the second mass produced self loading rifle adopted by the German army during the Second World War.

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Accession Number
REL/05157
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Classification
Technology
Object Type
Firearm
Measurement
Overall: 111.7 cm
Date Made
1945
Place Made
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Copyright
Copyright not applicable

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