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Is a kar98 a sniper?
The Karabiner 98 Kurz bolt-action rifles, also known as Kar98k or K98k, became the standard German infantry rifles in 1935. Between 1935 and 1945, about 14,000,000 Kar98k rifles of all variants were built; 132,000 of which were sniper rifles.
Is SPR a sniper?
The SPR-1 is a single-shot sniper rifle chambered for the 7.62×51mm NATO cartridge.
What kind of action did the K98a use?
The K98a also used a small-ring Mauser action, which complicated the production process. Following the postwar shift to large-ring carbines with 600 mm barrels and Gewehr 98-style bayonet lug/muzzle lengths, such as the Czech vz. 24, the decision was made to develop an intermediate model rifle for the Polish Army. The design was finalized in 1929.
What was the problem with the karabinek K98a rifle?
Field use of the K98a rifles showed that the design was not fit for use as an infantry weapon (originally, the K98a had been developed as a weapon for auxiliary or special troops). The greatest flaw was the weak bayonet mount, as the bayonet lug would break off when hitting hard objects.
When did the Mauser wz 98 come out?
The Mauser was also arguably one of the best bolt-action rifles at the time and the best available to Poland. Production of the wz.98 began in July 1922, after the Danzig machinery was moved to Warsaw to create the National Rifle Factory in Radom .
What kind of rifling does Polish Mauser use?
Sound stock and hand guard, with minor dings and compressions. Metal has a matte black finish, quite nice with a correct brite bolt. Chambered in 8mm Mauser the bore has good+ rifling, brite with slight frost. Not import marked but is stamped 8mm on the barrel.