Speculation here:
But this gun could possibly have been taken by a GI from the piles of surrendered guns the Germans were forced to give up at wars end. Oftentimes they are without the scope and mounts as I expect the owner decided not to include them when the gun was turned in. Can't say as I blame him. Perhaps some of the more knowledgeable rifle members who usually post in the rifle section will comment here.
As an aside: The rcommendation to get a chamber cast is a good one and any gunsmith can do this for a reasonable cost. If the rifle is in fact 38-55 that would certainly influence the value.
Jim
Last edited by italiansxs; 05/17/14 05:35 PM.
