They are authentic k98 mausers, and authentic war trophies.....of the Russians. Every one I've ever had hands on had been "Russianized" before being "Mitchellized". There's nothing wrong with a Russian capture, as a shooter they can be worked into a very accurate rifle. Some day even Russian captures will "probably" be considered somewhat collectible, but Mitchell's most likely will still be hated! My $.02.
GregM
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