German 8mm G43 Semi...what can you tell me?

[dhayse32]

I have an 8mm German Rifle. It has G43 duv marked on the barrell along with several other emblems/markings. I have searched and found SOME info, but I was hoping someone on here can tell me a little more about this gun. Most 8mm Mauser like this are bolt action, mine is a semi-auto. Any idea what it could be worth?

 

[CarmelHP]

. Most G43s like this are bolt action, mine is a semi-auto.

Huh?

 

[dhayse32]

Huh?

I meant most 8mm Mausers like this, not G43s...I read this online, is this not accurate?

 

[turnandshoot4]

Depending on the condition the value could be $1,100 on up.

 

[turnandshoot4]

Have any pics?

 

[dhayse32]

Have any pics?

I will take some this evening.

 

[CarmelHP]

I meant most 8mm Mausers like this, not G43s...I read this online, is this not accurate?

Yes, the Germans used, mostly, the general issue 8mm k98 Mauser bolt-action. The G/K43 series were semi-auto and not general issue.

 

[4PWW9]

Price depends on the condition of these type WWII German Rifles.
Check for any 3 letter codes on the receiver and I can tell you more.
The duv stands for Berliner-Luebecker Maschinenfabrik, which is the company that made the barrel.

 

[turnandshoot4]

Were there any issues with the saftey of these rifles?

I've heard of "shooters kits" for these rifles to make them "safe". I didn't know if this was gun shop talk or not.

 

[Gunaria]

Any where from $600 if it's been Bubba to over $2K w/ bring back papers. Condition and orginality is everything for getting a high dollar amount for these rifles.

 

[builder_one]

I'm very envious of you. FYI, I've read a lot of responses about these rifles saying the receiver will be beaten out of spec after enough shooting unless you purchase a special buffer for it (perhaps just interweb lore though, I can't speak from actual experience).

 

[EvilKidsMeal]

so jealous. i would love one of those. ive only ever seen one in person and the price ($3,400) was sickening and just about crushed my hopes and dreams..

 

[thoffman]

seen one sell at the 1500 for 5,000. my buddy just bought a k43 for 3,000.
if its in good condition there worth a lot man.
the k98 was bolt action, the g43/k43 was semi auto, late war makes if i recall correctly.
i dont know anything about them not being safe to shoot.

 

[Hkindiana]

At one time I had twenty different k43/g43 rifles. All were different varieties by date code, year, and markings. I remember paying $175 for my first one in 1982, and thinking that it was expensive. Sacra had them for years in the $300 price range. Mags were $15-20, and it was not uncommon to get 5-10 mags with a rifle when you purchased it. Now the mags are $90-150, and the rifles are $900-$4000. The average unmolested rifle is worth about $2000. The shooters kits are NOT necessary, but you do need to occasionally change the springs. Thet are a blast to shoot, pardon the pun.

 

[dhayse32]

I haven't had time to get any pics of the gun or the numbers off of it, but I will do my best in the next few days. The gun is in OK shape. It is not brand new by any means, but it isn't scrap metal either. I have never shot it but my dad said it is a beast...might have to test it out this spring.

 

[dhayse32]

Ok I looked last night. It is a G 43 DUV44 # 6120. Does this help?

 

[rhino1303]

The G43 was called Hitlers Garand, It was rushed into production as a rifle to match the Garand. US had the advantage of a semi auto 8 round rifle, while the Germans were using a bolt action K98's. Something had to give, so the G43 was born. If your rifle is matching numbers that greatly increases the value. Condition plays a role, but I would say that it's safe to say that it's worth some money, much more than a K98. If you would like to sell it get ahold of me.

 

[dhayse32]

Been a while but I FINALLY had someone look at the gun.

All numbers match on the gun, which is nice. It does need a spring kit that would run approx $200, something with the gas return. We were quoted a price with and without the fix...and we have decided to either sell or trade the gun for a few pistols or maybe a combo with a rifle or ammo...Going to post an ad in the classifieds soon...

Thanks everyone for the info!