Very good condition WWI German GEW 98 Mauser Rifle in 8mm Mauser (7.92 x 57) caliber that was manufactured by Spandau Arsenal in 1917, as marked on the receiver. Receiver ring has the “H” marking, indicating Hannover dept rework. Rifle is NOT import marked and has all matching serial numbers. Bolt body is unnumbered. Receiver, bolt, and buttplate are original “in the white” with some gray and brown patina. Remaining metal finish is original blue showing some wear to brown and gray patinas. Bore is very good and bright with strong rifling. Stock has original finish and shows some normal wear and handling marks. Right side buttstock has faint Imperial German proof mark cartouches. Underside of buttstock has an added matching serial number. Complete with cleaning rod and detachable sling swivel. A nice WWI GEW 98 Mauser Rifle with matching numbers.