Here is a German-made K98 with a trip to Portugal in its past. The seller describes a Mauser-Werke 937A, made in 1937 and imported by Century, with the crest of Portugal on top and many German stamps throughout. The notes say some of these rifles were sent to Angola during the 1960s.

The rifle is chambered in 8mm Mauser and has a 24-inch barrel and a five-round magazine. The finish is black and wood. The seller says it is in good condition and that the markings show an early 1937 production in the C series. The serial numbers are 100 percent matching.

Matching numbers matter. They show that the rifle has stayed together as a set, and that makes it more valuable to collectors. A German-made rifle with a foreign crest also tells a story that spans two continents. It is a good conversation piece as well as a rifle that can be shot.

Check the receiver, the bolt, and the barrel for stamps in the photos. Inspect the bore and the headspace. If you plan to shoot it, use standard 8mm Mauser ammunition. It is sold as described, in used condition. The rifle ships to your FFL dealer for the background check.