Zastava M48 8mm Mauser

Make: Zastava
Model: M48
Caliber: 8mm Mauser
Action: Bolt
Barrel: 24
Bore: Bright
Serial # 13930
Condition: Very Good
Importer: Fed ord Inc
The Zastava M48 Mauser is a bolt-action rifle that captures the essence of military history and craftsmanship. Manufactured by Zastava Arms, this rifle is an embodiment of the post-World War II era, designed for the Yugoslav army. Its roots are deeply intertwined with the famous German K98k Mauser, making it a must have for collectors and enthusiasts who cherish legacy and precision. The M48 is chambered for the 8mm Mauser cartridge and offers the very strong and reliable performance that stands the test of time, featuring a classic Mauser 98 large ring action with a controlled-feed extractor and a 5rnd internal magazine. M48 has a 23.25″ blued barrel with a bayonet lug, original rear leaf adjustable and front hooded blade sights ensure precise targeting, while the metal buttplate and 13″ LOP offer a comfortable shooting experience. The M48’s production from the late 1940s to the early 1960s highlights its significance in the evolution of military bolt-action rifles and its role as a standard infantry weapon for Yugoslav forces and its exports. This is an all matching serial number rifle including the stock. It appears to have been an unissued example with cosmaline still in the bolt. And a beautiful walnut stock with a steel cupped butt plate. Please see photos. C&R