Surplus parts

[Gil Martin]

I found a Kar98k with matching numbers and a very dark bore for almost nothing at a local gun shop. I ordered two replacement military barrels and they arrived the other day. Both were supposed to be in excellent condition; one was like-new while the other was a real clunker. The clunker was returned for a refund. I have found that it pays to order more parts than are required and return any that are unsatisfactory. I called the company and they apologized for the clunker barrel. From now on I will go to the parts dealer and see what they have for sale.

In the meantime, some serious cleaning revealed that the '98 rifle cleaned up to just about excellent. This is the first coal mine bore that ever cleaned up for me. All the best...
Gil