The Karabiner 98a was an early carbine variant of the Gew 98, issued to cavalry and artillery. Shorter and handier than the full-length Gew 98, it saw widespread WWI service. Type: Rifle Action: Bolt-Action Caliber: 8x57mm Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 1904, Germany Weight: 85 oz Overall length: 43.3" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: Military, Collecting