The Mauser Standard Modell was a commercial version of the military Kar 98k pattern rifle sold to civilian and paramilitary customers between the wars. These influenced Mauser's export military contracts and were often of very high quality. Type: Rifle Action: Bolt-Action Caliber: 8x57mm Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 1925, Germany Weight: 89 oz Overall length: 43.7" Status: Discontinued Intended use: Hunting, Military, Collecting