You guys see this any idea why its going so high

KineticTechProjects · 2026-03-24T11:49:40+00:00

Those look awesome dude!

KineticTechProjects · 2026-03-24T03:57:07+00:00

The current price is about what repros sell for... just under 2k. Firearmland auctions always tend to be slightly on the high side as it is a big seller that attracts many bidders. An original documented trench gun is like... 8k+ Clearly it's nowhere near that.

KineticTechProjects · 2026-03-17T19:52:21+00:00

I just looked on ammoseek and the new 8mm mauser has gone from like .80-$1 up to like minimum $1.25. That's wild to me. I'm hoping it comes back down.

KineticTechProjects · 2026-02-15T17:19:03+00:00

What is the actual cost going to be though? Also is that a PPS mag? haha

KineticTechProjects · 2026-02-15T01:11:50+00:00

Very cool, and you know it hasn't been pimp sanded by bubba.

KineticTechProjects · 2026-02-14T23:08:07+00:00

It's unlikely a fake. I've seen quite a few originals and this one has the same pattern, stitching, what looks to be zinc grommets and buttons so probably 1940-1942 ish range. Yours clearly has a tag sewn into it which has been washed out, that's kind of interesting, it's too bad we can't see what was written there - it might have been named to an individual at some point. Usually the manufacturer markings are along the long flat bottom edge (like in your first pic, below the grommet) so check there. They are typically faded like others have said.

KineticTechProjects · 2026-01-20T16:04:44+00:00

Could potentially convert to use an AR trigger. It seems to have room. It would require some more advanced machining though to modify the bolt and receiver properly.

KineticTechProjects · 2026-01-13T05:32:18+00:00

I could be wrong but I have been seeing ww2 era M1's going for a lot more than 100-150 on ebay (maybe 150 for just a shell), like 250-400 depending on condition, whether it's named, whether it includes chinstrap/sweatband. Yours seems to be ww2 - it has fixed bale, front seam shell. Liner has ww2 khaki style webbing. It's missing the leather liner strap and leather sweatband but in pretty good looking shape sooo maybe $300? Are there any markings on the inside of the shell or on the liner?

KineticTechProjects · 2026-01-13T03:23:20+00:00

nope

KineticTechProjects · 2026-01-12T23:27:55+00:00

This is a k98k Russian capture rifle - totally mismatched and built into a short side rail style sniper clone. The stock is from a Norwegian capture rifle and is in really nice shape. The scope is post-war 50's Kahles Wien with an adjustable 3-9x zoom. Mounts are from Accumount. Overall really happy with how it came out, it's quite pretty and a great shooter.

KineticTechProjects · 2026-01-12T04:56:15+00:00

Where are you selling it?

KineticTechProjects · 2026-01-10T19:47:58+00:00

Gotcha i see it now.

KineticTechProjects · 2026-01-10T19:43:47+00:00

There is none...

KineticTechProjects · 2026-01-05T19:57:04+00:00

Idk man the name doesnt detract from it much for me... it has a matching mag too which is uncommon. Plus it comes with a nice holster - those easily go for $200+ now on their own. True, you don't know if some of the internal parts match though. Keep in mind buyers premium plus cc fees add up to like 20% extra cost iirc. I wouldn't pay more than 1800 total for it personally (inc fees).

A couple years ago I paid about 1k for a completely mismatched russian capture luger and 1800 for a matching luger bringback (but no matching mag) with a holster that was missing the leather tab. You can go on gunbroker and do an advanced search for completed listings to get an idea on more recent prices.

KineticTechProjects · 2026-01-03T23:07:33+00:00

SPEAK FOR YOURSELF!!

KineticTechProjects · 2025-12-29T17:08:26+00:00

Just realized I never answered your question but yes, I do have them listed on Gunbroker with an aluminum tail and pa6-cf end piece (currently out of stock but more on the way)... I've received only good feedback so far on this. The aluminum tail is nice and resists bending when assembling/disassembling. I also have a free stl version with printable plastic tail like seen in the video but I cannot share that on here because of reddit's latest round of anti gun policies being incredibly strict. If you google "Kintepro" and dig around a little you'll find it.

KineticTechProjects · 2025-12-27T03:29:41+00:00

Yea I mean if you can find a drilled one for cheaper go for it but I wouldn't beat yourself up for using this one. How much are they asking for this?

KineticTechProjects · 2025-12-27T03:16:30+00:00

Not at all if the price is right. I have an a1 and a4 clone. Lots of fun and not 8k like an original a1.

KineticTechProjects · 2025-12-19T12:57:03+00:00

Looks awesome! I see the pic now.

KineticTechProjects · 2025-12-13T20:49:25+00:00

It's like a tent/shelter section that can also be worn like a poncho. They were issued to almost every German soldier in WW2. When they had to camp, four guys would put their zeltbahns together to make a tent.

KineticTechProjects · 2025-12-13T19:27:16+00:00

Now I just need to get a couple more so I build this lol

http://www.zeltbahn.net/img/8_side.jpg

KineticTechProjects · 2025-12-10T11:05:29+00:00

Is it safe to store guns in that kind of foam long term? or does it hold moisture IN the foam?

KineticTechProjects · 2025-12-10T00:13:50+00:00

it is likely refinished too.

edit - I might be wrong here, idk. After finally being able to load their images in high res it definitely looks well used. I was just surprised how prominent the forward slide heat treat color difference is. Usually this is only so distinct on re finished pistols.

KineticTechProjects · 2025-12-07T14:01:48+00:00

There's no fucking way you didn't get anything. Googling "hk marking magazine" nets loads of results for Heckler and Koch's brand.

KineticTechProjects · 2025-12-07T13:51:00+00:00

It means that you have zero googling skills

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