Nice old 98. Let me add that the 8x57 responds well to handloading. Old, corrosive Mil-surp ammo doesn't really do much more than go Bang, usually. I've got a K-98 that was rebuilt & mostly scrubbed in Yugoslavia post WW2. Still in 8x57 with a mint barrel. Put good handloads in it and it's a whole new ball game. A fiber optic front sight sure helps old eyes. Few years ago I put a fiber optic front sight on that helps old eyes. Fits right into the front sight dovetail, no Bubba work involved. It's from Williams Gun Sight Co., Firesight #70940 for Mauser Model 98 Military. Don't know if they still offer them but if they are still available I'd recommend them.
