The Mauser Model 1898, or Gewehr 98, is arguably one of the the most important bolt action military rifle designs of the 20th century, if not all time. It earned a notable reputation for being ...

The Mauser-made Gewehr ... Model 1903. Berlin saw that it was quickly becoming outclassed by a German-made rifle employed by other nations, and that led to the development of the Gewehr 98.