Source for K98 Original Cleaning Rods?

Hi Folks,

I have a 1944 K98, my grandfather (3d Army NCO) brought back from WWII. It was kept in a safe for decades, but we recently got it out, removed all the cosmoline, and took it to the range. I believe first time it was ever fired. Beautiful firearm. All numbers match, no import marks of course. The only thing missing is the cleaning rod. I would like to find one that is original and year-correct for the gun. Google and that auction site left my head spinning.

Can anyone recommend a good reliable source?

Thanks,

mark


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98k clg rods are just where ever/when ever you find them..
The odds are at least even that what you will find is a post war repro. These will not have any markings of any sort on them where the WW 2 rods will have a proof mark and 2 diget ser nr (last 2 of the rifle).
Sarge

Thanks, Sarge. That's helpful. I think I found one on That Auction Site.

I have looked for years for an original 33/40 cleaning rod and never could find one. I ended buying a repro 33/40 cleaning rod from SARCO about ten years ago, have to rework the profile. Doubt I will find one (11 inches long)

Also took many years to find the correct front sight hood as they are different from the K98
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You might try here.
https://www.libertytreecollectors.co...d=cleaning+rod

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Originally Posted by HOOKED ON HISTORY

You might try here.
https://www.libertytreecollectors.co...d=cleaning+rod

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Thank you, that is a great resource (at least as far as I can see from the website). I ordered a Mauser cleaning rod from them. Lots of Mosin stuff there, too, which I can use. Thanks.