K98k question on barrel markings

[Jordan A.]

Hi Guys, I have a German Mauser K98k with matching numbers from factory 42 made in 1938.
On the barrel are unknown markings that I need help with. In capital letters GUST WJT with the number 35127 below it and the capital letter I below that. Are these Swedish markings from after the war? Thanks, in advance

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[boltaction]

Hi there. I'm visiting with family out of town right now so don't have my Backbone book with me, but I would bet your GUST WJ marking stands for Gustloff Werke. It was a Nazi owned arms firm which also made G43s if memory serves me.

Ed

[Jordan A.]

Thanks Ed, when you get back, I would love to see if you are right. Thanks, Jordan