I'm really wanting to get one of these. I know some things about them but probably not enough to ensure I'm making a decent purchase.

Local sales have been going for about $150 or so for a rifle with the mum ground off. I'd like to get one with the mum but am wondering about the significance of a mis-matched bolt. A bring back with a bayonet, matching numbers and mum brought $450 last year.

I'm a collector more interested in simply acquiring a sample rifle from each warring nation than an investment piece. I want a functional rifle rather than a perfect example.

Are the anti-aircraft sights significant or not? Dust covers I understand are pretty rare. I'd rather not get one with a cut stock. Serial numbers or manufacturer numbers on earlier ones are located in three or four places?

Sale coming up in about three weeks that I might have a decent chance of getting one.
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