This video delves into the history and identification of the single-rune bnz43 SS Contract K98k rifle. It details the SS's use of concentration camp labor for arms production at the Steyr plant in Gusen, highlighting the specific markings that distinguish these contract rifles from standard Wehrmacht issue. The description explains how supplemental parts, marked with single 'S' runes to bypass regular inspections, were used to meet the SS contract, and clarifies that these rune-marked receivers were actually not produced in the camps. The SS contract lasted until 1944 when production integrated into the standard Wehrmacht logistics.
This video focuses on the K98k rifle, specifically a 'bnz43' variant featuring a single SS rune marking. The description highlights 'forgotten weapons', 'rifle', 'k98k', 'mauser', 'singlerune', 'germany', and 'history', indicating a deep dive into this historical firearm and its unique markings.
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