Rare WWII German AX code K98 bolt action rifle Russian Capture 8mm (R43849) DTX

Serial No. 7461v, made in 1940 by the Erma Factory from only 1940-1941, 8mm, 24” round barrel. Bore is dark with scattered pitting visible in the grooves, rifling remains strong. Original serial numbers are non-matching, rifle has been forced matched with electric pencil. Receiver is marked “ax/1940” with import stamp on the left side. Stock is good with nicks, dings and marring noted. Action is smooth and functions correctly. One of the rarest codes that is sought after (DALLAS LOCATION)