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February 11, 2026
By Mauser Press Release
San Antonio, Texas (February 11, 2026) – Mauser is pleased to introduce the new Mauser 98 Das Original bolt-action rifle. Harnessing a combination of advanced technology and old-world craftsmanship, this modern iteration of one of the world’s most iconic rifles delivers the accuracy and reliability embraced by millions of Mauser owners for more than a century. And it is now available in .300 Win Mag for the first time ever!
The original M98 was prized for its controlled round feed, extreme strength, reliability and safety. The new M98 Das Original is designed with these same features along with improvements including a Diamond Like Carbon (DLC) coating on the bolt for extra protection from wear, a gold-colored trigger, and elegant hand-selected Grade 5 wood. The magnum configurations come with a red safari recoil pad system for improved comfort.
“The Mauer 98 Das Original edition was built in Germany for American hunters and collectors who appreciate perfection and top-tier engineering,” said Jason Evans, CEO, Blaser Group. “The new Das Original delivers the legendary reliability of the original M98 with enhanced features and, for the first time ever in a Mauser 98, this edition is now available in .300 Win Mag.”
New Features: DLC Bolt components Gold Colored Trigger Gold colored lettering on Floor plate (Since 1898 Das Original) Hand Selected Grade 5 wood Magnum configuration with red safari recoil pad: MSRP: $14,500 Standard Configuration: MSRP: $12,000 308 Win 30-06 300 Win Mag (This caliber has never before been offered in a Mauser 98)
