Ammo box Mauser 98K

Replica of an 8mm rifle ammunition box used with the Mauser 98k rifle, the standard infantry weapon of the German army during World War II. These cardboard boxes were the original packaging issued to soldiers—never plastic containers, modern boxes, or bags. Ammunition was always distributed in such authentic boxes.

The package is designed to store 15 rounds of 8mm (7.92×57 mm) cartridges, suitable for Mauser 98k and other period-correct weapons. Ideal for reenactors, filmmakers, or collectors seeking an accurate representation of wartime equipment.

The label "s.S." (schweres Spitzgeschoss – heavy pointed bullet) referred to ammunition originally developed for long-range machine gun use. The "S.m.E." type (Spitzgeschoss mit Eisenkern – pointed bullet with iron core) was created as a cost-saving alternative when lead and other metals became scarce—its core was steel, coated with a thin layer of lead.

Boxes marked "Für Gewehr" contained ammunition made specifically for rifles, often using lighter construction to reduce material use. More robust rounds intended for machine guns were packed in boxes labeled "Für MG." Labels like "i.L." or "in Ladestreifen" indicated that the cartridges were pre-loaded into stripper clips for rapid loading.

These replica boxes faithfully reproduce various historical label types and codes, making them an excellent addition to any authentic WWII setup.