NORWAY

The Kingdom of Norway (Norge, Noreg), a constitutional monarchy located in northwestern Europe, has an area of 150,000sq. mi. (324,220 sq. km.), including the island territories of Spitzbergen (Svalbard) and Jan Mayen, and a population of *4.2 million. Capital: Oslo (Christiania). The diversified economic base of Norway includes shipping, fishing, forestry, agriculture, and manufacturing. Nonferrous metals, paper and paperboard, paper pulp, iron, steel and oil are exported.

A united Norwegian kingdom was established in the 9^th century, the era of the indomitable Norse Vikings who ranged far and wide, visiting the coasts of northwestern Europe, the Mediterranean, Greenland and North America. In the 13^th century the Norse kingdom was united briefly with Sweden, then passed through inheritance in 1380 to the rule of Denmark which was maintained until 1814. In 1814 Norway fell again under the rule of Sweden. The union lasted until 1905 when the Norwegian Parliament arranged a peaceful separation and invited a Danish prince (King Haakon VII) to ascend the throne of an independent Kingdom of Norway.

HANDGUNS

NAGANT

Model 1883 Revolver

Adopted in 1883, this Nagant six-round revolver has a solid frame with loading gate and mechanical rod ejection. Double action. Chambered for the 9×23R Belgian Nagant cartridge. Barrel is part round and part hexagon and is 5.5” long. Fluted cylinder and checkered wood grips with lanyard loop. Weight is about 32 oz. This model stayed in service until 1940. It was issued to both officers and NCOs.

Courtesy Geschichte und Technik der europaischen Militarrevolver, Journal-Verlag Schwend GmbH with permission

Exc.	V.G.	Good	Fair
1250	750	400	275

Model 1887/93 Revolver

Similar in appearance to the Model 1883 but chambered for the 7.5×22R Norwegian Nagant cartridge. Barrel length is 4.5”. Weight is about 28 oz. In service until 1940.

Courtesy Geschichte und Technik der europaischen Militarrevolver, Journal-Verlag Schwend GmbH with permission

Exc.	V.G.	Good	Fair
1250	750	400	275

Model 1912/14

All of the Model 1912/14 pistols were produced by the Norwegian arsenal at Kongsberg Vapenfabrikk. The official designation of the Norwegian Colt pistol was “COLT AUTOMATISK PISTOL, MODEL 1912, CAL. 11.43 M/M.” In 1917 the designation changed to “11.25 M/M AUTOMATISK PISTOL MODEL 1914.” The new marking began with serial number 96 (see Table 1). For a more detailed explanation of the differences in the Norwegian pistols see Clawson’s, Colt .45 Government Models, 1912 through 1970.

Kongsberg Vapenfabrikk Model M/1914 (Norwegian) copy SN 1-96

Rarely seen. Condition 99-100 percent add 20-30 percent.

Norwegian slide legend left side • Courtesy Karl Karash

Exc.	V.G.	Good	Fair
3500	2200	1150	850

Kongsberg Vapenfabrikk Model M/1914 (Norwegian) copy 29614 to 30536

Numbers must match.

Norwegian slide markings right side • Courtesy Karl Karash

Exc.	V.G.	Good	Fair
1400	900	750	600

Kongsberg Vapenfabrikk Model M/1914 (Norwegian) copy SN 29,615 to 30,535

Waffenamt marked on slide and barrel. Numbers must match. Waffenamt marked M/1914s outside this range are probably FAKES. Condition 99-100 percent add 20-30 percent.

Exc.	V.G.	Good	Fair
3000	1900	1150	850

Notice the extended slide stop on the left side • Courtesy Karl Karash

Norwegian slide legend left side with extended slide stop • Courtesy Karl Karash

TABLE 1

DATE	SERIAL RANGE
1917	1-95
1918	96-600
1919	601-1150
1920	1151-1650
1921	1651-2200
1922	2201-2950
1923	2951-4610
1924	4611-6700
1925	6701-8940
1926	8941-11820
1927	11821-15900
1928	15901-20100
1929	20101-21400
1932	21441-21940
1933	21941-22040
1934	22041-22141
1936	22142-22211
1939	22212-22311
1940	22312-22361
1941	22362-26460
1942	26461-29614
1945	29615-30535
1947	32336-32854

SUBMACHINE GUNS

Norway used the German MP40, designated the M40, chambered for the 9×19mm Parabellum cartridge. The Norwegian military also issued the British Sten gun, as well as the HK MP5A2 and MP5A3. The Norwegian Marines use the Suomi 37/ 39 submachine gun.

RIFLES

The Norwegian military also uses the HK G3 rifle, the Mauser 98K converted to 7.62×51mm, as well as now-obsolete U.S. M1 Garands and U.S. M1 and M2 carbines.

Model 1842 Kammerlader Percussion Rifle

A unique breech-loading, percussion-fired rifle. Breechblock moves back and upwards by means of a lever on the right side. The hammer is on the underside, just in front of the trigger guard. The original caliber was 17.5mm, with later models being 11.8mm. Several variations were made including some carbines and long versions. Pricing on the U.S. market is about the same for all.

Courtesy Rock Island Auction Company

Exc.	V.G.	Good	Fair
3250	2500	1500	850

Model 1860 Rifle

A conversion of the Model 1842 to use a 12.2mm rimfire cartridge.

Exc.	V.G.	Good	Fair
2500	2000	1200	750

REMINGTON ROLLING BLOCK

NOTE: See also U.S. Rifles, Remington, for Remington built rolling block rifles for Norway.

Model 1867 Rifle

Built in Norway by Christiana, Husqvarna, or Kongsberg. Fitted with a 37.3” barrel with three barrel bands and full length stock. Brass buttplate. Chambered for the 12.17×42R Norwegian Remington rimfire cartridge. Weight is about 10 lbs.

Exc.	V.G.	Good	Fair
850	650	500	300

Model 1889 Carbine

This model was essentially a Model 1867 fitted with a 24” barrel chambered for the 8×58R Danish Krag cartridge. Built at Kongsberg. Weight is about 8.5 lbs.

Exc.	V.G.	Good	Fair
1100	800	650	425

JARMANN

Kongsberg

Model 1880-1882 Experimental

In 1880-1882 about 500 Jarmanns were produced in Sweden for use in trials in Norway. This experimental model used a curved 5-round box magazine mounted from the top right side of the receiver forward of the bolt handle. Chambered for the 10.15×61Rmm cartridge and fitted with a 32” barrel. Marked with Carl Gustaf markings.

Exc.	V.G.	Good	Fair
Too	Rare	To	Price

Too Rare To Price

Model 1884 Rifle

Bolt action rifle with magazine tube under barrel with 8-round capacity. Chambered for the 10.15×61R Jarmann cartridge. Full stocked with two barrel bands. Fitted with a 32.5” barrel. Weight is about 10 lbs. These rifles made at Kongsberg and marked with a “K” on the receiver ring.

Exc.	V.G.	Good	Fair
Too	Rare	To	Price

NOTE: A carbine version was built but never adopted by Norway.

Model 1884/87

Similar to the Model 1884 but with recalibrated rear sight for smokeless powder.

Exc.	V.G.	Good	Fair
Too	Rare	To	Price

MAUSER

K98k Reissued Short Rifle (.30-06)

The only difference between this rifle and the standard issue German model is the markings. The Norwegian word “HAER” meaning “Army” is stamped on the receiver ring. A number of other stampings that denote Norwegian military organizations may also be seen, such as: HV=Home Guard; FLY=Air Force; KNM=Navy; K.ART=Coast Artillery; NSB=Government Railway; POLITI=Police.

Exc.	V.G.	Good	Fair
600	450	375	250

K98k Action Military Target Rifle (Model 59)

Exc.	V.G.	Good	Fair
700	600	500	275

Model 84S

This rifle uses a modified Mauser 98 military action with the original markings removed. Chambered for the 7.62mm NATO cartridge and first introduced in 1984. Built by Vapensmia A/S in Norway. Fitted with a heavy barrel by the German company Heym. Has a 5-round detachable magazine. Fitted with a 6×42 Schmidt & Bender scope. Adjustable trigger. Laminated birch stock. This rifle was also sold commercially.

Exc.	V.G.	Good	Fair
1500	1150	800	500

KRAG JORGENSEN

See also U.S., Rifles, Krag

NOTE: The Norwegian Krag rifles differ from the U.S. Krags primarily in that it does not have a cartridge cutoff. The Norwegian Krags were used by the Norwegian army as its principal long arm until the Germans occupied Norway in 1940. The majority of these rifles were built at Kongsberg, although some were produced at Steyr and FN Herstal. Norwegian Krags were chambered for the 6.5×55mm Swedish Mauser cartridge.

Model 1894 Rifle

This rifle is full stocked with pistol grip and full-length handguard. Barrel length is 30”. Box magazine is located in horizontal position and has a capacity of 5 rounds. Tangent rear sight. Weight is approximately 9 lbs.

Courtesy Paul S. Scarlata, Collecting Classic Bolt Action Military Rifles

Exc.	V.G.	Good	Fair
1000	850	750	400

Model 1895 Carbine

This model is half stocked with short handguard and fitted with a 20.5” barrel. Magazine capacity is 5 rounds. Weight is about 7.5 lbs. Very similar in appearance to the U.S. Krag carbine.

Courtesy Paul S. Scarlata, Collecting Classic Bolt Action Military Rifles

Exc.	V.G.	Good	Fair
1500	1100	800	400

Model 1897 Carbine

Similar to the Model 1895 carbine except the rear sling swivel is located near the toe of the buttstock.

Exc.	V.G.	Good	Fair
1500	1000	750	400

Model 1904 Carbine

This model has a 20.5” barrel with full stock and upper handguard but no bayonet lug. Weight is about 8.4 lbs. Estimated production is about 2,750.

Exc.	V.G.	Good	Fair
1600	1100	800	400

Model 1906 Boy’s Training Rifle

Introduced in 1906 for use at schools and shooting clubs. Chambered for the 6.5×55mm cartridge. Barrel length is about 20.5”. Weight is about 7.25 lbs. No upper handguard with shorter stock dimensions. Turned down bolt handle. One barrel band has front swivel. Estimated production is about 3,321. Rare.

Exc.	V.G.	Good	Fair
1800	1250	1000	500

Model 1907 Carbine

Similar to the Model 1907 but with sling swivels located on rear barrel band and buttstock.

Exc.	V.G.	Good	Fair
1500	1000	700	400

Model 1912 Carbine

Full stocked with 24” barrel and 5-round magazine. Fitted with a bayonet lug on nose cap. Weight is about 8.5 lbs. About 30,100 were produced.

Courtesy Paul S. Scarlata, Collecting Classic Bolt Action Military Rifles

Exc.	V.G.	Good	Fair
1200	800	500	300

Bayonets for Model 1912 Carbine

Bayonets for Norwegian Krag Jorgensen

Model 1894 Rifle

Wood grip. 8.3” single edge blade. Steel scabbard. Price range 175 – 100.

Model 1912 Carbine

Wood grip. 14.3” single edge blade. Leather scabbard. Price range 175 – 100.

Model 1923 Sniper

This model is fitted with a full stock and checkered pistol grip. Full-length handguard. Heavy barrel length is 26.2”. Bayonet fittings on nose cap. Micrometer rear sight with aperture. Marked “M.1894” on receiver. Magazine capacity is 5 rounds. Weight is about 9 lbs. Scarce with total production of about 630 rifles.

Courtesy Paul S. Scarlata, Collecting Classic Bolt Action Military Rifles

Exc.	V.G.	Good	Fair
4500	4000	3000	2000

Model 1925 Sniper

Fitted with a 30” heavy barrel similar to the Model 1894 rifle but with checkered pistol grip and micrometer rear peep sight. Weight is approximately 10 lbs. Scarce.

Exc.	V.G.	Good	Fair
4500	4000	3000	2000

Model 1930 Sniper

This model has a sporter-style half stock with checkered full pistol grip. Heavy 29.5” barrel. No bayonet fittings. Micrometer rear sight. Marked “M/1894/30.” Weight is approximately 11.5 lbs. Scarce.

Exc.	V.G.	Good	Fair
4500	4000	3000	2000

Norwegian Modified Bayonets for U.S. M-1 Garand and M-1 Carbine

Shown are a pair of interesting modifications Norway did to make bayonets for the rifles they received from the U.S. after WWII. The German 98K bayonet has a small stud added to fit into the M-1 Garand gas plug. Price range 175 – 75. The Norwegian 1894 Krag bayonet has an added muzzle ring to fit the M-1 Carbine. Price range 150 – 60.

MACHINE GUNS

Norway used the Hotchkiss machine gun, chambered for the 6.5mm cartridge, beginning in 1911, as well as the Model 1914 and Model 1918 Madsen guns. The Browning Model 1917 water-cooled gun was used by the Norwegians and designated the Model 29. After WWII the Norwegian military used the Browning Model 1919A4, as well as the MG 34 and MG 42. Currently Norway has adopted the MG 42/59 as its standard machine gun, designating it the LMG 3.

Norwegian Modified Bayonets for U.S. M-1 Garand and M-1 Carbine