WW2 nazi ZF-4 scope & mounts question

[Liberty_Bell]

I picked this scope up a few years ago intending to use it on either a G-43 or K-43 that I have. When I purchased it the photos showed the side view of the mounts attached and I figured on removing these and replacing them with the correct amount for my rifles. Once I received it I have been very reluctant to remove these as they appear to me to be for a K98K sniper rifle, but given the many types Germany used I haven't been able to place them as yet. I was hoping that some of you milsurps geniuses on here could tell exactly what I have and if this might be worth more left alone. I have other ZF-4 scopes now and this isn't an issue anymore but I would like to know what the mounts were used for during the war. Thanks for your expertise and help, and God bless.

 

[Liberty_Bell]

Bump

 

[enfieldguy]

These were employed on 98k rifles, yes..these look like a turret type mount, but it does look different in a way. As you said, the Germans had many different set ups. Interesting.

 

[will4me]

I think I have seen those Type of mounts before but I will have to go through some old WWII Weapons books I have.
I seem to have a little down time this weekend so I will see if I can find the one I saw.

 

[Liberty_Bell]

I thank you both for your replies and greatly appreciate expertise regarding this little matter. I know it doesn't amount to much but for some reason I get a feeling like it would be 'sacriligious' to remove these original mounts from the scope. It looks to me like one of the mounts that they used when they didn't keep the scope mounted at all times but only took it out and put it to work when needed. If either of you could give me any further info regarding this I would be most appreciative. I've had this lying here for several years now and the scope is in excellent shape as are the mounts. I could have used the scope but could never bring myself to desecrate it, if that makes any sense to you. Thanks again, and God bless.
Tim