Mauser Kar 98 Hunting Edition

Planning a bachelor party in Budapest and looking for ways to spice it up a bit? Budapest is famous for its nightlife, but a true stag party should be a full day of fun. Here are a few tips on how to make the day unforgettable!

Bring All Your Friends Together

Some guys like it wild, some prefer a laid-back vibe, but a great bachelor party brings everyone together. Maybe you and your crew don’t go out every weekend like you used to as life gets busy after college. Some of you might be married already, others working hard to build your careers. That’s why it’s important to take every chance to reconnect and forget your everyday worries. A stag party is the perfect excuse to even hit up the groom’s old high school buddies and make it a night to remember.
But is it really just one night? Nope, definitely not. A bachelor party can kick off in the morning, or if you want to go big, make it a whole weekend getaway. Sure, drinking is a big part of the fun, but it’s also worth adding some extra activities to the plan. Just be creative with it!

How Do I Start?

If you’re the lucky one organizing the event, there are a few things you’ll need to keep in mind. First, know the groom’s style. Is he a party animal or more of a laid-back guy? Plan accordingly – whether that means going wild or keeping it chill. Otherwise, things could get awkward fast.
Next up: the budget. Don’t stress if you can’t go all out – there are plenty of things to do in Budapest on a budget. Once the date is locked in and the destination is picked, send out the invites and get the party rolling!

Get an Airbnb or Rent a Boat

Once you’ve nailed down the date, make sure to book your accommodations early. Budapest has tons of options. Hotels, hostels, and Airbnb rentals all over downtown. But if you’re trying to save some cash, it might be worth booking ahead.
Also, if you’re coming in the summer, why not check out Lake Balaton? You could even rent a boat for the weekend and level things up.

Make a List of the Best Bars and Restaurants

Whether you’re craving traditional Hungarian food or sticking with international cuisine, Budapest has it all. From top-notch restaurants to craft beer bars, downtown is packed with options. Plan your stops ahead of time so you won’t have to improvise at the last minute.

Try Budapest Shooting!

It’s no surprise that indoor shooting ranges are becoming increasingly popular for tourists. Right in downtown, Budapest Shooting offers a wide variety of firearms for both gun enthusiasts and newbies. We specialize in stag parties, and our customizable bachelor party package can be tailored to fit the groom’s personality with plenty of room to throw in a few surprises.
Ready to plan the ultimate bachelor party in Budapest? Book your date now!

The Karabiner 98 kurz (German: [kaʁaˈbiːnɐ ˌʔaxtʔʊntˈnɔʏntsɪç ˈkʊɐ̯ts]; "carbine 98 short", often abbreviated Kar98k or K98k and often incorrectly referred to as a "K98" (which was a Polish Carbine), is a bolt-action rifle chambered for the 7.92×57mm Mauser cartridge that was adopted on 21 June 1935 as the standard service rifle by the German Wehrmacht. It was one of the final developments in the long line of Mauser military rifles. Although supplemented by semi- and fully automatic rifles during World War II, it remained the primary German service rifle until the end of the war in 1945. Millions were captured by the Soviets at the conclusion of World War II and were widely distributed as military aid. The Karabiner 98k therefore continues to appear in conflicts across the world as they are taken out of storage during times of strife. In February 1934 the Heereswaffenamt (Army Weapons Agency) ordered the adoption of a new military rifle. The Karabiner 98k was derived from earlier rifles, namely the Mauser Standardmodell of 1924 and the Karabiner 98b, which in turn had both been developed from the Gewehr 98. Since the Karabiner 98k rifle was shorter than the earlier Karabiner 98b (the 98b was a carbine in name only, a version of Gewehr 98 long rifle with upgraded sights), it was given the designation Karabiner 98 kurz, meaning "Carbine 98 Short". Just like its predecessor, the rifle was noted for its reliability, great accuracy and an effective range of up to 500 metres (550 yd) with iron sights and 1,000 metres (1,090 yd) with an 8× telescopic sight. The desire for adopting new shorter barreled rifles and the introduction of the Karabiner 98k, featuring a 600 mm (23.62 in) long barrel, were reasons for changing the standard German service ball rifle cartridge. The 1903 pattern 7.92×57mm Mauser S Patrone produced excessive muzzle flash when fired from arms that did not have a long barrel like the Gewehr 98. It was found that the s.S. Patrone, originally designed for long range machine gun use, produced less muzzle flash out of rifles that had a shorter barrel and also provided better accuracy. Because of this the S Patrone was phased out in 1933 and the s.S. Patrone became the standard German service ball cartridge in the 1930s.