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Nazi German K98k Mauser Short Rifle (dot 1944)
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DESCRIPTION: Late war production Nazi World War Two issue K98k Mauser short rifle. The rifle is marked on the receiver ring with the Nazi era maker's code of Waffenwerke Brunn, A.-G. (CESKOSLOVENSKA ZBROJOVKA, A.S. BRNO, under Nazi occupation) and a 1944 date of production, "dot 1944". The receiver rail displays a model designation, "Mod. 98". The left side of the receiver and barrel displays a small "Nazi eagle holding a circle with a swastika inside". Matching serial numbers (the only serial numbers are stamped on the barrel and bolt; there are no other serial numbers stamped on the rifle, which is correct for the late production K98k). All the serial numbers are original and they were not restamped. Laminated stock. The right side of the buttstock displays Waffenamt and "H" (fading). The upper part of the buttstock also displays, "H". Late war production stamped trigger guard with "byf" markings (Waffenfabrik Mauser, Oberndorf am Neckar). Milled magazine floor plate. The magazine follower shows, "lxr"(correct). Late war production, crudely welded barrel band and nosecap (correct). Correct style bolt with a turned down bolt handle. Cupped buttplate. The rear sights are calibrated from 100 meter to 2000 meter. Complete with a front sight hood and a leather sling. This is the late war production variant of K98k manufactured neither with a provision for the cleaning rod, nor with the bayonet rail. CONDITION: Excellent. 92-93% of original blue finish is still on metal. Most of the blue wear is on the trigger guard and magazine floor plate. The stock shows some handling marks. The buttstock shows some minor surface separations in laminated wood (please, see pictures). Bore is in very good to fine condition with strong rifling. Some darkness in the grooves. Strong action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear. All the markings are clearly visible on metal. No import markings. The leather sling is in very good condition with some surface scratches.Very nice late war production Nazi K98k rifle! The rifle comes from my family member collection of military firearms (please, pay by check, money order, or bank wire transfer only). Serial# 659XX. |
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DESCRIPTION: High quality Chilean Mauser M.1912 rifle made by Waffenfabrik Steyr, Austria in 1912, as indicated by markings on the receiver rail and on the left side of the buttstock. All matching serial numbers, including the cleaning rod (the matching serial numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel, bolt body, bolt cocking piece, safety, stock, rear sight, trigger guard, magazine floor plate and on the cleaning rod; there are no numbers stamped on all the remaining parts of the rifle, which is correct for this model). All the parts of the bolt show matching serial numbers. All the serial numbers are original and they were not restamped. Nice stock with the pistol grip. The left side of the stock displays a nice cartouche with Chilean crest and a date, "1912". Beautiful crest of Chile is also stamped on the top of receiver ring, along with the pattern designation, "MODELO 1912". The rear sights are calibrated from 300 meter to 2000 meter. Complete with a matching cleaning rod. CONDITION: Excellent. Metal has about 93-94% of original blue finish. The receiver has original polished steel finish. Bore is in very good to fine condition, with strong rifling. Some darkness in the grooves. Strong action. Solid stock with some handling marks, small dings and light scratches. Stock is in original finish. No cracks of any kind. All the markings and cartouche are clearly visible on the stock. All original condition. No import markings. Overall length is 49 inch. Barrel length is 29.5 inch. A very nice example of the Chilean M.1912 rifle! The rifle comes from my family member collection of military firearms (please, pay by check, money order, or bank wire transfer only). Serial# C49XX. |
Chinese Military Contract German Mauser "Standard Modell"
Short Rifle
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DESCRIPTION: Relatively scarce Chinese military contract Mauser "Standard Modell" short rifle. Made by Mauser-Werke A.G., Oberndorf a/N., Germany. Not that many Chinese contract "Standard Modell" rifles survived to these days in decent condition. The rifle is almost identical with Chinese manufactured "Chiang Kai-Shek" rifle, except for the markings and quality. The latter was simply a copy of the "Standard Modell" rifle. Mismatched serial numbers. The receiver ring displays a Mauser "Banner". The crest of the Republic of China is stamped on both sides of the receiver ring. The barrel and rear sights display several Nazi markings, "Nazi eagle holding a circle with a swastika inside", "Nazi Eagle over 280", "S/42G", etc. The bolt and trigger guard also display Nazi markings. The laminated, German-style stock. Strong, 98-type action. Ramp and leaf rear sight calibrated from 100 to 2000 meter. Stamped trigger guard. Milled magazine floorplate. The cleaning rod is missing. Complete with a front sights hood and a leather sling of unknown origins. CONDITION: Fine+, may have been refurbished after the WWII. 80-85% of blue finish is still on metal. Most of the wear is on the front part of the barrel, trigger guard and magazine floor plate. Some blue is turning to brownish color. All the markings and numbers are clearly visible on metal. The stock shows some handling marks, small dings and minor scratches. No cracks in wood. Bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. No import markings. The leather sling is in good condition. Very nice example of Chinese military contract German Mauser "Standard Modell" short rifle. The rifle comes from my family member collection of military firearms (please, pay by check, money order, or bank wire transfer only). Serial# 82XX. |
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Chinese Chiang Kai-Shek Mauser Short Rifle
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DESCRIPTION: Relatively scarce Chinese Chiang Kai-Shek Mauser short rifle. Although several millions of rifles of this pattern were manufactured in China, not many survived to these days in decent condition. The rifle is almost identical with German "Standard Modell", except for the markings and quality. It is believed that production of this type of rifle begun shortly before the Sino-Japanese war, and continued, in at least some state arsenals, till 1949. The receiver ring displays Kungsien Arsenal makers' markings ("Two Interlocking Diamonds"), ideogram "Chiang Kai-Shek Model" and Chinese style production date, "9". Matching serial numbers (matching serial numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel, bolt and on the bolt release lever). All the other parts of the rifle do not show any serial numbers. The laminated, German-style stock shows the number that was most likely force-matched. It is not unusual to find some European made parts in Chinese rifles. Strong, 98-type action. Ramp and leaf rear sight calibrated from 100 to 2000 meter. Complete with a cleaning rod and a leather sling of unknown origins. CONDITION: Excellent+, may have been refurbished and rebarreled after the WWII (possibly unfired). 99%+ of very nice blue finish is still on metal. All the markings and numbers are clearly visible on metal. The stock shows some handling marks, small dings and minor scratches. There is a small arsenal repair on the left side of the stock, just below the rear sights, with a block of wood nicely replaced (please, see pictures). Bore is in like new condition with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. No import markings. The leather sling is in excellent condition. Very nice example of Chiang Kai-Shek short rifle. The rifle comes from my family member collection of military firearms (please, pay by check, money order, or bank wire transfer only). Serial# R021XX. |
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Nazi German K98k Mauser Short Rifle (dot 1944)
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DESCRIPTION: Nazi World War Two issue K98k Mauser short rifle. The rifle is marked on the receiver ring with the Nazi era maker's code of Waffenwerke Brunn, A.-G. (CESKOSLOVENSKA ZBROJOVKA, A.S. BRNO, under Nazi occupation) and a 1944 date of production, "dot 1944". The receiver rail displays a model designation, "Mod. 98". The left side of the receiver and barrel displays a small "Nazi eagle holding a circle with a swastika inside". Matching serial numbers stamped on the following parts of the rifle: chamber, stock, the bolt handle, the bolt safety lever and the bolt cocking piece. The barrel band, trigger guard and magazine floorplate show mismatched serial numbers. No serial numbers are stamped on all the remaining parts of the rifle. All the serial numbers are original and they were not restamped. Laminated stock. The right side of the buttstock displays Waffenamt and "H". The lower part of the buttstock displays, "dot". The buttplate does not display any markings. Milled trigger guard. Correct style bolt with a turned down bolt handle. Cupped buttplate. The rear sights are calibrated from 100 meter to 2000 meter. The front sight hood is missing. Complete with a cleaning rod and a leather sling of unknown origins. The cleaning rod does not show any markings. CONDITION: Fine+ to low excellent. 93% of blue is still on metal. Most of the blue wear is on the barrel bands. Some metal roughness under the blue finish on the magazine floorplate. Nice stock with no cracks, but with some handling marks. Original finish on the stock. The right side of the buttstock shows some scratches. Bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear. All the markings are clearly visible on metal. No import markings. The leather sling is in excellent condition. Very nice Nazi World War Two period K98k rifle! The rifle comes from my family member collection of military firearms (please, pay by check, money order, or bank wire transfer only). Serial# 51XXar. |
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Nazi German K98k Mauser Short Rifle (large bnz 43)
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DESCRIPTION: Nazi World War Two issue K98k Mauser short rifle. The rifle is marked on the receive ring with the Nazi era maker's code of Steyr Waffenfabrik and a date, "bnz 43" (oversize letters and numerals). The receiver rail displays a model designation, "Mod. 98". The left side of the chamber displays a small "Nazi eagle holding a circle with a swastika inside" and a Waffenamt stamp, "WaA140". The magazine floor plate shows a Nazi Waffenamt stamp, "Nazi Eagle over 214". The quality of the machining, polishing and stamping may indicate that the rifle was manufactured at one of the Nazi concentration camps (Buchenwald?). Matching serial numbers are stamped on the barrel, the rear sights' base, the rear sights' leaf, the bolt handle and on the bolt safety lever. Mismatched serial numbers are stamped on the stock, follower and on the magazine floor plate. The remaining parts of the rifle do not display any serial numbers. The serial numbers are factory original and they were not restamped. The left side of the buttstock displays a large serial number (this may be a post war number). The rear sights do not have a half-ring for a handguard. The buttplate does not display any markings. The rear sights are calibrated from 100 meter to 2000 meter. Stamped trigger guard and magazine floor plate. Correct style bolt with a turned down bolt handle. Cupped buttplate. Laminated stock. Steyr made solid nosecap. The front sight hood is missing. Complete with a cleaning rod. CONDITION: Fine. 90% of blue is still on metal. Most of the blue wear is on the barrel bands. Nice stock with no cracks, but with some handling marks, minor dings and scratches. Bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear. All the markings are clearly visible on metal. No import markings. Interesting Nazi World War Two period K98k rifle! The rifle comes from my family member collection of military firearms (please, pay by check, money order, or bank wire transfer only). Serial# 73XX. |
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Japanese Captured Chinese Contract Czechoslovak vz.24 Mauser
Short Rifle
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DESCRIPTION: Original pre-WWII Czechoslovak vz.1924 Chinese contract short rifle. One hundred thousand of vz.24 rifles were purchased by China in the second half of 1930-s. They can be identified by a "P" prefix serial number. Many vz.24 rifles were captured by Japanese soldiers during the Sino-Japanese War. Some of these rifles were issued to Japanese Navy during the World War Two, and consequently were captured by US forces. Few Japanese Navy issue vz.24 rifles were brought home as war trophies by US servicemen. The receiver of the rifle displays a date, "1937". Made by CZ factory in Brno, Czechoslovakia, as indicated by markings on the right side of the receiver. All matching serial numbers (the matching serial numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel, bolt and stock; there are no serial numbers stamped on all other parts of the rifle, which is correct for this model). All the serial numbers are original, and they were not restamped. The receiver's rail displays following maker's markings, "CESKOSLOVENSKA ZBROJOVKA, A.S., BRNO, VZ.24". The right side of the buttstock has a steel regimental disc inlaid in the wood, without any markings. Ramp and leaf rear sight calibrated from 300 to 2000 meter. Complete with a cleaning rod. Very high quality of manufacturing! CONDITION: Low fine. Metal has about 72-75% of original blue finish. Most of the finish wear is on the front part of the barrel, on the trigger guard and on the magazine floor plate. The bolt shows some light patina. The buttplate shows some brownish patina. All the markings and numbers are clearly visible on both, metal and wood. Bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear. Stock is solid with the usual handling marks, scratches and light dings. There are some oil stains on wood. No cracks in wood. No import markings. Scarce Japanese captured vz.24 short rifle. The rifle comes from my family member collection of military firearms (please, pay by check, money order, or bank wire transfer only). Serial# P10XX. |
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DESCRIPTION: Imperial German M.1871 Mauser infantry rifle converted to 6.5 mm at the St. Denis factory in France, as a part of Uruguayan military contract. The chamber displays a name of the French arsenal, "St. Denis". The right side of the receiver rail displays Imperial German production date, "82. 1880". The left side of the receiver rail displays an original Imperial German model markings, "I. G. Mod. 71". Matching serial numbers are stamped on the receiver, bolt's main body, bolt's head, bolt's safety lever and on the bolt's cocking piece. Some screws still display old Imperial German numbers, different from the numbers on the receiver and bolt. Numerous Imperial German proofs are still present on the receiver and on the bolt. Very nice walnut stock without a pistol grip. The right side of the buttstock displays a number, "19". Complete with a proper cleaning rod with a brass tip. Brass trigger guard. Steel butt plate. Ramp and leaf rear sights calibrated from 400 to 2000 meter. Bayonet lug on the lower part of the barrel, near the muzzle. Two sling swivels. The rifle was manufactured without a handguard. This enigmatic rifle is also called "Dovitiis-Mauser", or "Mauser 1871/92". The rifle comes with a French military style leather sling. Overall length: 50.75 inch. Barrel length: 31.25 inch. CONDITION: Excellent, as modified and refurbished by the French arsenal. 94-95% of blue finish is still present on the barrel, receiver and rear sights. Polished steel finish on the bolt, buttplate and barrel bands. The buttplate shows some scattered light patina. No pitting of any kind. Bore is in excellent condition, with strong and shiny rifling. Perfect, smooth action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. All the markings and numbers are clearly visible on metal. Stock is solid and smooth, with some light handling marks. No cracks to the stock. The leather sling is in very good condition. Scarce rifle in very collectible condition! Antique. Serial# 838XX. |
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Unusual German Kar. 98AZ Style Mauser Carbine (6.9 x 57 mm)Caliber: 6.9 x 57 mm Price: $2475 Inventory # mau _0685 Pictures: |
DESCRIPTION: Unusual German Kar. 98AZ style carbine in 6.9 x 57 mm caliber! The carbine has a very short, 17.25 inch barrel (rather than 23.2 inch long barrel found on K98AZ). The overall length of the carbine is only 37.25 inch (compare to 43 inch overall length of K98AZ). The lower part of the barrel (under the stock) displays following marking: "Crown over B, Crown over U, Crown over G, 6.9 mm 57, 4/27, Crown Stm G, N 11gr". Based on the markings, the carbine was built (or converted) in April 1927. The receiver ring displays the following abbreviation and number: "I. G. H. 096". The carbine has mismatched serial numbers. Other than, "096" there is no serial number on the receiver. The bolt does not have a serial number. The right side of the buttstock displays a number, "86". The trigger guard and magazine floor plate displays some old Imperial German numbers and markings. The front sight and nosecap display a number "36". The follower displays, "47". The left side of the receiver ring displays, "Crown over B, Crown over U". No provision for the cleaning rod. 98AZ style bolt with with turned down bolt handle. Early style stock with no finger groove. Other than the number on the right side of the buttstock, there are no markings on wood. Tangent rear sight calibrated from 100 to 1200 meter. K98AZ style side sling swivels. I assume that the sling swivels in the lower part of the stock were added after the carbine left the factory. Somewhat similar, German post-WWI police carbine (in cut-away version), is pictured in Ball's book on Mauser on page 293 (second edition). CONDITION: Very good+ to low fine. 60% of thin, original blue finish is still on metal. The balance is in white, mixed with some light patina. The blue is turning to brownish color in some places. The barrel band shows some scratches, or tool marks. The buttplate shows some brown patina. Solid stock with some handling marks, dings and scratches. The handguard shows some wear. Bore is well used with little rifling left. Strong action. Mechanically, the carbine is in very good/fine condition. All the internal parts of the carbine are in very good/fine condition, with only minor service wear. The markings and numbers are still visible on metal. No import markings. Unusual German Kar. 98AZ style carbine in 6.9 x 57 mm caliber! Serial# 0XX. |
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Very Scarce Prussian (Imperial German) Mauser M.1871 Jaeger Rifle with Interesting Regimental MarkingsCaliber: 11 x 60R Price: $2475 Inventory # mau_0679 Pictures: |
DESCRIPTION: Very scarce German Mauser M.1871 jaeger rifle! The rifle was manufactured by Osterreichische Waffenfabriks Gesellschaft, Steyr in 1875, as indicated by markings on the receiver and chamber. M.71 jaeger rifle is similar to M.71 infantry rifle, yet it is slightly shorter. The jaeger rifle has also a different style trigger guard with a finger spur. This feature is found only on the jaeger rifles. The rear sling swivel is located behind the trigger guard. The rifle has matching serial numbers, except for the bolt (the matching serial numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel, buttplate, nosecap, barrel band, trigger guard plate, front sight and rear sight). The bolt displays mismatched serial numbers. The screw heads display matching serial numbers (except for the bolt screw). All the serial numbers are original and they were not restamped. Numerous German proofs are present on metal and stock. The octagonal part of the barrel displays an abbreviated name of the arsenal, "Osterr.Wafffb.Ges.". Left side of the barrel displays Prussian Crown over "FW" (Frederick Wilhelm, King of Prussia). The buttplate tang displays Imperial German Military acceptance mark, "Crown over Gothic D" and Imperial German regimental markings, "10 A. L. 15. 55." (10 Feldartllerie-Regiment, Landwehr-Kompanie). Steel butt plate and trigger guard. Straight bolt handle. Overall length: 48.75 inch. Barrel length: 29.5 inch. Complete with original cleaning rod. The latter displays a correct Imperial German military acceptance mark, "Crown over Gothic D". CONDITION: Low fine. Metal has about 78% of original finish, which is turning to uniform brown color patina. The balance is in white, mixed with some gray and brown patina. The receiver and bolt have polished steel finish (now covered with some patina), which is correct for this model. Some surface rust/pitting in the middle of the barrel. The cleaning rod has some scattered patina. The bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in very good to fine condition, with no visible wear. Solid stock with usual handling marks, scratches and dings. There are some small hairline cracks in the upper part of the buttstock, just behind the receiver tang (please, see pictures). The German proofs on the stock are still partially visible (Gothic letters under the crown). The rear sight spring is missing. The bolt cocking piece is predrilled for some kind of the posted sights (this part can be easily replaced, please, see pictures). Difficult to find Mauser M.71 jaeger rifle with interesting regimental markings! No import markings. Serial# 21XXL. Antique. |
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Very Scarce Polish kbks M.1931 Military Training RifleCaliber: .22 LR. Price: $2575 Inventory # 22_0155 Pictures: |
DESCRIPTION: Very scarce Polish pre-World War Two M. 1931 single shot military trainer! The rifle displays following markings on the receiver: "Polish Eagle, F.B. Radom 1932"("F.B." = Fabryka Broni = The Arms Factory at Radom, Poland). The left side of the receiver rail displays model markings, "M.31" (only very early production rifles of this pattern were marked, "M.31", and not "kbk.S. wz.31"!). Wz. 1931 rifle was a standard Polish military trainer in the 1930-s. "Kbk.S" is a Polish language abbreviation that stands for, "karabinek sportowy" (sporting carbine). Accordingly, "wz" (wzor) will translate to "model", or "pattern". Despite such a sporting nomenclature, kbks was used mostly as a military trainer for Polish recruits. Many such rifles were also given to various level schools and universities for student military training. Externally, the rifle is very similar to wz.1929 Mauser rifle, as it was meant to be a trainer for Polish army recruits. The dimensions and weight are also almost identical to those of wz.1929 rifle. Matching serial numbers, except for the extractor (the matching serial numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel, buttplate, rear sights and bolt; the extractor displays a mismatched serial number; other parts of the rifle do not have serial numbers). The stock does not display a serial number (the stock may have been refurbished long time ago). All the serial numbers are factory original, and they were not restamped. The rifle has an original black baked enamel over phosphate finish on metal. Military style front sight with protective wings. Military style, adjustable rear sight calibrated from 20 to 100 meter. The rifle was manufactured with a short finger groove in the forestock. Steel buttplate and trigger guard. Polish Mauser style sling swivels (correct). Some fading Polish arsenal markings are stamped on the right side of the buttstock: "WB" (in a circle). The lower part of the buttstock displays fading "D" (in an octagon - stamped just behind the trigger guard, please, see pictures). Correct bolt with straight handle. The cleaning rod is missing. Overall length is 43.25 inch. The barrel length is 24.50 inch. This rifle comes from my personal collection of Polish military firearms. CONDITION: Fine. 80-82% of original finish is still on metal. The black baked enamel on the receiver is mostly gone, the phosphate finish is still there. Nice, solid stock with some handling marks. Wood may have been refurbished long time ago (there is no serial number visible on the stock, and all the markings are fading). Excellent bore with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. Mechanically the rifle is in excellent condition as well. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. No import markings. Very scarce, early production Polish kbks M.1931 military training rifle! Serial# 7XX. |
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Very Scarce Polish kbks wz.1931 Military Training RifleCaliber: .22 LR. Price: $2575 Inventory # 22_0153 Pictures: |
DESCRIPTION: Very scarce Polish pre-World War Two wz. 1931 single shot military trainer! The rifle displays following markings on the receiver: "Polish Eagle, F.B. Radom 1935"("F.B." = Fabryka Broni = The Arms Factory at Radom, Poland). The left side of the receiver rail displays model markings, "kbk.S. wz.31". Wz. 1931 rifle was a standard Polish military trainer in the 1930-s. "Kbk.S" is a Polish language abbreviation that stands for, "karabinek sportowy" (sporting carbine). Accordingly, "wz" (wzor) will translate to "model", or "pattern". Despite such a sporting nomenclature, kbks was used mostly as a military trainer for Polish recruits. Many such rifles were also given to various level schools and universities for student military training. Externally, the rifle is very similar to wz.1929 Mauser rifle, as it was meant to be a trainer for Polish army recruits. The dimensions and weight are also almost identical to those of wz.1929 rifle. All matching serial numbers (the matching serial numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel, stock, buttplate, rear sights, extractor and bolt; other parts of the rifle do not have serial numbers, which is correct for this model). All the serial numbers are factory original, and they were not restamped. The rifle has an original black baked enamel over phosphate finish on metal. Military style front sight with protective wings. Military style, adjustable rear sight calibrated from 20 to 100 meter. The rifle was manufactured with a short finger groove in the forestock. Steel buttplate and trigger guard. Polish Mauser style sling swivels (correct). Some Polish arsenal markings are stamped on the right side of the buttstock: "WB" (in a circle). The lower part of the buttstock displays, "Polish Eagle" and "D 2" (in a oval - stamped just behind the trigger guard, please, see pictures). Correct bolt with straight handle. The cleaning rod is missing. Overall length is 43.25 inch. The barrel length is 24.50 inch. This rifle comes from my personal collection of Polish military firearms. CONDITION: Fine. 82-85% of original finish is still on metal. Nice stock with some handling marks, light dings and small scratches. The right side of the stock has a small horizontal hairline crack (just below the receiver ring, please, see pictures). The rear part of the handguard also has a hairline crack (please, see pictures). Wood is in original finish. Excellent bore with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. Mechanically the rifle is in excellent condition as well. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. No import markings. Very scarce Polish kbks wz.1931 military training rifle! Serial# 134XX. |
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DESCRIPTION: Very scarce Polish kbks wz. 1898 training rifle in .22 LR caliber. "Kbks" is a Polish language abbreviation that stands for, "karabinek sportowy" (sporting carbine). Accordingly, "wz" (wzor) will translate to "model", or "pattern". Despite such a sporting nomenclature, kbks was used mainly as a military trainer for Polish recruits. Many such rifles were also given to various level schools and universities for student military training. Standard Polish trainer in the 1920-s and 1930-s. Originally, Polish made K98 in 7.92 mm Mauser caliber, later it was converted to single shot .22 LR trainer configuration. The magazine follower and spring were removed to allow only single shot action. The "empty" magazine served as a brass catcher (as in a number of other military training rifles). The bolt was modified accordingly for the .22 LR. The bolt is from the German Kar. 98 AZ, as indicated by markings under the handle. It was converted to .22 LR by one of the Polish arsenals, and marked with the Polish eagle on the handle (please, see pictures). It is quite common to see Imperial German bolts, usually from Kar.98AZ, or Gew.98, in early production Polish rifles. The action was rebarreled with newly manufactured .22 barrel. The rifle is marked on the receiver: "Polish Eagle, P.F.K. WARSZAWA 1928" ("P.F.K."=Panstwowa Fabryka Karabinow = The State Rifle Factory in Warsaw, Poland). The left side of the receiver displays, "K98" (model designation before the conversion). Manufactured without provision for the cleaning rod. The right side of the buttstock displays an interesting cartouche, "Eagle over a Shield with a Letter 'K' inside" (fading). Matching serial numbers, except for the buttplate (matching numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel, nosecap, barrel band, front sights, rear sights, trigger guard and magazine floor plate; the number on the stock is fading and impossible to recognize; the bolt does not show a serial number; the number on the buttplate is close - but the first digit is '5' instead of '2' - error?). Four sling swivels. Later, some of the kbks Wz.1898 rifles (but not all) were marked on the hand guard with a large caliber designation, "22", that allowed Polish recruits to properly identify the rifle as a trainer. This rifle does not have such markings (I believe that these ".22" markings were not burned in wood by Polish arsenals, but rather by units/schools that used the rifles). Overall length is 43.25 inch. The barrel length is 24.75 inch. This rifle comes from my personal collection of Polish military firearms. CONDITION: Fine+ to low excellent. 92% of blue finish is still on metal. Some blue finish is turning to brownish color (mainly on the trigger guard and on the magazine floor plate). Occasional light patina/peppering on some metal parts. Some brown patina on the buttplate. Solid stock displays nice smooth finish with some light handling marks and dings. No cracks to wood. Wood was probably refurbished when the rifle was converted to .22 LR configuration, as the markings and numbers are fading. Bore is in fine condition. Strong action. Mechanically, the rifle is in excellent condition. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition. All the markings and numbers on metal are clearly visible. The rifle is in all original condition, as brought from the war. No import markings. Very scarce Polish kbks wz. 1898 trainer! Serial# 21XX. |
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Scarce Siamese Military Issue German Mauser M.1871 Infantry RifleCaliber: 11 x 60R Price: $1275 Inventory # mau_0667 Pictures: |
DESCRIPTION: Scarce Siamese military issue German Mauser M.1871 single shot rifle! Manufactured by Gebruder Mauser & Co., Oberndorf factory in 1878, as indicated by markings on the receiver and barrel. A Siamese issue Mauser M.1871 rifle is virtually identical with German issue M.1871 rifles, except for the markings. Siamese "Charkra" is stamped on the chamber. "Charkra" was an emblem of the royal house of Siam. It represented the throwing weapon of ancient Khmer gods and consisted of twelve flaming blades. Matching serial numbers, except for the bolt. Numerous German proofs are clearly visible on metal and stock. The octagonal part of the barrel displays a maker's name, "Gebr. Mauser & Co., Oberndorf". Left side of the barrel displays Prussian Crown over "W" (Wilhelm I, King of Prussia and the Emperor of Germany, 1871-1888). Brass trigger guard. Steel buttplate and barrel bands. Dark walnut stock. Straight bolt handle. The nosecap has a bayonet lug on its right side. Complete with an original cleaning rod. Overall length: 53 inch. Barrel length: 33.5 inch. CONDITION: Fine. About 70% of blue finish is still present on metal. Most of the blue finish is turning to brownish color. The balance is in white, mixed with some scattered patina. Some pitting on the barrel, along the stock lines (please, see pictures). Occasional light cleaning marks on the barrel. Some patina on barrel bands, bolt and nosecap. The buttplate is also covered with light gray/brown patina. The cleaning rod shows some scattered brown patina and occasional metal roughness. The bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear. Nice stock with usual handling marks, minor dings and light scratches. The left side of the stock has a hairline crack (just under the chamber, please, see pictures). There are also some hairline stress cracks in the upper part of the buttstock, just behind the receiver tang (please, see pictures). The rifle is in "as found" condition. Careful cleaning would greatly improve the condition of this rifle. Difficult to find Siamese issue Mauser M. 1871 rifle! No import markings. Serial# 9XH. Antique. |
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Beautiful and Very Scarce German Danzig Factory Mauser M.1898 Sporting Rifle with Matching ScopeCaliber: 7.92 x 57 mm Price: $2950 Inventory # mau_0663 Pictures: |
DESCRIPTION: Beautiful and very scarce German Danzig factory Mauser M.1898 sporting rifle in 7.92 x 57 mm caliber. Manufactured by Gewehrfabrik Danzig shortly after the end of the Great War, as indicated by markings on the receiver rail and by the proof markings on the receiver ring. Sporting rifles of this pattern were manufactured in very limited numbers by the Danzig factory in 1918/1919. The lack of the military orders forced the Danzig factory to manufacture guns for the civilian market. Shortly after, the Danzig arsenal ceased to exist. Based on the Versailles Treaty all the machines were moved to Warsaw, Poland in 1920, in order to create the rifle factory there. The Danzig sporters utilized strong Kar.98AZ action with small ring receivers. Since Danzig sporters were arsenal made, they bear no commercial proofs, but Imperial German stamp, "Prussian Eagle" (stamped on the left side of the receiver ring, on the barrel under the wood, as well as on the bolt). Today, Danzig sporters are very difficult to find on the collector market, as very few were manufactured originally, and even less survived to these days. The receiver has German style scope mounts.The scope itself was manufactured by Dr. Walter Gerard in Charlottenburg, Germany, and is accordingly marked. Stepped, round barrel. Double set trigger. Military style stripper clip guides are machined into the back of the receiver. Internal box Mauser-style magazine. Fixed, European sporting style front sights. Two position, express style rear sights. Steel trigger guard. Walnut, sporting style half-stock with cheek-piece and semi- pistol grip. Beautiful diamond checkering at the wrist of the buttstock. Schnable forend. Mauser style safety lever is located on the back of the bolt. Turned down bolt handle. Steel buttplate. Two sporting style sling swivels. Manufactured with no provision for the cleaning rod. The four digit serial number indicates a limited production. All matching serial numbers (the matching serial numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel, bolt, scope and scope mounts; all the remaining parts of the rifle do not display any numbers). The lower part of the buttstock displays a small crest of the city of Danzig, "Crown over two Crosses in the Shield". The right side of the buttstock displays the country of origins, "Germany". The rifle comes with an old leather sling. Overall length is 44 inch. The barrel length is 24 inch. CONDITION: Excellent. 95% of crisp, original blue finish is still on metal. The receiver has a somewhat fading and worn case coloring finish. The blue finish on the trigger guard is starting to turn to brownish color. There is one small spot of of light metal roughness on the trigger guard. Excellent bore with strong and shiny rifling. Strong and smooth action. Mechanically the rifle is in excellent condition, as well. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. The double set trigger is very sensitive. All the markings and numbers are clearly visible on metal and wood. Very attractive stock with a couple of minor handling marks. There is one small hairline crack on the right side of the stock, just in front of the bolt handle (please, see pictures). Fantastic quality of machining and metal finish! The scope is in excellent condition as well. The optics are still very clear. Beautiful and very scarce Danzig factory sporting rifle with a matching scope for a discriminating collector! Serial# 14XX. |
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Very Scarce Quebec Home Guard Issue Imperial German Mauser M.1871/84 Jaeger Rifle with BayonetCaliber: 11 x 60R Price: $2575 Inventory # mau_0654 Pictures: |
DESCRIPTION: Very scarce Imperial German Mauser M.71/84 jaeger rifle with Canadian Quebec Home Guard markings! After entering the Great War in 1914, Canada decided to establish a number of Home Guard units. One of them was the Quebec Home Guard created by the City of Quebec. About three to four hundred of surplus M.71/84 infantry and jaeger rifles were purchased by the City of Quebec for their Quebec Home Guard unit from Bannerman in New York in 1914. They were the only Mauser rifles ever issued to the Canadian military! The right side of the buttstock displays Quebec Home Guard property markings, "QHG 9" (please, see pictures). The rifle comes complete with an Italian Vetterli bayonet (correct for the Quebec Home Guard issue M.71/84 rifles - it is believed that Italian Vetterli bayonets were also purchased by the City of Quebec from Bannerman in New York!). The rifle was manufactured at the Spandau arsenal in 1886, as indicated by markings on the receiver and barrel. M.71/84 jaeger rifle is similar to M.71/84 infantry rifle, except for the extra sling swivel added to the butt stock, behind the trigger guard. All matching serial numbers, including the screws. Matching serial numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel, bolt, buttplate, trigger guard, both barrel bands, nosecap, bolt release, front and rear trigger guard screws, the stock main screw, both buttplate screws and on the rear sights. All the serial numbers are original and they were not restamped. Numerous German proofs are clearly visible on metal and stock. The octagonal part of the barrel displays Prussian Crown above the name of the Spandau arsenal. Left side of the barrel displays Prussian Crown over "FW" (Frederick Wilhelm, King of Prussia). The buttplate tang displays Imperial German regimental markings, "10. R. 16.178" (The 10th Infantry Regiment). Mauser M.1871/84 is an improved, repeating version of M.1871, with the major difference being a presence of a tubular magazine under the barrel. The magazine capacity is eight rounds. The ammo elevator mechanism was also added beneath the bolt. The magazine is loaded through the top of the open action. CONDITION: Low excellent. Metal has 88-90% of original blue finish. Most of the finish wear is on the barrel bands, nosecap and trigger guard. Some finish is turning to brownish color, mainly on the nosecap and trigger guard. Receiver is left in white (polished steel), as it should be. The bore is in excellent+ condition with shiny and sharp rifling! Strong action. Mechanically the rifle is in excellent condition, as well. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. Very nice and solid stock with some handling marks and light dings. Very crisp Prussian markings on the stock (Gothic letters under the crown, please, see pictures). The bayonet is in fine+ condition. Very scarce the City of Quebec issue Mauser 71/84 jaeger rifle with bayonet! Serial# 27XX. Antique. |
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Beautiful and Very Scarce German Danzig Factory Mauser M.1898 Sporting Rifle with Matching ScopeCaliber: 7.92 x 57 mm Price: $2950 Inventory # mau_0653 Pictures: |
DESCRIPTION: Beautiful and very scarce German Danzig factory Mauser M.1898 sporting rifle in 7.92 x 57 mm caliber. Manufactured by Gewehrfabrik Danzig shortly after the end of the Great War, as indicated by markings on the receiver rail and by the proof markings on the receiver ring. Sporting rifles of this pattern were manufactured in very limited numbers by the Danzig factory in 1918/1919. The lack of the military orders forced the Danzig factory to manufacture guns for the civilian market. Shortly after, the Danzig arsenal ceased to exist. Based on the Versailles Treaty all the machines were moved to Warsaw, Poland in 1920, in order to create the rifle factory there. The Danzig sporters utilized strong Kar.98AZ action with small ring receivers. Since Danzig sporters were arsenal made, they bear no commercial proofs, but Imperial German stamp, "Prussian Eagle" (stamped on the left side of the receiver ring, on the barrel under the wood, as well as on the bolt). Today, Danzig sporters are very difficult to find on the collector market, as very few were manufactured originally, and even less survived to these days. The receiver has German style scope mounts.The scope itself is manufactured by K. Gerard, and is accordingly marked. Stepped, round barrel. Double set trigger. Military style stripper clip guides are machined into the back of the receiver. Internal box Mauser-style magazine. Fixed, European sporting style front sights. Two position, express style rear sights. Steel trigger guard. Walnut, sporting style half-stock with cheek-piece and semi- pistol grip. Beautiful diamond checkering at the wrist of the buttstock. Schnable forend. Mauser style safety lever is located on the back of the bolt. Turned down bolt handle. Steel buttplate. Two sporting style sling swivels. Manufactured with no provision for the cleaning rod. The four digit serial number indicates a limited production. All matching serial numbers (the matching serial numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel, bolt, scope and scope mounts; all the remaining parts of the rifle do not display any numbers). The lower part of the buttstock displays a small crest of the city of Danzig, "Crown over two Crosses in the Shield". The right side of the buttstock displays the country of origins, "Germany". Overall length is 44 inch. The barrel length is 24 inch. CONDITION: Excellent. 95% of crisp, original blue finish is still on metal. The receiver has an original polished steel finish, and is now covered with light brown patina. The blue finish on the trigger guard and the magazine floor plate is starting to turn to brownish color. Excellent bore with strong and shiny rifling. Strong and smooth action. Mechanically the rifle is in excellent condition, as well. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. The double set trigger is very sensitive. All the markings and numbers are clearly visible on metal and wood. Very attractive stock with a couple of minor handling marks. Fantastic quality of machining and metal finish! The scope is in excellent condition as well. The optics are still very clear. Beautiful and very scarce Danzig factory sporting rifle with a matching scope for a discriminating collector! Serial# 62XX. |
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DESCRIPTION: Very scarce, early Spanish M.1891 Mauser saddle ring cavalry carbine! Made by Ludwig Loewe, Berlin in 1894, as indicated by markings on the receiver. The carbine is virtually identical with an Argentinian M.1891 carbine, except for markings. The receiver displays early Spanish crest above the place and date of production, "Berlin 1894". The left side of the receiver displays following wording, "Manufactura Loewe, Berlin". Spain ordered 10,000 of M.1891 rifles and 5,000 of M.1891 carbines in Germany in 1893 (Spanish M. 1893 Mauser was not adopted yet, as it was still in trials). Spanish army needed these guns in order to fight the Muslim uprising in Melilla and Rif Valley (Morocco) which erupted in 1893. Spanish troops were armed with Rolling Block rifles in .43 caliber at the time, that were quickly becoming obsolete. The M.1891 Mausers performed very well against the Muslim rebels. After the uprising, M.1891 rifles and carbines were shipped to Cuba and were used during the Spanish-American War of 1898. There are only a few of such carbines in the collections in the USA. Virtually all of them were captured in Cuba during the Spanish-American War. US military records show that a small quantity of such carbines were captured in Cuba during the war (the carbine is described as a "Argentine model carbine" in the records). Only 154 carbines of this pattern captured by the American forces in Cuba were offered for public sale in 1899. Today, the original M.1891 Spanish Mauser carbine is very difficult to find! Matching serial numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel, rear sights and magazine floorplate. The bolt does not show a serial number (an arsenal replacement bolt?). All the remaining parts of the carbine do not display any numbers, which is correct for this model. All the numbers are legitimate, and they were not restamped. Turned down bolt handle. Two lugs 1891 Mauser action. Ramp and leaf rear sights are calibrated to 1400 meter. The carbine has a new style bolt release lever, doubling as a left charger guide (correct for M.1891). CONDITION: Very good+ to fine. The carbine is in its original condition and was not refurbished by Spanish arsenal. This usually indicates that it was captured during the Spanish-American War. Metal has about 68-70% of thin, original blue finish. Most of the finish is turning to uniform brownish color. Occasional patina and/or peppering. The buttplate is covered with gray patina. Bore is in low fine condition with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. Mechanically, the carbine is in fine condition. All the internal parts of the carbine are in fine condition, with no visible wear. All the markings and numbers are clearly visible on metal. The stock has some handling marks and dings. There is a hairline crack in the lower part of the buttstock, just behind the trigger guard (please, see pictures). Some wear to wood in the front part of the stock, just behind the nosecap. The saddle ring assembly is missing from the lower part of the buttstock (please, see pictures). No import markings. Very scarce cavalry carbine from the time of Spanish-American War! Antique. Serial# 42XX. |
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Very Scarce Polish kbks wz.1931 Military Training RifleCaliber: .22 LR. Price: $2275 Inventory # 22_0152 Pictures: |
DESCRIPTION: Very scarce Polish pre-World War Two wz. 1931 single shot military trainer! The rifle displays following markings on the receiver: "Polish Eagle, F.B. Radom 1932"("F.B." = Fabryka Broni = The Arms Factory at Radom, Poland). The left side of the receiver rail displays model markings, "kbk.S. wz.31". Wz. 1931 rifle was a standard Polish military trainer in the 1930-s. "Kbk.s" is a Polish language abbreviation that stands for, "karabinek sportowy" (sporting carbine). Accordingly, "wz" (wzor) will translate to "model", or "pattern". Despite such a sporting nomenclature, kbks was used mostly as a military trainer for Polish recruits. Many such rifles were also given to various level schools and universities for student military training. Externally, the rifle is very similar to wz.1929 Mauser rifle, as it was meant to be a trainer for Polish army recruits. The dimensions and weight are also almost identical to those of wz.1929 rifle. All matching serial numbers (the matching serial numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel, stock, buttplate, rear sights and bolt; other parts of the rifle do not have serial numbers, which is correct for this model). The serial number on the stock is fading, but still recognizable. All the serial numbers are factory original, and they were not restamped. The rifle has an original black baked enamel over phosphate finish on metal. Military style front sight with protective wings. Military style, adjustable rear sight calibrated from 20 to 100 meter. The rifle was manufactured with a short finger groove in the forestock. Steel buttplate and trigger guard. Polish Mauser style sling swivels (correct). Some Polish arsenal markings are stamped on the right side of the buttstock: "D" (in an octagon), "WB" (in a circle). The lower part of the buttstock also displays, "D" (in an octagon - stamped just behind the trigger guard). The bolt handle was bend down in German style, which may indicate that the rifle was used as a trainer by German military during the war. The cleaning rod and extractor are missing. Overall length is 43.25 inch. The barrel length is 24.50 inch. CONDITION: Fine. 94-95% of original finish is still on metal. Most of the finish wear is on the sharp edges of steel parts. Solid stock with some handling marks, light dings and small scratches. No cracks in wood. Wood has some kind of wax, or varnish finish, which is partially worn, most likely as a result of over cleaning. Excellent bore with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. Mechanically the rifle is in excellent condition as well. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. No import markings. Very scarce Polish kbks wz.1931 military training rifle! Serial# 43XX. |
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DESCRIPTION: This is a scarce Brazilian Mauser M.1908 pressure test rifle made probably by Fabrica De Itajuba, Brasil. The receiver was manufactured by DWM, Oberndorf a/N, Germany, as indicated by markings on the left side of the rail. The receiver was modified by adding a large ring placed over the chamber and a copper crusher gauge attached over a hole in the chamber. The rifle is fitted with a heavy, 23.5 inch long pressure test barrel. The barrel has a second large ring with a copper crusher gauge. The bolt has a special head for pressure testing. The rifle was completely refurbished and rebarreled by a Brazilian arsenal. Originally these rifles were issued in 7 mm Mauser. This pressure test rifle is in .308 Winchester. Metal was refinished by Brazilian arsenal. The new metal finish is baked enamel over Parker, which may indicate that the conversion took place in 1950/1960. This type of rifle was used for testing the strength of the receiver and barrel with various powders and loads. These are interesting rifles and were instrumental in developing both service and target ammunition. The receiver ring of the rifle displays a beautiful crest of Brazil (please, see pictures). The right side of the receiver ring displays a model designation, "Mod.1908". Characteristic for the Brazilian contract Greek letters, Alpha and Beta, are stamped on the major parts of the rifle. The right side of the buttstock displays a small Brazilian contract cartouche, "B in the Circle inside of the Diamond"and steel regimental disc inlaid in the wood (please, see pictures). Several smaller Brazilian contract proof marks are present in the lower part of the buttstock. The receiver and bolt display matching serial number. The stock displays a different serial number. There are no serial numbers stamped on other parts of the rifle. The left side of the receiver pressure test ring displays following wording, "B-6276 7.62 NATO". No sights of any kind, as the rifle was designed for pressure tests only. For the same reason the rifle does not have a bayonet lug. Import markings on the barrel, near the muzzle. CONDITION: Fine+, as refurbished and modified for pressure testing by Brazilian arsenal.. The metal shows about 95% of black, baked enamel over Parker finish. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. Bore is in excellent condition, with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. Mechanically, the rifle is in excellent condition. Stock shows some handling marks and small dings. No cracks in wood. All the markings and numbers are clearly visible on both, metal and wood. Scarce Brazilian pressure test rifle for the advanced Mauser collector! Serial# 43XX. |
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Very Scarce Prussian (Imperial German) Mauser M.1871 Jaeger RifleCaliber: 11 x 60R Price: $3675 Inventory # mau_0609 Pictures: |
DESCRIPTION: Very scarce German Mauser M.1871 jaeger rifle! The rifle was manufactured at the Danzig arsenal in 1883, as indicated by markings on the receiver and chamber. M.71 jaeger rifle is similar to M.71 infantry rifle, yet it is slightly shorter. The jaeger rifle has also a different style trigger guard with a finger spur. This feature is found only on the jaeger rifles. The rear sling swivel is located behind the trigger guard. The rifle has matching serial numbers, except for the barrel band, trigger guard plate and the buttstock sling swivel (the matching serial numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel, buttplate, bolt body, bolt head, bolt cocking piece, safety lever, front sight and rear sight). All the parts of the bolt display matching serial numbers. The screw heads display matching serial numbers, except for the two trigger guard screws and one buttplate screw. All the serial numbers are original and they were not restamped. Numerous German proofs are present on metal and stock. The octagonal part of the barrel displays Prussian Crown above the name of the Danzig arsenal. Left side of the barrel displays Prussian Crown over "FW" (Frederick Wilhelm, King of Prussia). The buttplate tang displays Imperial German Military acceptance mark, "Crown over Gothic D". Steel butt plate and trigger guard. Straight bolt handle. Overall length: 48.75 inch. Barrel length: 29.5 inch. Complete with original cleaning rod. The latter displays a correct Imperial German military acceptance mark, "Crown over Gothic D". CONDITION: Low excellent. Metal has about 94% of nice, original blue finish. The balance is in white, mixed with some occasional light patina. Most of the finish wear is on the trigger guard plate. Some finish is starting to turn into brownish color (mainly on the trigger guard and barrel band). The receiver and bolt have polished steel finish, which is correct for this model. The cleaning rod has some scattered patina. No pitting. The bore is in excellent+ condition with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear. Nice stock with some handling marks and light dings. There is a small hairline crack in the upper part of the buttstock, just behind the receiver tang (please, see pictures). The German proofs on the stock are clearly visible (Gothic letters under the crown). Nice example of difficult to find Mauser M.71 jaeger rifle! No import markings. Serial# 63XXC. Antique. |
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DESCRIPTION: This is a scarce Brazilian Mauser M.1908 ammunition accuracy test rifle made probably by Fabrica De Itajuba, Brasil. The rifle is fitted with a heavy, 22 inch long accuracy test barrel. This type of rifle was used for testing the accuracy and consistency of various bullet weights, powders, and load combinations. These are interesting rifles and were instrumental in developing both service and target ammunition. The receiver ring of the rifle displays a beautiful crest of Brazil (please, see pictures). The receiver and barrel display a number, "22". The bolt displays a number, "21". There are no numbers stamped on other parts of the rifle. The right side of the barrel displays following wording, "Prov. Prec. cal. 7.62 (C7212) No. 22". No import markings. CONDITION: Fine. The metal shows about 94% of original dark gray, Parker type finish. The balance is in white. Some dry out cosmoline is still on the metal parts of the rifle. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear. Bore is in excellent condition, with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. Mechanically, the rifle is in fine condition, as well. Stock shows some handling marks. Scarce Brazilian ammunition accuracy test Mauser rifle! Serial# 2X. |
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DESCRIPTION: Beautiful, post - World War II production Yugoslavian M.1948A Mauser officer presentation grade rifle! The rifle seems to be an extra fancy version of Yugoslavian army issue M.1948 A Mauser short rifle. The major difference is a bolt, with a very stylish turned down handle, similar to those usually found in expensive Austrian and German sporting rifles. This bolt displays a matching serial number (please, see pictures), and a contract number "43", which is also stamped on the buttstock, just behind the trigger guard. This two digit contract number may indicate that a very limited quantity of such rifles was ever manufactured. The bolt has an elegant quick release (45 degrees only) safety lever. It also displays a couple of arsenal marks, "1" (in a rectangular). The rifle has a one piece stock with a hand guard. The stock was manufactured from a very nice, select grade hardwood. The receiver displays a beautiful crest of Yugoslavia over the model abbreviation "M. 48A". The left side of the receiver displays following markings, "FNRJ" (Federativna Narodna Republika Jugoslavija - Peoples Republic of Yugoslavia), and "Preduzece 44" (Military Technology Factory, Kraguyevac). All the markings are in Serbian alphabet. All matching serial numbers (the matching numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel and bolt; there are no serial numbers stamped on all the remaining parts of the rifle, which is correct for this model). All the serial numbers are original, and they were not restamped. There are some Yugoslavian military proof marks on the receiver, barrel and stock. Strong, 98-type action. Ramp and leaf rear sight calibrated from 200 to 2000 meter. The rifle was manufactured without the finger groove in the forestock. Complete with an original cleaning rod, front sight hood and leather sling. Overall length: 43 inch. Barrel length: 23.5 inch. Very high quality of manufacturing! CONDITION: Near mint. 99%+ of original, crisp blue finish is still present on metal. The bolt and the buttplate have original, polished steel finish. Beautiful, solid stock with only a couple of minor handling marks. The bore is in excellent+ condition with strong and shiny rifling. Strong and smooth action. Mechanically, the rifle is in excellent condition. All the internal parts of the rifle are in like new condition, with no visible wear. All the numbers and markings on metal and wood are clearly visible. Small import markings on the barrel, near the muzzle. The leather sling is in excellent condition. Beautiful example of Yugoslavian M.1948A Mauser officer presentation grade rifle! Difficult to upgrade! Serial# 505XX. |
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Scarce German Mauser M.1871 Cavalry Carbine with Prussian Hussars Regimental MarkingsCaliber: 11 x 60 R. Price: $2575 Inventory # mau_0508 Pictures: |
DESCRIPTION: Scarce German Mauser M.1871 cavalry carbine made by Osterreichische Waffenfabriks Gesellschaft, Steyr in 1876, as indicated by markings on the receiver and chamber. Adopted in 1876 as a standard firearm of German cavalry (dragoons, hussars, lancers and in 1884 also issued to cuirassiers). All matching serial numbers, including all screws (the matching serial numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel, buttplate, bolt body, bolt head, bolt cocking piece, safety lever, barrel band, nosecap and on the rear sight). All the screw heads display matching serial numbers. All the serial numbers are original and they were not restamped. Numerous German proofs are present on metal and stock. The left side of the chamber displays Prussian Crown over "FW" (Frederick Wilhelm, King of Prussia). Steel buttplate and trigger guard. The upper part of the buttplate displays interesting regimental markings, "11. H. 5. 102" (11th Husaren-Regiment). The regimental markings are crossed over with a single line. Turned-down bolt handle. Rear sight graduated to 1200 m. Overall length: 39.25 inch. The carbine was manufactured with no provision for a bayonet. CONDITION: Fine. The carbine is in all original, uncleaned condition. The internal parts of the action are still covered with old, dry-out cosmoline. Careful cleaning would increase a collector appeal of this carbine. The barrel displays 93% of original blue finish mixed with some patina and/or light peppering. Receiver is left in white (polished steel), as it should be, and now shows some scattered light patina. The buttplate, nosecap and trigger guard were cleaned to white metal. The bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. All the internal parts of the carbine are in fine condition, with no visible wear. Solid stock with some handling marks, light scratches and dings. Original finish on the stock. German markings on the stock are still visible (Gothic letters under the crown). No cracks in the wood. Difficult to find German Mauser M.71 carbine! Serial# 72XXB. Antique. |
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Book: "Guns of the Reich. Firearms of the German Forces,
1939-1945"
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DESCRIPTION: Standard reference book on German firearms of the World War Two era. The book covers both, German and captured firearms. Hundreds of quality black and white pictures and drawings of guns and accessories. Used, in excellent condition. Hard cover with dust jacket. 176 pages. Dimensions: 11.50 x 9 inches. Published by Arms and Armour Press in 1989. Shipping in the USA: $4.50 for the first book, and $1.50 for each additional book. |
Book: "The German Sniper 1914-1945"
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DESCRIPTION: Standard reference book on German snipers of the World War One & Two era. The book covers all the variations of German snipers. Hundreds of quality black and white pictures of guns and accessories. Used, in excellent+ condition. Hard cover with dust jacket. 445 pages. Dimensions: 11.50 x 9 inches. First edition. Published by Palladin press in Boulder, Colorado in 1982. Shipping in the USA: $4.50 for the first book, and $1.50 for each additional book. |
Book: "Backbone of the Wehrmacht, Volume I, The German
K98k Rifle, 1934 - 1945"
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DESCRIPTION: Standard reference book on German K98k rifle of the World War Two era. 1993 author's revised edition. This is probably the best book on the subject! The book covers all the variations of K98k rifles. Hundreds of quality black and white pictures of guns, markings, parts and accessories. Used, in excellent+ condition. Hard cover with dust jacket. 367 pages. Dimensions: 11.50 x 9 inches. Published by Collector Grade Publications in Cobourg, Ontario, Canada in 1991. Shipping in the USA: $4.50 for the first book, and $1.50 for each additional book. |
Book: "The K98k Rifle"
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DESCRIPTION: Good reference book on German K98k rifles of the World War Two era. The book covers the basic variations of K98k rifles. Hundreds of very high quality black and white pictures of German soldiers with K98k rifles. Used, in excellent condition. Hard cover with dust jacket. 152 pages. Dimensions: 9 x 9 inches. Published by Special Interest Publicaties BV in Arnhem, Holland in 2000. Shipping in the USA: $4.50 for the first book, and $1.50 for each additional book. |
