Guns International #: 100885705
Seller's Inventory #: 10422
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Guns International #: 100885705
Category - Antique Rifles - Cartridge
- Military Rifles - Antique
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Seller: AncestryGunsLLC
Company: Ancestry Guns LLC Member Since: 11/3/16
State:
Missouri
Zip: 65203
Country: United States
Phone: (314) 707-7373
Int'l Phone: 314-707-7373
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Seller Type:FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories.
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RARE First MAUSER Gewehr M1871/84 Military Rifle
Description: RARE First MAUSER Gewehr M1871/84 Military Rifle EARLY Pre-WWI UNIT INSCRIBED German MILITARY Rifle Here we present an antique Mauser Infanterie-Gewehr Model 1871/84 Imperial German Rifle, made circa 1887. With the Franco-Prussian War recently decided, each of the combatants went right to work replacing their single-shot breech-loading rifles that had utilized paper cartridges (namely the Dreyse on the German side). These were found to be highly inefficient and unreliable with ammunition still vulnerable to moisture. Along came Peter Paul Mauser, a rising star in the Prussian small arms industry. He and his brother Wilhelm developed what was to become their first successful bolt action military rifle, adopted as the Infanterie-Gewehr Model 1871 in 1872. When the design was updated to include the 8-round tubular magazine (designed by Alfred von Kropatschek) in 1884, it became a repeater known as the Model 1871/84. It was a great success and was adopted en masse by the Prussian military, as well as many other nations. Its groundbreaking technology was soon eclipsed by their opponent, the French, as they developed the first smokeless powder cartridge and rifle in 1886, the 8mm Model 1886 Lebel, causing Germany to quickly develop and adopt a new rifle. However, the Mausers were just getting started, and would soon dominate the world’s firearm industry. M1871/84 rifles were utilized in the suppression of the Abushiri Revolt in Eastern Africa, one of Imperial Germany’s colonial holdings. It is interesting to note that while this model’s service life was cut relatively short for front line use, it continued to see service in the German Navy and behind the lines all the way through World War I. Some of these rifles were also smuggled into Ireland for use in the Easter Rebellion of 1913. This example was made in the state arsenal at Spandau. The butt plate is unit marked “35. R.R./426” meaning that this was gun number 426 of the 35th Infantry Regiment. It bears a plethora of markings as German arms do, with virtually every screw numbered to the gun. The proofs and most of the other markings are in a wonderful gothic font. The top of the barrel is marked with the “Crown/SPANDAU” cipher for the arsenal. The left side of the barrel bears a “Crown/F.W.” which is King Fredrick William’s cipher. The magazine tube’s cap doubles as a method to stack several rifles together in the field and bears an owl marking. The overall condition of this rifle is very good. The steel has an even, dark patina. All markings are clear and legible. The serial numbers match on nearly every piece, with the exception of the bolt. The stock is in good condition. The bore is excellent, with sharp rifling and shiny clean surfaces. The magazine tube is lacking spring and follower, but the magazine cutoff makes this an able single loader. The action is strong. Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction. Barrel is 31-1/4 inches in length. Caliber: 11mm x 60R (Black powder) Overall condition as seen in photos. Very Fast. Very Safe. FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE. Delivered directly to your door by express mail! Guaranteed AUTHENTIC & Includes CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY. ancestryguns $1000 #10422 SOLD Antique: Yes |
Guns International #: 100885705
Seller's Inventory #: 10422
Guns International #: 100885705
Seller's Inventory #: 10422