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1888 Production Imperial German Military Spandau Model 71/84 Rifle in 11x60mm Mauser SOLD
Guns International #: 101635690 Seller's Inventory #: CM21-997
Category: Military Rifles - German - Mauser Rifles - Military
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Seller: Antique & Modern Firearms, Inc.
Company: Antique & Modern Firearms, Inc.
Member Since: 4/27/15
State: Kentucky
Zip: 40503
Country: United States
Phone: (859) 276-1419
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Description:
This is an absolutely spectacular all-original and all-matching Imperial German Military Model 71/84 Mauser rifle made by Spandau in 1888 complete with original unit markings from WW1 on the factory buttplate. While we have had many examples of this model over the years, this has to be one of the nicest we have ever encountered. The Deutsches Infanterie-Gewehr 71/84, otherwise known as the German 71/84 Rifle, was designed by Mauser and was the very first magazine-fed repeating bolt-action rifle adopted by the German states. This was nessesary as many nations around Germany adopted bolt-action repeaters in the 1880's and the German Military had to keep up. At that time they were armed with the Mauser Model 1871, a single-shot rifle design chambered in the 11x60mm Mauser black powder cartridge. Paul Mauser went to work in 1880 and came up with two different designs that were presented to the Kaiser in Stuttgart. Of those two, one was chosen for troop field trials. The chosen design was based off of the Model 1871, with the addition of a 8-round tubular magazine mounted under the barrel. The trials went very well and the rifle was officially adopted on January 31st, 1884 with the designation of Infantry Rifle Model 71/84. While technically of completely new construction, the Model 71/84 shared a number of tooling pieces and construction processes with the outgoing Model 1871, so switching over to the new model was much easier and faster than an entirely new design. The Model 71/84 features a straight-handled bolt similar to the Model 1871, a magazine cut-off switch located on the left side of the receiver, a two-position bolt-mounted safety, a bolt-mounted extractor AND ejector, a 31.56" inch barrel, an 8-shot tubular magazine mounted under the barrel, a stacking rod mounted on the magazine cap at the muzzle, a straight-gripped stock, 3 sling mounting points, and 3 barrel bands with the upper band mounting the bayonet lug. The factory finishes consist of a gloss blue finish on the barrel, barrel bands, triggerguard, and various small parts, a polished "in the white" receiver, bolt, and buttplate, and a strawed trigger and rear sight spring. It remained in production from 1884 until 1888, with approximately 1 million manufactured between the five arsenals that made them including Amberg, Spandau, Danzig, Erfurt, and Waffenfabrik Mauser (Mauser only made a small number for the state of Wurttemburg). While technically replaced and made obsolete in 1888 by the M1888 Commission Rifle which used a smokeless powder cartridge, the Model 71/84 served the German Military very well from 1884 onward, with many of the rifles serving with second-line and reserve unit troops in World War 1, and with some even seeing some use in WW2 with the last-ditch Volkstrum at the very end of the war. This particular example was made in 1888 by Spandau, and as-mentioned previously is in amazing all-original condition. It is WW1 unit-marked to "G.R.S. 1.45." which means Garde Regiment Sanitas or Garde Regiment Schutze Abteilung, either way a scarce unit marking. This beautiful rifle is original in every way and the factory finishes are beautiful. The original factory gloss blue finish on the barrel, triggerguard, and barrel bands is attractive, bright, and rates 90% plus, with the deductions coming from very light finish wear in spots and some speckling from very light surface rust that has been removed at some point. The straw-finished trigger and rear sight spring still show some nice gloss yellow color, particularly in the protected areas. The receiver and bolt which were left "armory bright" from the factory are all still in the white, showing light staining but no heavy pitting or bad spots. These parts are mostly light gray in appearance with a light brown tint in places, while other areas like the bolt body is still shiny and bright. The "armory bright" buttplate probably shows the most dark staining but very little pitting. The bore in this Model 71/84 is excellent, with very shiny and sharp lands, and just a touch of frosting in the grooves. The factory and German Military markings on this Spandau are some of the crispest and clearest we have ever encountered, with all of the stamped lettering, numbers, and assorted crowns fully-intact and in perfect condition. All of the numbered parts on this gun (which includes nearly every single part, large or very small) are factory-stamped matching. The Germans were very thorough with numbering and even proofing parts on these, going so far as to number and proof almost every single screw on this gun. The original stock on this Model 71/84 rifle is in superb condition, free from any cracks, chips, repairs, or major damage. It has not been sanded or "improved" in any way. The original factory finish is still 100% intact and all of the numerous factory and military inspection proofs and cartouches are crisp and beautiful. It is very rare that we get any military rifle from any nation with such beautiful original cartouches fully intact like this one. All of the original stock hardware is in-place and in great shape, including the factory-proofed lower sling swivel. As you would imagine, the mechanics and internals in this Model 71/84 are just as superb as the exterior. The action is smooth but still tight from lack of use, and the bolt lock-up to the receiver/barrel is perfect. All of the controls are in perfect working order, including the ladder-style adjustable rear sight, safety, trigger, and magazine cutt-off. There is no doubt that this Spandau Model 71/84 would function just as reliably and accurately today as when it left the factory 133 plus years ago! If you have been looking for a truly exceptional all-original and unmolested "collector grade" Model 71/84 Mauser, this 1888-production Spandau example would be a superb choice. It would be virtually impossible to upgrade from this beauty in any capacity!
SOLD
Antique: Yes
Rifle Caliber: 11x60mm Mauser
Manufacturer: Spandau
Model: Mauser 71/84 Rifle
Serial Number: 1987
Barrel Length: 31.56" Inches
Condition: Excellent
Metal Condition: Excellent
Wood Condition: Excellent
Bore Condition: Excellent
Action: Bolt Action Repeater
Finish: Gloss Blue / Polished
Sights: Adjustable Iron Combat Sights
Manufacture Date: 1888