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STEYR Model 1912 CHILEAN Contract 7mm Caliber MAUSER INFANTRY Rifle C&R AUSTRIAN MADE Contract Rifle with CHILEAN CREST Guns International #: 102012322 Seller's Inventory #: 220186 Category: Mauser Rifles - Military - Steyr Rifles Seller's Information When emailing or calling sellers direct, please mention that you saw their listing on GunsInternational.com Seller: AncestryGunsLLC Company: Ancestry Guns LLC Member Since: 11/3/16 State: Missouri Zip: 65203 Country: United States Phone: (314) 707-7373 International Phone: 314-707-7373 Platinum Seller Number of Active Listings: 1469 Total Number of Listings: 30006 Seller: FFL Dealer Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns. Payment Types Accepted: Credit Card, Certified Check, Money Order Description: STEYR Model 1912 CHILEAN Contract 7mm Caliber MAUSER INFANTRY Rifle C&R AUSTRIAN MADE Contract Rifle with CHILEAN CREST Here we present a C&R Steyr Model 1912 Chilean Contract Infantry Rifle, made circa the World War I era in Steyr, Austria. Prior to the Model 1912 contract, the Mauser 1895 was Chile’s weapon of choice. However, by 1911 the “cock on closing” Model 1895 was starting to appear a little outdated and Chili wanted a new rifle. The military of the Republic of Chile has always had a bit of Prussian slant. Even to this day, their parade uniforms include Stahlhelms and their parade rifles are Mauser 98 and 95 rifles with uniforms that are often identical to the German Army. For them, the choice was simple. Adopt what the Germans have, which was the famous Model 1898 Mauser. And the rifle that Chile adopted was essentially the same as the Model 1898 with just a few changes. It was named the Modelo 1912. The biggest change was that the Modelo 1912 was made by Waffenfabrik Steyr in Austria instead of by DMW/Mauser Oberndorf of Germany. Additionally, the same rifle that Chile ordered was also sold to Columbia, Mexico, Ecuador, and even China bought a few. Very wisely, Chile retained the 7x57mm cartridge, but more importantly, Chile had large stocks of the cartridge and would save money by keeping it. The overall condition is good. Strong action. Bright bore. The stock is solid. Legible markings. This example has mixed numbers. Includes a modern leather sling. This firearm is classified as a Curio & Relic. Barrel is 30 inches. Caliber: 7mm Mauser Overall condition as seen in photos. Very Fast. Very Safe. FREE SHIPPING. Will need to be sent to your local FFL or C&R licensee. This firearm is classified as a Curio & Relic. Guaranteed AUTHENTIC & Includes CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY. ancestryguns $1250 #220186 SOLD Curio/Relic: Yes |