Original German Mauser Model 1871 Infantry Rifle by ŒWG Steyr in Austria dated 1875 - Serial 2800 P French Field Equipment though it does show wear

though it does show wear and oxidation throughout

There are some small cracks near the lock plate tail

approximately 3” tall with 1/2” wide

feathered #3 over the target

including the fact that several ships were in the harbour discharging coal

Original German Mauser Model 1871 Infantry Rifle by ŒWG Steyr in Austria dated 1875 - Serial 2800 P French Field Equipment though it does show wearOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of the Mauser Model 1871 Infantry Rifle, manufactured by the famous WG Steyr in Austria. It is covered with Imperial German inspection and acceptance markings on the metalwork. It bears serial number 2800 P on the barrel, receiver, bolt, nose cap, and just about every other part that would have a serial number except for the bolt washer and the butt plate, which are non matching. These