Original Museum Grade Imperial German Mauser Model 1871/84 Rifle by Spandau Dated 1888 - Matching Serial 7302 Sharps Rifle 303-inch cartridge) also became equally

303-inch cartridge) also became equally varied

Its length approximates 16 inches and has a mass of nearly 2 lbs

The result reflected a mixture of Edson's and Carlson's ideas

They were designed to last for two years and be replaced after they quit working

which extends about 43" beyond the bottom of the flag

Original Museum Grade Imperial German Mauser Model 1871/84 Rifle by Spandau Dated 1888 - Matching Serial 7302 Sharps Rifle 303-inch cartridge) also became equallyOriginal Item: Only One Available. "Museum Grade" is not a term that we use often at all, so we do not use it lightly. However there is no better description for the condition of this rifle. It definitely never saw service, and is one of the best examples of the Mauser Model 1871 84 rifle that we have ever seen. Only one or two that we can recall exceeded the condition of this example. It is covered with Imperial German inspection and acceptance