Original German M1891 Argentine Mauser Rifle by Ludwig Loewe made in 1893 with Figured Stock - Matching Serial D 6860 Military Audio One of the first changes

One of the first changes was the relocation of the winding crown from the 12 o'clock position (where it resides on most pocket watches) to 3 o'clock

though it is torn in a few areas

a one-of-a-king group that you won’t see again

Modern caustic cleaners may do the job quicker

A very interesting early breech loading design from a legendary French maker

Original German M1891 Argentine Mauser Rifle by Ludwig Loewe made in 1893 with Figured Stock - Matching Serial D 6860 Military Audio One of the first changesOriginal Item: Only one available. This is a lovely example of the Model 1891 Argentine Mauser rifle, one of many "export" models made for foreign governments, all based on the Mauser Model 1889. It does look to possibly have been reconditioned at arsenal before exportation, refinishing the metalwork and stock, and it really is a beautiful example, with a stock showing some great figuring. This example, like all of the Argentine Mausers made before