Original Imperial German Mauser Model 1871 Infantry Rifle by ŒWG Steyr - Matching Serial 1580U Feed Block Assembly and a simple plug that

and a simple plug that replaced the break-off breech plug used in earlier patterns

wood and brass being very clean

Waffen- & Stahlwarenfabrik was founded in 1810 in Solingen

Division was an airborne forces formation of division-size of the United States Army that was active during World War II

The hinge and latch still work wonderfully

Original Imperial German Mauser Model 1871 Infantry Rifle by ŒWG Steyr - Matching Serial 1580U Feed Block Assembly and a simple plug thatOriginal 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 1580U on the barrel, receiver, bolt, and just about every other part that would have a serial number except for for a few screws, most likely replaced at arsenal. The receiver is marked I. G.