Original German Mauser Model 1871/84 Magazine Service Rifle by Spandau Dated 1888 - Serial 8066 Category_Display Guns & Parts Sets The sweatband is supple leather

The sweatband is supple leather and still has the original markings

In the ETO this was intended to be replaced by the M-1944 'Ike' jacket

with silver alloy grip is the original M1886 version

We were deep in a huge mined area

- Sterling Silver Paratrooper Jump Wings

Original German Mauser Model 1871/84 Magazine Service Rifle by Spandau Dated 1888 - Serial 8066 Category_Display Guns & Parts Sets The sweatband is supple leatherOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a nice example of the Mauser Model 1871 84 rifle, which is covered with Imperial German inspection and acceptance markings on the metal work, though they are a bit worn in places. The serial number 8066 appears on the barrel and receiver, while the other components have different numbers. It was common in most countries for obsolete long arms to be refurbished are arsenal for use by reserve and home guards.