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Model 1888 Commission Rifle/ Gewehr 88 [129680]

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Model 1888 Commission Rifle/ Gewehr 88  [129680]
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This is a Gewhr 88 rifle otherwise known as a Commission rifle made at the Amberg, Germany arsenal, S/N 8808 marked Amberg 1891 S, chambered for 7.92X57 ( 8mm X57mm) black powder ammunition. The "S" stamp indicates that it will take ammunition up to .324 in. diam. The rifle is unaltered and stamped for the Regiment assigned: B.15 R.4 29. The rifle appears to be in original state with the mid-barrel band marked for the last two digits of the serial number. The cleaning rod is present, bayonet lug, two barrel bands, sling swivels top and bottom, ladder design rear sight. Condition is very good with bluing remaining on the barrel sleeve and magazine well and the bore is clean without pitting. The design is clearly Mauser but interestingly a number of arsenals built this rifle but not Mauser. The production run began in 1888 through 1899, this one built in 1891. A must-have for original European gun collectors. This gun is an antique, proofed for black powder only, and no attempt has been made to fire this gun to confirm its mechanical integrity. Nor should this gun be fired without the examination by a qualified gunsmith. Any attempt to fire and antique gun is a the rick of the owner and not consistent with the value of the firearm. No FFL required. No sales to New York City, California, and Hawaii. Additional shipping charges may apply. 49 in. or 125 cm.

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