Original German Mauser Model 1871 Infantry Rifle Serial 3367 P by ŒWG Steyr in Austria Dated 1875 - Missing Nose Cap Martini-Henry Bayonets The resulting M1915 had a

The resulting M1915 had a body made of far more plentiful steel

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This is a tremendous piece of Civil War history that has survived for over 150 years when almost all other examples will have faded away and fallen apart

The maker’s paint marking can still be seen surrounded by a wreath above the latch:

It is also marked with mold number 28

Original German Mauser Model 1871 Infantry Rifle Serial 3367 P by ŒWG Steyr in Austria Dated 1875 - Missing Nose Cap Martini-Henry Bayonets The resulting M1915 had aOriginal 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 3367 P on the barrel, receiver, bolt, butt plate, and just about every other part that would have a serial number. Unfortunately the nose cap bayonet stand is missing, which would normally