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Modern Military Rifles

Arisaka Berthier Carcano Krag Joergensen Lebel

Miscellaneous Mosin Nagant Schmidt Rubin Semi-Automatic

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Arisaka Rifles

Model, Price, Number & Pictures	Description & Condition
Scarce Japanese Arisaka T.99 Cavalry Short Rifle (Nagoya) Caliber: 7.7 x 58, semi-rimmed Price: $450 Inventory # ari_0073 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Scarce cavalry model Arisaka T. 99 short rifle. The rifle was manufactured by Nagoya Arsenal with no series mark. The rifle has the enlarged rear sling swivel for the cavalry issue. This is an early production T.99 rifle with the anti-aircraft rear sight wing and the monopod removed. Matching serial numbers on the receiver and nosecap. The bolt displays a mismatched serial number. No numbers are stamped on other parts of the rifle. The Japanese royal chrysanthemum on the receiver was polished off (please, see pictures). Complete with original cleaning rod. The receiver dust cover is missing. Correct, cupped-edge steel buttplate and adjustable peep rear sight calibrated from 300 meters to 1500 meters. Inverted "V" front sight with side guards. Plum shaped bolt handle knob. Two piece stock with a correct, long type handguard. Barrel length: 25.5 inch. Overall length: 44.25 inch. CONDITION: Fine, with 85% of original blue finish still on metal. Some blue is turning to brownish color. Occasional light patina. The buttplate shows scattered brown patina. The stock is in original finish with usual handling marks and light dings. No cracks in the wood. Excellent bore with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. Mechanically, the rifle is in fine condition. All the markings on the metal are clearly visible. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition with no obvious wear. No import markings. Scarce cavalry model Arisaka T.99 short rifle. Serial# 190XX.
Scarce Korean Made Arisaka T.99 Short Rifle (Jinsen, 40 Series) Caliber: 7.7 x 58, semi-rimmed Price: $350 Inventory # ari_0051 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Scarce Korean made Arisaka T. 99 short rifle made during the World War Two for the Japanese army. The rifle was manufactured by Jinsen Arsenal, Inchon, Korea (40 series). Jinsen arsenal mark, a "Star" is stamped just behind the serial number. The only serial number is stamped on the left side of receiver. The bolt displays only a one digit assembly number. No other numbers are stamped on any parts of the rifle. Ground royal chrysanthemum on the receiver (please, see pictures). No provision for the cleaning rod. The receiver dust cover is missing. Very crude late war machining and finish. Correct, wooden buttplate and fixed rear sight. Inverted "V" front sight without guards. Cylindrical bolt handle knob. Two piece stock with a correct, short type handguard. Barrel length: 25.5 inch. Overall length: 44.25 inch. CONDITION: Fine+, with 96% of original blue finish on the metal. The stock is in original finish with some handling marks, dings and scratches. No cracks in the wood. Fine bore with strong rifling. Strong action. Mechanically, the rifle is in fine condition. All the markings on the metal are clearly visible, except for a removed mum. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition with no obvious wear. No import markings. Scarce Korean made, late production Arisaka T.99 short rifle. Serial# 40-592XX.

Berthier Rifles

Model, Price, Number & Pictures	Description & Condition
Very Scarce Polish Army Issue Mannlicher Berthier M. 1916 Carbine Caliber: 8 mm Lebel. Price: $1875 Inventory # manb_0053 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Very Scarce Polish army issue Mannlicher Berthier M.1916 carbine. Many French rifles and carbines were brought to Poland by Haller's "Blue Army". Furthermore, Poland had purchased in France many thousand of Berthiers and Lebels during the Polish-Soviet War of 1919-1921. During the September 1939 campaign, most of these rifles and carbines were issued to the second line Polish troops (Obrona Narodowa = National Guard). The carbine was refurbished by one of the Polish arsenals. The right side of the buttstock displays Polish arsenal markings, "ZBR 2, 3, 36" (refurbished by the Arsenal # 2 in March 1936). The French cartouche is still partially visible under the Polish markings. The stock displays also several smaller French, or Polish markings. Polish arsenal markings are stamped on the right side of the receiver ring, "Z" (in a square). Polish style, matching serial numbers are stamped on the chamber, barrel, right side of the buttstock and on the bolt. No serial numbers are stamped on other parts of the rifle, which is correct for this model. The left side of the buttstock displays fading, original French serial number. The French number on the bolt was crossed with a single line. The carbine was manufactured at the Continsouza arsenal in 1918, as indicated by markings on the receiver and barrel. The left side of the receiver is marked, "Et-ts Continsouza Mle- M-16". The right side of the chamber displays the barrel maker markings and a date, "MA C 1918". The carbine is a World War One design with a five round Mannlicher type magazine. This model had replaced Berthier M. 07-15 with a three round Mannlicher magazine. The capacity of the M. 07-15 magazine was found to be insufficient during the World War One battles, especially when compared with a German Gew.98 performance. Hence, the new model with a higher capacity magazine. This carbine still has its original cleaning rod channel on the left side of the stock, with a correct cleaning rod with a brass tip (scarce!). The chamber does not display a Balle "N" proof. Correct style, turned down bolt handle. Bayonet lug on the nosecap. Ramp and leaf rear sight calibrated up to 2000 meter. One barrel band and a nosecap without a stacking hook. This model of carbine was manufactured with a short handguard. There is no steel rim on the back of the handguard (perhaps it was not installed when the carbine was refurbished by the Polish arsenal). No import markings. Complete with an original French army leather sling. This carbine comes from my personal collection of Polish military firearms. Overall length is 37.25 inch. The barrel length is 18 inch. CONDITION: Fine, as refurbished by one of the Polish arsenals. 92-93% of blue finish is still present on metal. Most of the wear is on sharp edges of metal parts. Some finish is turning to brownish color (mainly on the magazine and trigger guard). Some scattered patina on the front part of the barrel, near the muzzle. The stock shows the usual handling marks, dings and light scratches. Small hairline crack in the rear part of the handguard. All the markings and numbers on metal are clearly visible. The bore is in fine condition with strong and shiny rifling. The action works fine. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear. The leather sling is in fine condition as well. Very scarce Polish army issue Mannlicher Berthier M. 1916 carbine! Serial# 40XX.
Very Scarce Polish Army Issue Mannlicher Berthier M. 1916 Infantry Rifle Caliber: 8 mm Lebel. Price: $2575 Inventory # manb_0052 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Very Scarce Polish army issue Mannlicher Berthier M.1916 infantry rifle. Many French rifles were brought to Poland by Haller's "Blue Army". Furthermore, Poland had purchased in France many thousand of Berthier and Lebel rifles during the Polish-Soviet War of 1919-1921. During the September 1939 campaign, most of these rifles were issued to the second line Polish troops (Obrona Narodowa = National Guard). The rifle was refurbished by one of the Polish arsenals. The receiver ring displays a small Polish Eagle (an early style, like the one on Mosin wz.25, please see pictures). Polish arsenal markings are stamped on the left side of the receiver ring, "Z" (in a square), and on the left side of the chamber under the handguard, "Z" (in a triangle, please, see pictures). Polish style serial numbers on the chamber and on the bolt. The rifle was manufactured by St. Etienne arsenal in 1917, as indicated by markings on the receiver and barrel. The left side of the receiver is marked, "St. Etienne Mle M16". The right side of the chamber displays the barrel maker markings and a date, "MPA 1917". The rifle is a World War One design with a five round Mannlicher type magazine. This model had replaced Berthier M. 07-15 rifle with a three round Mannlicher magazine. The capacity of the M. 07-15 magazine was found to be insufficient during the World War One battles, especially when compared with a German Gew.98 performance. Hence, the new model with a higher capacity magazine. Mismatched serial numbers (different numbers are stamped on the chamber, bolt and trigger guard). Fading, unrecognizable serial number on the left side of the buttstock. The chamber does not display a Balle "N" proof. Bayonet lug on the barrel, near the muzzle. Ramp and leaf rear sight calibrated up to 2400 meter. One barrel band and a nosecap with a stacking hook. This model of rifle was manufactured with a short handguard, and with no provision for the cleaning rod. No import markings. Complete with an original French army leather sling. This rifle comes from my personal collection of Polish military firearms. Overall length is 51.50 inch. The barrel length is 32 inch. CONDITION: Fine, as refurbished by one of the Polish arsenals. 90-92% of blue finish is still present on metal. Most of the wear is on sharp edges of metal parts. Some finish is turning to brownish color (mainly on the magazine, trigger guard, nosecap and barrel band). Some scattered patina on the front part of the barrel, near the muzzle, and on the nosecap. Some dark patina and surface rust on the buttplate. The stock shows the usual handling marks, dings and light scratches. Small hairline crack in the front part of the handguard. All the markings and numbers on metal are clearly visible. The bore is in fine condition with strong and shiny rifling. The action works fine. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear. The leather sling is in very good condition. Very scarce Polish army issue Mannlicher Berthier M. 1916 infantry rifle! Serial# 41XX.
Very Scarce French Mannlicher Berthier M.1890 Cavalry Carbine Caliber: 8 mm Lebel Price: $1350 Inventory # manb_0042 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Scarce, unconverted French Mannlicher Berthier M.1890 cavalry carbine! This type of carbine was adopted by French army in March of 1890 and issued to cavalry regiments (dragoons, hussars, chasseurs and spahis). The carbine has upgraded 1901 style rear sights, calibrated up to 2000 meters (for Balle D). The carbine still has its original stock which ends two inches before the muzzle, and the nosecap with no bayonet lug. Most of these carbines were converted to M.1916 configuration with a new, shorter stock, nosecap with the bayonet lug and extended five round magazine. Later, M.1890/16 carbines were modified to M.1890/16/27 configuration with a new style stock that has no provision for cleaning rod (the cleaning rod channel on the left side of the stock was usually filled with wood after 1927). The carbine was manufactured by St. Etienne arsenal in 1893 as, "M-le 1890", as indicated by markings on the left side of the receiver and on the right side of the chamber. The left side of the receiver is marked, "St. Etienne Mle 1890 M". The right side of the back of the barrel displays following markings, "MA S 1893". Matching serial numbers, except for the cleaning rod (the matching numbers are stamped on the chamber, bolt, trigger guard/magazine assembly and stock; the cleaning rod displays a mismatched number; there are no numbers stamped on all the remaining parts of the carbine, which is correct for this model). The sling swivels are located on the left side of the stock and rear barrel band, which is typical for cavalry carbines. Fading cartouche is stamped on the right side of the buttstock, with the following wording, "Novembre 1893 MAS". Receiver does not have Balle "N" proof. No import markings. Length: 37 inch. CONDITION: Very good. Metal is mostly in white with some blue left in protected areas. Occasional light patina. No pitting. Some light cleaning marks are visible on metal. All the markings and numbers on metal are clearly visible. All the internal parts of the carbine are in very good condition, with no obvious wear. The stock shows numerous dings, scratches and handling marks. The bore is in fine condition with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. Scarce Berthier cavalry carbine that has avoided the French arsenal refurbishing programs! Serial# M17XX. Antique.

Carcano Rifles

Model, Price, Number & Pictures	Description & Condition
Very Scarce Shooting Competition Prize Mannlicher Carcano M.1891 Rifle Caliber: 6.5 mm x 52, rimless. Price: $975 Inventory # manc_0066 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Very scarce Mannlicher Carcano M.1891 'prize' rifle with a brass plate attached to the right side of the butt stock with the following wording: "ANNO 1908 TIRO A SEGNO NAZIONALE GARA DI .... PREMIO INSPETTORATO DELLA ...." ("The Year of 1908 Target Shooting Competition.... Prize of the Inspectorat...."). The words are fading and covered with scratches. At the end of 19th Century Italian government established a system of hundreds of gun ranges with a sole purpose to promote marksmanship and prepare civilian population for national emergency. Participation was encouraged and the best shooters received 'prize' rifles, initially Vetterlis, and later, Carcanos. This is one of such 'prize' rifles. Similar rifles were described by Ron Azzi in his article, "Italian 'Prize' Rifles" published in The Military Rifle Journal in October 1999 (posted on gunboards.com). The rifle displays a nice cartouche on the left side of the butt stock with Crest of Savoy and following wording, "FABB. D'ARMI DI TERNI 06". Mismatched serial numbers are stamped on the chamber and buttstock. No serial numbers are stamped on other parts of the rifle. The receiver and barrel were manufactured by the TERNI arsenal in 1901, as indicated by markings on the chamber, while the stock was made by the Terni arsenal in 1906 (see: the cartouche markings). This model of Carcano was built in 6.5 mm caliber with progressive rifling. Complete with original cleaning rod. CONDITION: Fine. 80% of original blue finish is still on metal. The finish is worn mostly on the barrel. There is also one spot of metal roughness on the barrel (please, see pictures). Some finish is turning to brownish color. Occasional spots of patina and/or peppering. The buttplate shows some dark patina. Fine bore with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear. All the markings are clearly visible on metal and wood. Solid stock with some handling marks and dings. The handguard has a small hairline crack (please, see pictures). No import markings. Interesting Mannlicher Carcano for the advanced collector of Italian rifles. Serial# KI9XX.
A Beautiful Example of Spanish Civil War Trench Art - Italian Mannlicher Carcano M.1891 Cavalry Carbine with Carved Stock! Caliber: 6.5mm x 52, rimless. Price: $1475 Inventory # manc_0054 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: A beautiful example of Spanish Civil War trench art - Italian Mannlicher Carcano M.1891 cavalry carbine with carved stock! Both sides of the stock are beautifully carved. The right side of the stock displays wording, "Alfere Braca Marc' Antonio" (a soldier name?) and "Imbarcato per la Spagna il 19-9-1936 XV" (Boarded for Spain, September 19, 1936, XV). The Roman numerals, "XV" most likely indicate the Fascist Era year. The left side of the stock displays wording, "4 Batt. D'Acc. 65-17" (4th Artillery Battalion Anti-Tank 65/17 Caliber Guns; these anti-tank guns were used a lot during the Spanish Civil War). Other than the carvings, this is a standard Mannlicher Carcano M.1891 cavalry carbine, that was also issued to Carabinieri and cyclist troops. Matching serial numbers (stamped on the chamber and stock only; no serial numbers are stamped on the remaining parts, which is correct for this model). The carbine displays the arsenal name abbreviation on the chamber, "GARDONE V.T.", as well as a production date, "1936 - XIV". The chamber displays a couple of small Italian proof marks, with "Crown over RE" and "Crest of Savoy". This model of Carcano was built in 6.5 mm caliber with progressive rifling. The rear sights are calibrated to 1500 meter. Turned down bolt handle. Complete with triangular, folding bayonet fixed beneath the barrel. Correct style of the buttplate with a trap for a cleaning rod hidden in the buttstock (cleaning rod not included). CONDITION: Excellent. 96% of crisp original blue still on metal. Most of the wear is on the sharp edges of metal parts. Excellent bore with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. All the internal parts of the carbine are in excellent condition. All the markings are clearly visible on metal. Solid stock with only minor handling marks. The carbine does not have import markings, but the barrel and receiver display British commercial proof marks, that usually indicate that the gun was offered for sale in the UK. Beautifully carved Mannlicher Carcano cavalry carbine from the times of the Spanish Civil War! Length: 36.5 inch. Serial# L13XX.
Very Scarce Ministry of War Shooting Competition Prize Mannlicher Carcano M.1891 Rifle Caliber: 6.5 mm x 52, rimless. Price: $1475 Inventory # manc_0065 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Very scarce Mannlicher Carcano M.1891 'prize' rifle with a brass plate attached to the right side of the butt stock with the following wording: "VIII GARA GENERALE DI TIRO A SEGNO PREMIO DEL MINISTERO DELLA GUERRA" ("8th General Target Shooting Competition - Prize of the Ministry of War"). At the end of 19th Century Italian government established a system of hundreds of gun ranges with a sole purpose to promote marksmanship and prepare civilian population for national emergency. Participation was encouraged and the best shooters received 'prize' rifles, initially Vetterlis, and later, Carcanos. This is one of such 'prize' rifles. Similar rifles were described by Ron Azzi in his article, "Italian 'Prize' Rifles" published in The Military Rifle Journal in October 1999 (posted on gunboards.com). The rifle displays a nice cartouche on the left side of the butt stock with Crest of Savoy and following wording, "FABB. D'ARMI....TERNI 1934 XII". Matching serial numbers. The serial number on the stock seemed to be restamped at one point to match the number on the receiver, in the typical Italian manner. The receiver and barrel were made in Rome in 1918, as indicated by markings on the chamber, while the stock has Terni markings. This model of Carcano was built in 6.5 mm caliber with progressive rifling. Complete with an original cleaning rod. CONDITION: Fine, with 90% original blue finish still present on metal. The finish is worn mainly on the magazine and on sharp edges of other steel parts of the rifle. Some blue finish is starting to turn to brownish color. The buttplate shows some light patina. Fine bore with strong rifling. Strong action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear. All the markings are clearly visible on metal and wood. Solid stock with numerous handling marks. No cracks in wood. No import markings. Interesting Mannlicher Carcano for the advanced collector of Italian rifles. Serial# ORK9XX.

Krag Joergensen Rifles

Model, Price, Number & Pictures

Description & Condition

Beautiful Danish Krag Joergensen Schutzen Rifle Caliber: 8 x 58 mm, rimmed Price: $2750 Inventory # kra_0011 Pictures:

DESCRIPTION: Very high quality Danish Krag Joergensen Schutzen rifle! The rifle seemed to be manufactured specifically for schutzen-style, long range target shooting. It features a beautifully machined, extra long and heavy barrel. The rifle displays the maker's markings on the barrel, "P. J. Petersen Bach Aalborg". These are the markings of a gun maker who converted the rifle from military to target style. The rifle is a single shot conversion of the Danish Krag M.1889 repeating military rifle. Originally, it was manufactured by the Rifle Factory in Copenhagen in 1902. Receiver displays several Danish proofs and the following wording: "Geverfabriken Kjobenhavn 1902 M. 89". The stock does not show any markings. Sporting style brown horn butt plate. Swiss target style micro-adjustable rear sights (they can be moved on the rail, which is an integral part of the barrel). Target style front sight. Straight bolt handle. Two sling swivels. The front part of the stock and the wrist displays diamond checkering. The left side of the buttstock has a cheekpiece. The rifle was manufactured without any safety device. The rifle does not have a provision for the cleaning rod (ramrod). Overall length: 52.25 inch. Barrel length: 32.5 inch. Danish Krag sporting/target rifles are difficult to find. CONDITION: Low excellent. 96-97% of blue finish is still present on the metal. Occasional spots of light patina (mostly on the rear sights). Nice, solid stock with some handling marks and light scratches. No cracks in the wood. Minor wear to the horn buttplate. Excellent bore with sharp and shiny rifling. Action is very crisp and fully functional. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. All the markings on metal are clearly visible. Scarce and very attractive Danish Krag Schutzen rifle! Serial# 573XX.

Lebel Rifles

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Miscellaneous Military Rifles

Model, Price, Number & Pictures	Description & Condition
Imperial German Kar. 88 S Commission Cavalry Carbine with Hussar Regimental Markings Caliber: 8 x 57, rimless. Price: $1975 Inventory # man_0165 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Scarce Imperial German "Commission" cavalry carbine in 8 mm caliber. Made by C. G. Haenel in Suhl, Germany in 1891, and accordingly marked on the receiver. The receiver displays a letter "S" (the carbine was converted to fire S-ammunition). Beginning in 1905 many M.1888 rifles and carbines were converted to fire Spitzen ammo, and were accordingly stamped with "S" on the chamber. Mannlicher style magazine. Correct style bolt with turned down handle. Matching serial numbers, except for the rear sights and the magazine screws (the matching serial numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel jacket, trigger guard/magazine assembly, barrel band, nosecap, front sight and on the bolt; all the bolt parts display the same serial numbers; the mismatched serial numbers are stamped on the rear sights and the two magazine screws). No serial numbers are stamped on the remaining parts of the carbine, which is correct for this model. All the serial numbers are factory original and were not restamped. The carbine shows two sets of Imperial German regimental markings: "15. H." stamped on the nosecap and barrel band. The abbreviation stands for the Fifteen Hussar Regiment. The carbine does not have any Turkish markings. The carbines of this type were superseded by K98AZ in the period of 1908-1910. They were reissued to military units again in 1914. The stock of the carbine displays Imperial German markings. The rear sight is graduated from 100 m to 1200 m. Overall length: 37.25 inch. Barrel length: 17 5 inch. This carbine was manufactured without handguard, and with provision neither for the cleaning rod, nor for the bayonet. CONDITION: Excellent, with 95% of blue finish on metal. Most of the finish wear is on the magazine and nosecap. Some blue is starting to turn to brownish color. Occasional spots of light patina and/or peppering. The receiver and bolt have a polished steel finish (correct for this model). Some light patina on the buttplate. Very nice stock with only minor handling marks. Original finish on the stock. The Imperial German markings are still visible on the stock. The bore is in excellent condition, with strong and shiny rifling. Very smooth action. All the internal parts of the carbine are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. Imperial German K88 carbines are increasingly difficult to find in collectible condition. No import markings. Serial# 6XXg. Antique.
Scarce German Gew. 1888/91 S Commission Artillery Rifle Caliber: 8 x 57, rimless. Price: $700 Inventory # man_0164 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Very scarce German "Commission" artillery rifle in 8 mm caliber. The Germans called it "Gewehr 1891", however, it is short enough to be called a carbine. The configuration is virtually identical to Kar. 88 S, except for the added stacking hook. The markings on the receiver rail, "Gew. 88 n.m.", indicate that this was originally an infantry rifle, and only later it was converted to an artillery rifle configuration (the serial number has a small "Star", which may indicate an arsenal conversion). Made by Royal Arsenal in Erfurt, Germany in 1890, and accordingly marked on the receiver ring. The receiver displays a letter "S" (the rifle was converted to fire S-ammunition). Beginning in 1905 many "Commission" rifles and carbines were converted to fire Spitzen ammo, and were accordingly stamped with "S" on the receiver ring. The rifle does not display any Imperial German regimental markings. Mannlicher style magazine. Correct style bolt with turned down handle. Matching serial numbers, except for the receiver and bolt (the matching serial numbers are stamped on the barrel jacket, trigger guard/magazine assembly, front sight, rear sight, nosecap, barrel band, stock and on the buttplate; the receiver and bolt display mismatched serial numbers). The other parts of the rifle do not have any serial numbers, which is correct for this model. The rifle does not have any Turkish markings. The stock of the rifle displays Imperial German markings. The rear sight is graduated from 100 m to 1200 m. Overall length: 37.50 inch. Barrel length: 17.75 inch. This rifle was manufactured without handguard, and with provision neither for the cleaning rod, nor for the bayonet. The rifles of this type were superseded by K98AZ in the period of 1908-1910. They were reissued to military units again in 1914. CONDITION: Fine, with 60-65% of original blue finish on metal. Some blue is turning to brownish color. The balance is in white, mixed with some gray/brown patina. The blue finish on the barrel jacket is rather thin (with some cleaning marks). Light brown patina on the buttplate. The receiver has a polished steel finish (correct for this model), with some scattered patina. Some light dings and handling marks are visible on the barrel jacket. Very nice and smooth stock with some handling marks and light dings. Original finish on the stock. No cracks in the wood. The Imperial German markings are still visible on the stock. The bore is in fine condition, with strong and shiny rifling. Very smooth action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear. All the markings and numbers on wood and metal are still visible. A careful cleaning/polishing of the receiver and bolt would greatly improve an appeal of this rifle! Very scarce German Gewehr 1888/1891 artillery rifle! No import markings. Serial# 2XXf. Antique.
Yugoslavian  Mannlicher M.1895 M Short Rifle Caliber: 7.92 x 57 mm Mauser. Price: $225 Inventory # man_0163 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Scarce Yugoslavian Mannlicher M.1895 M short rifle (ex-Austro-Hungarian M.1895). In 1920-s, many countries started conversion program of long World War One style rifles to short rifle configuration. It was commonly believed at the time, that next war would be much more mobile than the WWI, and thus would require shorter rifles. Yugoslavia followed the pattern by shortening almost entire inventory of its Mannlicher M.1895 rifles at the VTZ factory (Military Technology Factory, Kraguyevac). Furthermore, the rifle was arsenally converted from 8 x 50 Mannlicher to 7.92 x 57 Mauser caliber in 1920/1930, as indicated by a model designation "M.95 M" stamped on the receiver. This was a caliber of choice of Yugoslavian army at the time. The chamber and the bolt head were converted for the 7.92 mm Mauser ammunition. Mauser style rear sight. The magazine has a solid floorplate without a hole for the removal of the clip (unlike in the standard Austro-Hungarian M.1895). Made by Steyr as indicated by markings on the receiver. Both sides of the buttstock displays some hand scratched markings, "Stars", etc. (Tito's partisans?). Mismatched serial number on the bolt, trigger guard and magazine cover. There is a controversy among collectors if the straight pull action is strong enough to withstand a pressure caused by the 7.92 mm Mauser ammo. Because of that, the rifle is offered as a collector item only and not for shooting. CONDITION: Low fine. The exposed metal parts show about 65% of blue finish. The balance is in white, or brownish patina. Decent stock with usual handling marks, scratches and dings. There is a small stress crack in the upper/left part of the buttstock, just behind the receiver tang (please, see pictures). All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear. All the markings and numbers on metal are clearly visible. Strong action. Bore is dark. The extractor is missing. No import marks. Interesting Yugoslavian rework of M.1895 rifle! Serial# 858XX.
Very Scarce Polish kbks M.1931 Military Training Rifle Caliber: .22 LR. Price: $2575 Inventory # 22_0155 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Very scarce Polish pre-World War Two M. 1931 single shot military trainer! The rifle displays following markings on the receiver: "Polish Eagle, F.B. Radom 1932"("F.B." = Fabryka Broni = The Arms Factory at Radom, Poland). The left side of the receiver rail displays model markings, "M.31" (only very early production rifles of this pattern were marked, "M.31", and not "kbk.S. wz.31"!). Wz. 1931 rifle was a standard Polish military trainer in the 1930-s. "Kbk.S" is a Polish language abbreviation that stands for, "karabinek sportowy" (sporting carbine). Accordingly, "wz" (wzor) will translate to "model", or "pattern". Despite such a sporting nomenclature, kbks was used mostly as a military trainer for Polish recruits. Many such rifles were also given to various level schools and universities for student military training. Externally, the rifle is very similar to wz.1929 Mauser rifle, as it was meant to be a trainer for Polish army recruits. The dimensions and weight are also almost identical to those of wz.1929 rifle. Matching serial numbers, except for the extractor (the matching serial numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel, buttplate, rear sights and bolt; the extractor displays a mismatched serial number; other parts of the rifle do not have serial numbers). The stock does not display a serial number (the stock may have been refurbished long time ago). All the serial numbers are factory original, and they were not restamped. The rifle has an original black baked enamel over phosphate finish on metal. Military style front sight with protective wings. Military style, adjustable rear sight calibrated from 20 to 100 meter. The rifle was manufactured with a short finger groove in the forestock. Steel buttplate and trigger guard. Polish Mauser style sling swivels (correct). Some fading Polish arsenal markings are stamped on the right side of the buttstock: "WB" (in a circle). The lower part of the buttstock displays fading "D" (in an octagon - stamped just behind the trigger guard, please, see pictures). Correct bolt with straight handle. The cleaning rod is missing. Overall length is 43.25 inch. The barrel length is 24.50 inch. This rifle comes from my personal collection of Polish military firearms. CONDITION: Fine. 80-82% of original finish is still on metal. The black baked enamel on the receiver is mostly gone, the phosphate finish is still there. Nice, solid stock with some handling marks. Wood may have been refurbished long time ago (there is no serial number visible on the stock, and all the markings are fading). Excellent bore with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. Mechanically the rifle is in excellent condition as well. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. No import markings. Very scarce, early production Polish kbks M.1931 military training rifle! Serial# 7XX.
Very Scarce Polish kbks wz.1931 Military Training Rifle Caliber: .22 LR. Price: $2575 Inventory # 22_0153 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Very scarce Polish pre-World War Two wz. 1931 single shot military trainer! The rifle displays following markings on the receiver: "Polish Eagle, F.B. Radom 1935"("F.B." = Fabryka Broni = The Arms Factory at Radom, Poland). The left side of the receiver rail displays model markings, "kbk.S. wz.31". Wz. 1931 rifle was a standard Polish military trainer in the 1930-s. "Kbk.S" is a Polish language abbreviation that stands for, "karabinek sportowy" (sporting carbine). Accordingly, "wz" (wzor) will translate to "model", or "pattern". Despite such a sporting nomenclature, kbks was used mostly as a military trainer for Polish recruits. Many such rifles were also given to various level schools and universities for student military training. Externally, the rifle is very similar to wz.1929 Mauser rifle, as it was meant to be a trainer for Polish army recruits. The dimensions and weight are also almost identical to those of wz.1929 rifle. All matching serial numbers (the matching serial numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel, stock, buttplate, rear sights, extractor and bolt; other parts of the rifle do not have serial numbers, which is correct for this model). All the serial numbers are factory original, and they were not restamped. The rifle has an original black baked enamel over phosphate finish on metal. Military style front sight with protective wings. Military style, adjustable rear sight calibrated from 20 to 100 meter. The rifle was manufactured with a short finger groove in the forestock. Steel buttplate and trigger guard. Polish Mauser style sling swivels (correct). Some Polish arsenal markings are stamped on the right side of the buttstock: "WB" (in a circle). The lower part of the buttstock displays, "Polish Eagle" and "D 2" (in a oval - stamped just behind the trigger guard, please, see pictures). Correct bolt with straight handle. The cleaning rod is missing. Overall length is 43.25 inch. The barrel length is 24.50 inch. This rifle comes from my personal collection of Polish military firearms. CONDITION: Fine. 82-85% of original finish is still on metal. Nice stock with some handling marks, light dings and small scratches. The right side of the stock has a small horizontal hairline crack (just below the receiver ring, please, see pictures). The rear part of the handguard also has a hairline crack (please, see pictures). Wood is in original finish. Excellent bore with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. Mechanically the rifle is in excellent condition as well. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. No import markings. Very scarce Polish kbks wz.1931 military training rifle! Serial# 134XX.
US Issue Canadian Ross M.1905 Mk.II Rifle Caliber: . 303 Enfield Price: $950 Inventory # mlr_0119 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Scarce US issue Canadian Ross M.1905 Mk.II straight pull rifle. Beginning in 1917, Ross M.1905 Mk. II rifles were used by the US military in training roles, to free up more M.1903 Springfield for the Western European front. The stock of this rifle offers a nice selection of various Canadian and US marks! The lower part of the buttstock displays, "US " property mark, just behind the trigger guard. The stock also displays issue markings, model designation and serial number (please, see pictures). The right side of the buttstock displays, "327/1908 AD", "3 17", "84 215", "409 7 C.A. 247" (crossed with two lines), "38 197" (crossed with two lines). The left side of the receiver displays following markings, "ROSS RIFLE CO. QUEBEC CANADA 1905 PATENTED". The receiver ring displays letters, "LC". Straight pull bolt action with locking lugs turning inside the bolt. Five round internal box magazine ("Harris Controlled Platform" with a depressor behind the rear sight). The rear sight is graduated to 2,200 yards. Fixed front sights (hood is missing). Four sling swivels. Bayonet lug on the nosecap. One barrel band. Walnut stock with a pistol grip and two short handguards. Correct style steel buttplate with a trap. Overall length: 48 inch. Barrel length: 28 inch. CONDITION: Fine+. 78% of original finish remaining on metal. The balance is in white mixed with some light patina. Some finish is turning to brownish color. Most of the wear is on the trigger guard, magazine cover, barrel band and nosecap. Some brown patina on the buttplate. Nice, smooth stock in original finish, with some handling marks and light dings. No cracks in wood. All the markings on the stock and metal are clearly visible. Excellent bore with strong and shiny rifling. Crisp action. Mechanically, the rifle is in excellent condition. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear. Scarce US issue Ross rifle in very collectible condition! Serial# 6XX.
John Wayne Production Company Remington Rolling Block Rifle M.1902 Caliber: 7 x 57 mm, rimless. Price: $1000 Inventory # arc_0629 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: One of the few surviving Remington Rolling Block rifles that belonged to John Wayne Production Company BATJAC. The left side of the buttstock displays company's name, "BATJAC" (please, see pictures). The rifle was used in the movie "Alamo", pretending to be a flintlock, with the light alloy plate attached to its action (not included). The holes from the nails that secured the "flintlock" plate are still visible on the right side of the buttstock (camouflaged with some wood filling material, please, see pictures). Most of these guns were stored in private residence in Malibu, CA, and were consequently burned in the big Malibu fire. This one was not! The rifle is in original military configuration. Three-line Remington address with a patent date is stamped on the receiver's tang, "Remington Arms Co., Ilion, N.Y. U.S.A, Patented Octr. 22nd, 1902". The caliber designation is stamped on the barrel, "Cal. 7 mm". The rear sight is graduated from 100 to 2000 m. Fixed front sight. Two piece walnut stock with a handguard. Flat style steel buttplate. Two barrel bands. The nosecap has a bayonet lug. Two military style sling swivels. No cleaning rod. The rifles of this type were ordered by many governments in South and Central America, as well as by Mexico. CONDITION: Overall in low fine condition. Metal has 85-88% of blue finish, turning to brownish color patina. Some pitting on the barrel along the stock lines (please, see pictures). Fine bore with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. Mechanically, the rifle is in very good condition. Solid stocks with some handling marks, dings and scratches (mostly on the right side of the buttstock). The front part of the handguard has a hairline crack (please, see pictures). Light alloy flintlock plate that was nailed to the stock during the production of the movie "Alamo" is not included. Scarce! A must for a John Wayne collector! C&R required.
All Original German Gew. 88 S Commission Rifle Caliber: 8 x 57, rimless. Price: $2575 Inventory # man_0154 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Very nice German M.1888 S "Commission" rifle in 8 mm caliber. Made by Ludwig Loewe Factory, Berlin, Germany in 1891, and accordingly marked on the receiver. The receiver displays a letter "S" (the rifle was converted to fire S-ammunition). Beginning in 1905 many M.1888 rifles and carbines were converted to fire Spitzen ammo, and were accordingly stamped with "S" on the chamber. The rifles of this type were superseded by Gew.98 by 1910. They were reissued to military units again in 1914. Mannlicher style magazine. All matching serial numbers. The matching numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel jacket, trigger guard/magazine assembly, trigger guard/magazine assembly screws, nosecap, barrel band, rear sights and on the bolt; all the bolt parts display the same, matching serial numbers. The other parts of the rifle do not have any serial numbers, which is correct for this model. All the serial numbers are factory original, and they were not restamped. The rifle does not display any Imperial German regimental markings. The stock of the rifle displays crisp German markings (please, see pictures). The rear sight is graduated to 2050 m. This rifle was manufactured without a handguard. Complete with an original cleaning rod. The rifle does not have any Turkish markings. CONDITION: Low excellent. 95-96% of original blue finish is still present on metal. Most of the blue wear is on the barrel bands and on the barrel jacket, near the muzzle. Some finish is starting to turn to brownish color. Some occasional light patina and/or light peppering (mainly on the barrel bands). Scattered brown patina on the buttplate. The receiver has a polished steel finish (correct for this model), with some light patina. There is a small dent on the barrel jacket. Nice and solid stock with some handling marks, light scratches and small dings. No cracks in wood. All the German markings are clearly visible on the stock. The bore is in excellent condition, with strong and shiny rifling. Very smooth action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. This type of German rifle is increasingly difficult to find in collectible condition. This is probably the nicest Gew.88 that I have seen in many years! No import markings. Serial# 16XXu. Antique.
Imperial Russian Military Contract Winchester M. 1895 Lever Action Rifle Caliber: 7.62 x 54 mm, rimmed Price: $2750 Inventory # wnr_0011 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Scarce Imperial Russian Army contract Winchester M.1895 lever action rifle! At the beginning of the World War One the Russian military realized that they do not have enough serviceable rifles for their troops. The decision was made to order rifles from abroad. The USA was selected as a major supplier of new rifles. One of the contracts was placed with Winchester. 300.000 Winchester M.1895 rifles were ordered. The first deliveries took placed in 1915, hence the rifle become to be known in Russia as a "Model 1915" ("Vintovka Vinchestera, obr. 1915g."). The Bolshevik Revolution caused deliveries to cease in 1917. The actual number of rifles delivered to the Russian army is still a subject of dispute. According to some Russian sources, the Imperial Russian army received about 299.000 of Winchester M.1895 rifles in the period of 1915-1916 (out of 300.000 ordered). The rifle was highly regarded by the Russian military and it was issued to the front line units. Poland and Finland had many thousands of M.1895 Winchester rifles in 1918. Finland captured even more rifles of this pattern in 1939-1940. Finnish Civil Guard had many rifles of this model in practically new condition in 1918. Some surviving rifles of this type were shipped from the Soviet Union to Spain during the Spanish Civil War. The rifle is a standard M.1895 Winchester musket in Russian caliber (7.62 mm). The action is locked by a vertically-sliding bar intercepting the reciprocating bolt as the operating lever is closed. The rear ramp and leaf sight is graduated to 3200 paces. Integral box magazine loaded from the stripper clip. The magazine capacity is 5 rounds. The nosecap has a bayonet lug for Winchester export pattern bayonet. The right side of the receiver displays a rectangular stamp with Russian military acceptance mark, "HiZ" (in rectangular, in Cyrillic characters). The Winchester logo and the caliber designation, "7.62 M.M" are stamped on the top of the receiver. The caliber is overstamped with a Russian letter, "P". The left side of the receiver displays a standard Winchester address in two lines. 28 inch long round barrel. Overall length: 46.25 inch.CONDITION: Low fine. The rifle has about 74% of original blue mixed with light patina. The balance is in white. Some blue finish is turning to brownish color. The stock is in original finish with usual wear, handling marks, dings and scratches. Some wear to wood near the receiver tang. The rear part of the handguard also shows some wear and a couple of hairline cracks. Crisp action. Very good bore with strong rifling. The internal parts of the rifle are in very good condition, with no visible wear. No import markings. Scarce Russian contract Winchester from the time of the Great War! Serial# 3846XX.
Very Scarce Polish kbks wz.1931 Military Training Rifle Caliber: .22 LR. Price: $2175 Inventory # 22_0152 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Very scarce Polish pre-World War Two wz. 1931 single shot military trainer! The rifle displays following markings on the receiver: "Polish Eagle, F.B. Radom 1932"("F.B." = Fabryka Broni = The Arms Factory at Radom, Poland). The left side of the receiver rail displays model markings, "kbk.S. wz.31". Wz. 1931 rifle was a standard Polish military trainer in the 1930-s. "Kbk.s" is a Polish language abbreviation that stands for, "karabinek sportowy" (sporting carbine). Accordingly, "wz" (wzor) will translate to "model", or "pattern". Despite such a sporting nomenclature, kbks was used mostly as a military trainer for Polish recruits. Many such rifles were also given to various level schools and universities for student military training. Externally, the rifle is very similar to wz.1929 Mauser rifle, as it was meant to be a trainer for Polish army recruits. The dimensions and weight are also almost identical to those of wz.1929 rifle. All matching serial numbers (the matching serial numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel, stock, buttplate, rear sights and bolt; other parts of the rifle do not have serial numbers, which is correct for this model). The serial number on the stock is fading, but still recognizable. All the serial numbers are factory original, and they were not restamped. The rifle has an original black baked enamel over phosphate finish on metal. Military style front sight with protective wings. Military style, adjustable rear sight calibrated from 20 to 100 meter. The rifle was manufactured with a short finger groove in the forestock. Steel buttplate and trigger guard. Polish Mauser style sling swivels (correct). Some Polish arsenal markings are stamped on the right side of the buttstock: "D" (in an octagon), "WB" (in a circle). The lower part of the buttstock also displays, "D" (in an octagon - stamped just behind the trigger guard). The bolt handle was bend down in German style, which may indicate that the rifle was used as a trainer by German military during the war. The cleaning rod and extractor are missing. Overall length is 43.25 inch. The barrel length is 24.50 inch. CONDITION: Fine. 94-95% of original finish is still on metal. Most of the finish wear is on the sharp edges of steel parts. Solid stock with some handling marks, light dings and small scratches. No cracks in wood. Wood has some kind of wax, or varnish finish, which is partially worn, most likely as a result of over cleaning. Excellent bore with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. Mechanically the rifle is in excellent condition as well. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. No import markings. Very scarce Polish kbks wz.1931 military training rifle! Serial# 43XX.
Savage Experimental Rifle (made in the US M.1903 Springfield Style, Serial # 001) Caliber: 7 x 57 mm, rimless Price: $9500 Inventory # mlr_0117 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: One of the kind Savage experimental bolt action rifle! Serial# 001! There is no information on this rifle available in known to me Savage reference literature. The rifle was, most likely, manufactured during the World War One. The style of the rifle copies the lines of US M.1903 Springfield rifles. Walnut stock with finger grooves and without a pistol grip. Full length handguard. The caliber seems to be 7 x 57 mm, rimless (7 mm Mauser). The left side of the buttstock displays a brass disc with following markings, "Savage Arms Co., 7 m-m". The serial number ("001") is stamped only on the left side of the receiver ring. There are some proof marks stamped near the serial number ("Two Crossed Lances", somewhat similar to British military acceptance markings). No other markings are present on the rifle. This may lead to the conclusion that the rifle was offered to the British military during the Great War, or at least, was indented for some kind of British military trials. On the other hand, the choice of the caliber, may indicate that the rifle was offered for sale in Latin America. The bolt and nosecap are missing from the rifle. The rifle features very sturdy, military style bolt action. In fact, the latter is very similar to the action utilized in Savage Model 1920 rifle, just the bolt seems to be slightly longer. This rifle may be a predecessor of Savage Model 1920! Complete with a bit unusual cleaning rod, which seems to be original to the rifle. The rear sight ladder displays following wording, "Marked for Yards Meters or Paces as Desired". Two sling swivels. One barrel band. Steel buttplate with horizontal grooves. Overall length: 43.75 inch. Barrel length: 24 inch. CONDITION: The rifle would be in excellent condition, if not for missing parts. 98% of original blue finish is still remaining on metal. Some finish is turning to brownish color (mainly on the barrel band). There is a few spots of light patina on the buttplate. Nice, smooth stock in original finish, with some handling marks, scratches and light dings. No cracks in wood. All the markings on metal are clearly visible. Excellent+ bore with strong and shiny rifling. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. One of the kind Savage experimental bolt action rifle from the time of the Great War! Serial# 001.
Savage Experimental Rifle (made in the British SMLE Style) Caliber: . 303 Enfield Price: $9500 Inventory # mlr_0116 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: One of the kind Savage experimental bolt action rifle! There is no information on this rifle available in known to me Savage reference literature. The rifle was, most likely, manufactured during the World War One. The style of the rifle copies the lines of British military Lee Enfield (SMLE) rifles. One piece (!) SMLE style walnut stock with a pistol grip and a full length handguard. The front sight/nosecap assembly, rear sights, brass buttplate and magazine are taken from standard SMLE rifle and they show British markings (and old serial numbers on the magazine and nosecap only). The caliber is standard British military .303 Enfield. This may lead to the conclusion that the rifle was offered to the British military during the Great War, or at least, was intended for some kind of British military trials. The rifle features very sturdy, military style bolt action. In fact, the latter is very similar to the action utilized in Savage Model 1920 rifle, just the bolt seems to be slightly longer. This rifle may be a predecessor of Savage Model 1920! The trigger guard and a single shot cut off are missing from the rifle, and there is no sign that they were ever installed. Perhaps, the rifle was never completed by the Savage factory. The left side of the buttstock displays a brass disc with following markings, "Made by Savage Arms Co., Utica, N.Y., U.S.A.". The serial number is stamped only on the right side of the receiver ring. No other markings are present on the rifle. Complete with a long range dial sight on the left side of the stock. The bolt cocking piece is also a safety device. It can be turned left and right and is marked accordingly, "Safe" and "Fire". Two sling swivels. Bayonet lug on the nosecap. One barrel band. Brass buttplate with a trap. Overall length: 46 inch. Barrel length: 25.5 inch. CONDITION: The rifle would be in excellent condition, if not for missing (uninstalled) parts. 96% of original blue finish is still remaining on metal. The balance is in white mixed with some light patina. Some finish is turning to brownish color. Most of the wear is on the magazine, barrel band and nosecap. The SMLE magazine shows some roughness and some handling marks. The SMLE nosecap shows two small spots of pitting. Nice, smooth stock in original finish, with some handling marks and light dings. No cracks in wood. All the markings on metal are clearly visible. Excellent+ bore with strong and shiny rifling. Crisp action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. One of the kind Savage experimental bolt action rifle from the time of the Great War! Serial# 97XX.
Scarce Early Nazi Occupation Production French MAS 36 Short Rifle Caliber: 7.5 x 54 mm Price: $800 Inventory # mlr_0115 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Scarce early Nazi occupation production French MAS 36 short rifle. The rifle displays no proof marks of any kind. Low, three digit serial number is stamped on the left side of the chamber (!). I believe that the rifle was manufactured, or at least assembled, in the early days of the Nazi occupation. Many such rifles have never reached the French units, and were storied in the factories. Some of the these rifles were finished during the Nazi occupation, and issued to Nazi military units in occupied France, and possibly to some Vichy units. The rifle has the pre-war style open front sights. Baked black enamel over the phosphate finish on most of the parts of rifle. Phosphate finish on the bolt, bayonet and barrel band. The "mixed" finish of the steel parts provides an evidence that French workers abandoned strict production procedures in the early days of the German occupation. No cartouche on the buttstock (correct for Nazi occupation production). MAS 36 was manufactured without a safety. It was the last bolt action rifle adopted by any major European power. MAS 36 features very short, modified Mauser type action. Mauser style magazine. Correct style bolt with turned down handle. Adjustable rear sights calibrated from 200 to 1200 meter. The left side of the receiver displays following maker and model markings, "MAS M-le 1936". Matching serial numbers are stamped on the chamber and bolt. Bayonet displays a mismatched serial number. There are no serial numbers stamped on all the remaining parts of the rifle. Complete with the bayonet and leather sling. CONDITION: Excellent. The rifle is in all original condition and it was never refurbished by French arsenals. 95% of original finish is still remaining on metal. Nice, solid stocks in original finish, with some handling marks. No cracks in wood. The bore is in excellent condition, with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. Mechanically, the rifle is in excellent condition. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. All the markings on metal are clearly visible. No import stamps. Scarce Nazi occupation production MAS 36 rifle in very collectible condition! Serial# 2XX.
Scarce Early Nazi Occupation Production French MAS 36 Short Rifle Caliber: 7.5 x 54 mm Price: $800 Inventory # mlr_0105 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Scarce early Nazi occupation production French MAS 36 short rifle. The rifle displays no proof marks of any kind. Low, three digit serial number is stamped on the left side of the chamber (!). I believe that the rifle was manufactured, or at least assembled, in the early days of the Nazi occupation. Many such rifles have never reached the French units, and were storied in the factories. Some of the these rifles were finished during the Nazi occupation, and issued to Nazi military units in occupied France, and possibly to some Vichy units. The rifle has the pre-war style open front sights. Phosphate finish on most of the steel parts of the rifle. Baked black enamel over the phosphate finish on the nosecap, barrel band, trigger guard and the magazine floor plate. The "mixed" finish of the steel parts provides an evidence that French workers abandoned strict production procedures in the early days of the German occupation. No cartouche on the buttstock (correct for Nazi occupation production). MAS 36 was manufactured without a safety. It was the last bolt action rifle adopted by any major European power. MAS 36 features very short, modified Mauser type action. Mauser style magazine. Correct style bolt with turned down handle. Adjustable rear sights calibrated from 200 to 1200 meter. The left side of the receiver displays following maker and model markings, "MAS M-le 1936". Matching serial numbers are stamped on the chamber and bolt. Bayonet displays a mismatched serial number. There are no serial numbers stamped on all the remaining parts of the rifle. Complete with the bayonet and leather sling. CONDITION: Excellent. The rifle is in all original condition and it was never refurbished by French arsenals. 95% of original finish is still remaining on metal. Nice, solid stocks in original finish, with some handling marks, light dings and scratches. No cracks in wood. The bore is in excellent condition, with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. Mechanically, the rifle is in excellent condition. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. All the markings on metal are clearly visible. No import stamps. Scarce Nazi occupation production MAS 36 rifle in very collectible condition! Serial# 2XX.

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Scarce Imperial German Conversion of M.1891 Mosin-Nagant Rifle Caliber: 7.62 x 54 mm, rimmed. Price: $950 Inventory # mnr_0127 Pictures:

DESCRIPTION: Scarce Imperial German conversion of Mosin-Nagant M.1891 rifle! The rifle was manufactured at the Imperial Russian Tula arsenal in 1915, as indicated by markings on the receiver ring. The rifle was captured by Imperial German soldiers during the World War One and consequently converted by one of the Imperial German arsenals. Many M.1891 rifles were captured by the Germans and were reissued to their own military forces during the Great War. The front end of the rifle was extensively modified by the Imperial German arsenal. The new Mauser style nosecap was installed with a special bayonet lug for different Mauser and Ersatz bayonets. The bayonet lug is longer than in Gew.98 rifles and has two notches for different bayonets. The caliber is still original Russian 7.62 x 54. The Imperial Russian markings are intact. The receiver displays, Imperial Russian Double Head Eagle over Cyrillic letter "KhKh" (Russian military acceptance proof). Original, Imperial Russian one piece stock. Matching serial numbers on the receiver, bolt and barrel. Mismatched serial number on the stock and buttplate. The number on the bolt seems to be force matched. The magazine does not have a serial number. No numbers on other parts. At least two of these serial numbers, on the receiver and bolt, do not look "Imperial Russian", and most likely were added by the Imperial German arsenal. The buttplate displays some kind of regimental markings, "1 P" and "6". Some parts of the rifle (receiver, barrel and bolt) display a large letter, "K". Imperial German army captured hundreds of thousand of Mosin rifles during the World War One, yet only few of them survived to these days in original configuration. CONDITION: Low fine. The metal has about 70% of original blue finish. The balance is in white, mixed with some light patina. Most of the finish wear is on the barrel. The stock displays the usual handling marks, dings and scratches. The bore is in very good condition with strong rifling. Strong action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in very good condition, with no visible wear. All the numbers and markings on metal are clearly visible. The cleaning rod is missing. Import markings on the barrel near the muzzle. Scarce! Interesting Imperial German captured and modified Mosin rifle for the World War One collector. Serial# 2487XX.

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