Original German Museum Grade Mauser Model 1871/84 Rifle by Spandau Dated 1887 - Serial No 1122 Hotchkiss MG The 7 1/2" barrel is

The 7 1/2" barrel is engraved with the Retailer's name that supplied the weapon

All barrels bear correct British proof markings and “square” tangs

one battery of the 2nd Battalion Flak Regiment 411 and Motorcycle Battalion 6 (afternoon)

in practice the crew of a tank was often able to drive away from the limited area affected before too much smoke entered the fighting compartment

The barrel and receiver bear serial number 17401 on the left hand side

Original German Museum Grade Mauser Model 1871/84 Rifle by Spandau Dated 1887 - Serial No 1122 Hotchkiss MG The 7 1/2" barrel isOriginal Item: Only One Available. "Museum Grade" is not a term that we use often at all, so we do not use it lightly. However there is no better description for the condition of this rifle. It is the best example of the Mauser Model 1871 84 rifle that we have ever seen. It is covered with Imperial German inspection and acceptance markings on the metal work, almost as crisp as the day it was made. These have all been hi lighted with white so they