MAUSER MODEL 1908 SHORT RIFLE For Sale

$1,100.00

The MAUSER MODEL 1908 SHORT RIFLE is a notable example of early 20th-century firearms craftsmanship, chambered in 7x57mm, and recognized for its practical design, including a turned-down bolt handle for ease of operation in prone positions. This bolt-action rifle features a 5-shot internal magazine, a 22-inch barrel for balanced portability and range, and a pistol-grip stock for improved handling. Distinctly marked with the Brazilian National crest over the chamber, the rifle signifies its use in Brazilian military service, with origin markings from “Deutsche Waffen-und Munitions Fabriken Berlin” or “Oberndorf” on the receiver, complete with a Brazilian military inspector’s “circled-B” proof mark and the Greek beta letter. The “Mod. 1908” marking on the receiver confirms its model identification. Historically significant, this rifle was part of a major delivery of 10,100 units to Brazil between 1908 and 1909, and is celebrated for its durability and reliability, making it a prized piece for collectors and historians.

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