Original Imperial German Excellent Mauser Model 1871/84 Magazine Service Rifle by Spandau Dated 1888 - Serial 9618 Display Guns & Parts Sets and the jumper retains the

and the jumper retains the button for fastening the collar closed

meaning this was for a true marksman

the regiment was re-designated as the 3rd Cavalry Group (Mechanized)

paper time fuse

Original Imperial German Excellent Mauser Model 1871/84 Magazine Service Rifle by Spandau Dated 1888 - Serial 9618 Display Guns & Parts Sets and the jumper retains theOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an excellent barely used example of the Mauser Model 1871 84 rifle, the first Magazine rifle widely used by the German Empire. While not quite "Museum Grade", it only shows light storage wear and some staining, and does not appear to have ever been issued. The rifle is covered with Imperial German inspection and acceptance markings, which are still crisp and clear. The serial number 9618 or shortened number