Original German Mauser Model 1871 Infantry Rifle by Amberg Arsenal dated 1878 - Matching Serial No 41169 MG 08-15 Maxim instead of the Colt's six

instead of the Colt's six

There are a few minor rust spots and scratches

The blade is free of any rust or pitting

This is a fine and utterly unique Naval captain's weapon very possibly dating to the American Revolution and offers tremendous research potential

Original German Mauser Model 1871 Infantry Rifle by Amberg Arsenal dated 1878 - Matching Serial No 41169 MG 08-15 Maxim instead of the Colt's sixOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a nice example of the Mauser Model 1871 Infantry Rifle, manufactured by Amberg Arsenal in what was then the kingdom of Bavaria in the German Empire. It is covered with Imperial German inspection and acceptance markings, even on the wood stock. It bears serial number 41169 on the Barrel, Receiver, Bolt, Butt plate, and in other places as well as the shorter 1169. We would definitely consider this an "all