Rare British manufactured Mauser 1871 pattern 11x60R bolt action rifle, serial number 8177D, 33inch barrel secured by three two bands and muzzle cap fitted with bayonet lug and securing a cleaning rod, folding leaf rear sight, the knox form with FW crest, National Arms and Ammunition arsenal mark, British proof marks and the number 771 (perhaps an incorrect version of the full serial number stamped on the bolt), the receiver with 1874 manufacture date, and a later 1877 stamping, the bolt with the only full serial number and flag safety catch, brass trigger guard, the stock with German inspection stamp.
Section 58(2) antique / obsolete calibre, can be owned without a licence. Buyer must be over the age of 18, age verification ID will be required if the lot it to be posted out.
Dimensions: 134cm long
POSTAGE AND SHIPPING INFORMATION
This is a 'live online' auction - you can bid from the comfort of your own home using our free live bidding service.
Sold for £650
Auction: Two Day Firearms, Shotguns, Airguns, Arms and Militaria, 8th May, 2024
This is an online only auction which includes telephone and absentee bids. There is no audience in the room.
For more information contact our specialist Chris Large: chris.large@wilson55.com
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