Original German Mauser Model 1871 Rifle made at Erfurt Arsenal - dated 1874 Flintlock Muskets and Rifles Offered in perfect working order

Offered in perfect  working order and nice overall condition

The plating shows age

which is about typical of bronze swords of the period of the period

There was a release button on the left side of the guard to disconnect the sword from the scabbard

Sides have lined brown leather 'Y' straps with dual ring buckles

Original German Mauser Model 1871 Rifle made at Erfurt Arsenal - dated 1874 Flintlock Muskets and Rifles Offered in perfect working orderOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a wonderful example of the Mauser Model 1871 rifle. It is covered with Imperial German inspection and acceptance markings, even on the wood stock. The serial number 2087A appears on almost all parts of the gun, even the barrel bands, nose cap, and many of the screws. Only the bolt does not match, as it was common to replace worn bolts at arsenal. The receiver is dated 1874 and marked I. G. Mod. 71 on the