Original Excellent Imperial German Mauser Model 1871/84 Magazine Service Rifle by Spandau Dated 1888 - Matching Serial 8652 French Flags indicating manufacture by Moll Lederwarenfabrik

indicating manufacture by Moll Lederwarenfabrik (Leather wares factory) in Goch

Lower border of the poster reads:U

- Trooper MK II

from an old breach loader Collection

- Multiple books including

Original Excellent Imperial German Mauser Model 1871/84 Magazine Service Rifle by Spandau Dated 1888 - Matching Serial 8652 French Flags indicating manufacture by Moll LederwarenfabrikOriginal 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 on the bright steel areas. It does not appear to have ever been issued, and is covered with Imperial German inspection and acceptance markings, which are still crisp and clear. The serial number 8652 or