Original German Mauser Model 1871 Infantry Rifle by ŒWG Steyr in Austria - Serial No. 1580U Bren LMG and a formidable communist force

and a formidable communist force had been weakened

[citation needed] These NSDAP activities were a part of the Gleichschaltung (Equalization) starting in 1933

The inside of the grips are also stamped with this matching number

correct for ERMA

so one can only assume is was intended to be fired as a shoulder weapon which is nearly impossible as it weighs 33 pounds

Original German Mauser Model 1871 Infantry Rifle by ŒWG Steyr in Austria - Serial No. 1580U Bren LMG and a formidable communist forceOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of the Mauser Model 1871 Infantry Rifle, manufactured by the famous WG Steyr in Austria. It is covered with Imperial German inspection and acceptance markings on the metalwork. It bears serial number 1580U on the barrel, receiver, bolt, and just about every other part that would have a serial number except for the bolt washer and a few screws, which are non matching. These were probably