Original German Mauser Mod. 71 Converted in France to Uruguay Daudeteau / Dovitis Rifle dated 1881 - serial 88833 Russian Artillery The Waffenamt inspection mark on

The Waffenamt inspection mark on the top looks to read WaA 867

showing just how delicate these are

All mechanics appear to be functional

Additional marks of interest include inspectors' and proof marks around the breech end of the barrel: a V over a P over an eagle's head over another P on the left side just above the stock

which means "sword" (in general)

Original German Mauser Mod. 71 Converted in France to Uruguay Daudeteau / Dovitis Rifle dated 1881 - serial 88833 Russian Artillery The Waffenamt inspection mark onOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of the rare "Dovitis" rifle, which is a French conversion of the German Mauser Model 1871 Infantry Rifle. This example bears Serial #88833 on the receiver (worn) and bolt, and is marked marked I. G. Mod. 71 on the opposite side in German "Black Letter" type. This stands for Infanterie Gewehr (Infantry Rifle) Model 71. The opposite side of the receiver has the original manufacture date of