Original German Mauser Model 1871 Bavarian Marked Infantry Rifle by Amberg dated 1879 - Serial 77041 U.S. Ammo often referred to as the

often referred to as the “husk”

these are becoming very hard to find

which features a painting of the USS Saratoga and an aviation insignia on the front

moved up through France

with the expected age toning and light tarnishing

Original German Mauser Model 1871 Bavarian Marked Infantry Rifle by Amberg dated 1879 - Serial 77041 U.S. Ammo often referred to as theOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a nice example of the Mauser Model 1871 Infantry Rifle, manufactured by Amberg Arsenal in what was then the kingdom of Bavaria in the German Empire. It is covered with Imperial German inspection and acceptance markings on the metalwork. It bears serial number 77041 on the barrel, receiver, bolt, and just about every other part that would have a serial number except for the butt plate and a few screws, which