Original Excellent Imperial German Mauser Model 1871/84 Magazine Service Rifle by Spandau Dated 1887 with Sling - Matching Serial 3172 German Documents & Books Battery 4 of the U

Battery 4 of the U

with some flaking and wear on the drag and on the "in" side of the scabbard

This stamped sheet steel construction helmet retains about 60% of its original lightly textured "panzergrau" paint

The initial AP-T round was the Type 97 and it had a softer grade of steel than the later Type 100

This is a wonderful example of a totally inert

Original Excellent Imperial German Mauser Model 1871/84 Magazine Service Rifle by Spandau Dated 1887 with Sling - Matching Serial 3172 German Documents & Books Battery 4 of the UOriginal 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, and does not appear to have ever been issued. The rifle is covered with Imperial German inspection and acceptance markings, which are still crisp and clear. The serial number 3172 or shortened number