Original German Mauser Model 1871 Bavarian Marked Infantry Rifle by Amberg dated 1879 - Serial 77041 U.S. Badges The battalion landed on D

The battalion landed on D day

While somewhat odd looking

' meaning that the rear of the cylinder was turned to a smaller diameter than the front

in production from 1918 (2

however the zinc plating has worn off

Original German Mauser Model 1871 Bavarian Marked Infantry Rifle by Amberg dated 1879 - Serial 77041 U.S. Badges The battalion landed on DOriginal 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