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19MG- 53 MAUSER 1918

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:80.00 USD Estimated At:250.00 - 500.00 USD
19MG- 53 MAUSER 1918
German Mauser Gewehr 98 bolt action rifle, 8 x 57 caliber, Serial #5627d. The rifle is in good overall condition with a 29” barrel with a ramped blade and military tangent style rear sights. The metal surfaces havegone to a dark grey patina with light surface erosion evident. The front ring has a Turkish Crescent ahead of the standard Mauser markings and is dated 1918. All visible serial numbers are matching. The smooth wood stock is in good condition with mars and compressions consistent with service use. The ram rod, sling swivels and military style leather sling are all retained and the butt stock ends with a smooth steel butt plate.The bore is fair, the action functions and the markings are sharp on this WWI era Mauser. Est.: $250-$500. (C+R).