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Argentine Model 1909/26 Mauser Cavalry Carbine

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:250.00 USD
Argentine Model 1909/26 Mauser Cavalry Carbine
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Argentine Model 1909/26 Mauser Bolt Action Cavalry Carbine, #B5971, 7.65x53 mm cal., 22'' barrel, blued finish, hardwood stock, blade front sight with protecting ears and adjustable tangent rear sight, with U.S. M1 carbine sling. Marked on top of receiver ring with intact Argentine crest, and on left side ''MAUSER MODELO ARGENTINO 1909''. ''DEUTSCHE WAFFEN-UND MUNITIONSFABRIKEN BERLIN'' marked on left side receiver rail. Matching numbers on bolt and trigger guard. Condition overall is very good with the blued metal parts retaining approx. 70% finish, which appears to have had varnish applied. There is rust pitting around the muzzle nose cap. The bright receiver and bands have a gold toned color, possibly from varnish also. Wood has been vigorously sanded and the buttplate extends over the buttstock. Condition is very good with handling marks around the receiver area. Action is smooth; bore is slightly frosted, otherwise very good with very good rifling. No visible import marks. Est.: $500-$700. (C&R)