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Steyr Gewehr 88 8mm SN: 8513b

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Steyr Gewehr 88 8mm SN: 8513b
Rifle, Bolt-action. German Military issued rifle. Also known as the 88 commission rifle. Produced 1888-1899. In service 1888-1921, and 1944-45 (Germany) Blued finish, and smooth wood stock. 29.1 " barrel, with adjustable, ladder rear sights. Chrome bolt. Fed from a 5 rd clip in a fixed internal magazine. receiver marked Steyr1889. Matched numbers on the receiver, and barrel. bore appears good, but dirty. Cleaning rod present. Unit marked on front barrel band, 78.R. 11. 215. Metal appears to have been painted black at some point. Wood stock has been lightly sanded. The chrome bolt has Turkish markings. (These rifles were used extensively by the Turkish Army in the 1930's, and 40's) A newer leather sling has been added. An interesting M88. NRA Condition-Good, plus. modern Firearm.