Original Excellent Imperial German Mauser Model 1871/84 Magazine Service Rifle by Spandau Dated 1887 - Matching Serial 5769 Historical Military Books possibly for some type of

possibly for some type of display

Coming with an original leather sling and magazine

The Ball butt is of an Ivory like bone retaining wonderful aged patina of stress cracks from drying out over two hundred years and an almost nicotine stain color achieved only with age

It measures approximately 28 inches long by 11" tall by 9" wide

and all three barrel bands are U marked

Original Excellent Imperial German Mauser Model 1871/84 Magazine Service Rifle by Spandau Dated 1887 - Matching Serial 5769 Historical Military Books possibly for some type ofOriginal 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 5769 or shortened number