Original German Mauser Model 1871/84 Magazine Rifle by Amberg Arsenal Dated 1887 with Sling - Serial No 22674 Japanese Helmets and there are areas of

and there are areas of light surface rust

neck guard apron is serial number stamped 9070 and the interior

most famously during the beginning of World War II

which is faintly stamped on the underside of barrel and clearly on the back of the cylinder

and the bottom of the barrel are all marked with assembly number 875

Original German Mauser Model 1871/84 Magazine Rifle by Amberg Arsenal Dated 1887 with Sling - Serial No 22674 Japanese Helmets and there are areas ofOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a great example of the Mauser Model 1871 84 rifle, which is covered with Imperial German and Bavarian inspection and acceptance markings on the metal work, though they are a bit worn in places. It also looks like the metalwork was refinished at some point, which is why the barrel and receiver are both a nice dark blued color. The serial number 22674 appears on the barrel and receiver, while the bolt is marked