VIRTUALLY NEW UNISSUED BAVARIAN MAUSER MODEL 71/84 RIFLE, MADE AT AMBERG ARSENAL.

SN 93001. Cal. 11mm. This Mauser M71/84 is the repeater version of the Mauser M1871 infantry rifle. The 71/84 is identified principally by its tubular magazine which accommodates 9 or 10 cartridges. This rifle, SN “93001” is in unissued nearly new condition, was adopted into Bavarian service, but never issued. The Barvarian inspection marks under the stock and on the right of the butt are in brand new crisp condition. On the left side of the receiver is the SN “93001” and “Mauser” (probably a museum collection mark), and the German phrase “I.G.Mod.71/84” (Infantry rifle Model 71/84). The small word “Mauser” on the receiver is unique and found on no other rifle. The octagonal portions of the bbl bear the cypher Crown/L for King Ludwig of Bavaria. Together with the Amberg crest and Amberg inspector marks. The gun is new & matching with numbers appearing on all bolt parts, bbl, receiver, trigger guard assembly, buttplate, bbl bands, etc. PROVENANCE: Ex Greenwood & Batley collection. Greenwood & Batley, Leeds, England made the machine tools and jigs etc. for the Gewehrfabrik Amberg production line for these rifles, and this was probably a sample or production line acceptance rifle retained by them, as is also suggested by the serial number. Collection of Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess. CONDITION: At first glance, the rifle appears in new condition. Upon closer examination reveals small scratches & blemishes in the wood, and an occasional small scratch in the metal. The overall condition however is about 95%. Bore is like new. Mechanics are excellent, fully functional & untouched. Wood has orig finish and color, beautifully aged. 4-53116 JJW35 (2,000-3,500) – Lot 1357

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2014

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	1357	$2,070.00	VIRTUALLY NEW UNISSUED BAVARIAN MAUSER MODEL 71/84 RIFLE, MADE AT AMBERG ARSENAL. SN 93001. Cal. 11mm. This Mauser M71/84 is the repeater version of the Mauser M1871 infantry rifle. The 71/84 is identified principally by its tubular magazine which accommodates 9 or 10 cartridges. This rifle, SN “93001” is in unissued nearly new condition, was adopted into Bavarian service, but never issued. The Barvarian inspection marks under the stock and on the right of the butt are in brand new crisp condition. On the left side of the receiver is the SN “93001” and “Mauser” (probably a museum collection mark), and the German phrase “I.G.Mod.71/84” (Infantry rifle Model 71/84). The small word “Mauser” on the receiver is unique and found on no other rifle. The octagonal portions of the bbl bear the cypher Crown/L for King Ludwig of Bavaria. Together with the Amberg crest and Amberg inspector marks. The gun is new & matching with numbers appearing on all bolt parts, bbl, receiver, trigger guard assembly, buttplate, bbl bands, etc. PROVENANCE: Ex Greenwood & Batley collection. Greenwood & Batley, Leeds, England made the machine tools and jigs etc. for the Gewehrfabrik Amberg production line for these rifles, and this was probably a sample or production line acceptance rifle retained by them, as is also suggested by the serial number. Collection of Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess. CONDITION: At first glance, the rifle appears in new condition. Upon closer examination reveals small scratches & blemishes in the wood, and an occasional small scratch in the metal. The overall condition however is about 95%. Bore is like new. Mechanics are excellent, fully functional & untouched. Wood has orig finish and color, beautifully aged. 4-53116 JJW35 (2,000-3,500) – Lot 1357 Auction: Firearms - Fall 2014 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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VIRTUALLY NEW UNISSUED BAVARIAN MAUSER MODEL 71/84 RIFLE, MADE AT AMBERG ARSENAL.