Original Imperial German Mauser Model K.1871 Carbine by ŒWG Steyr Dated 1876 with Dragoon Regiment Marking - Serial 5278 E MILITARIA meaning imperial-royal

meaning imperial-royal

and still has lots of the original gilding on the front and back

and was first used as a hunting weapon before being put to use in combat

and this weapon was produced before that time

the Germans were in headlong retreat and attempting to establish a new line well to the east

Original Imperial German Mauser Model K.1871 Carbine by ŒWG Steyr Dated 1876 with Dragoon Regiment Marking - Serial 5278 E MILITARIA meaning imperial-royalOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a lovely honest used example of the Mauser Karabiner (Carbine) Model 1871, manufactured by the famous WG Steyr in Austria. These shorter versions are much harder to find, and were intended for use by cavalry and lancers. It is covered with Imperial German inspection and acceptance markings, standard for these carbines, and shows no signs of refinishing, so these are still crisp. The serial number 5278 E