MAUSER MODEL 1908
Used
In Stock
$825.00
Specifications
Category
Rifles
Manufacturer
MAUSER
Caliber
8MM
Description
The Mauser Model 1908 rifle with serial number
6659 was likely part of a large contract for Brazil, manufactured by Deutsche Waffen und Munitionsfabriken (DWM) in Berlin, Germany, between 1908 and 1914.
General Information
The Mauser Model 1908 is a highly regarded Gewehr 98-pattern bolt-action rifle, known for its pre-WWI fit and finish quality. Key characteristics and historical context for a rifle in this serial range include:
Intended User: These rifles were primarily produced on contract for the Brazilian military.
Manufacturer: The primary manufacturer for the Brazilian contract was DWM (Deutsche Waffen und Munitionsfabriken). The manufacturer's name, "DEUTSCH WAFFEN-UND MUNITIONSFABRIKEN BERLIN," would typically be marked on the left side of the receiver.
Production Date: The original DWM production for Brazil occurred between 1908 and 1914. Specific dating by exact serial number is generally not available, but the serial number is consistent with this initial production run.
Caliber: The rifle is chambered in 7x57mm Mauser (7mm Mauser).
Markings: The receiver ring should typically feature the Brazilian crest.
Condition and Matching Numbers: A rifle with matching serial numbers across components (receiver, bolt, stock, etc.) is considered desirable by collectors. The presence of import marks, refinished metal, or non-matching parts can affect collector value.
Determining Specific Details
To obtain more specific information about your particular rifle, you should examine its unique markings:
Inspect Markings: Check all parts of the rifle for the serial number to see if they match. Also look for any additional proof marks (e.g., German eagle proofs, date stamps) or painted rack numbers, which can indicate its specific history and service life beyond the initial contract.
6659 was likely part of a large contract for Brazil, manufactured by Deutsche Waffen und Munitionsfabriken (DWM) in Berlin, Germany, between 1908 and 1914.
General Information
The Mauser Model 1908 is a highly regarded Gewehr 98-pattern bolt-action rifle, known for its pre-WWI fit and finish quality. Key characteristics and historical context for a rifle in this serial range include:
Intended User: These rifles were primarily produced on contract for the Brazilian military.
Manufacturer: The primary manufacturer for the Brazilian contract was DWM (Deutsche Waffen und Munitionsfabriken). The manufacturer's name, "DEUTSCH WAFFEN-UND MUNITIONSFABRIKEN BERLIN," would typically be marked on the left side of the receiver.
Production Date: The original DWM production for Brazil occurred between 1908 and 1914. Specific dating by exact serial number is generally not available, but the serial number is consistent with this initial production run.
Caliber: The rifle is chambered in 7x57mm Mauser (7mm Mauser).
Markings: The receiver ring should typically feature the Brazilian crest.
Condition and Matching Numbers: A rifle with matching serial numbers across components (receiver, bolt, stock, etc.) is considered desirable by collectors. The presence of import marks, refinished metal, or non-matching parts can affect collector value.
Determining Specific Details
To obtain more specific information about your particular rifle, you should examine its unique markings:
Inspect Markings: Check all parts of the rifle for the serial number to see if they match. Also look for any additional proof marks (e.g., German eagle proofs, date stamps) or painted rack numbers, which can indicate its specific history and service life beyond the initial contract.