Obviously, a new barrel in 8mm Mauser was added or the old barrel bored out for 8mm. 1895 rifle made by DWM that bears a Transvaal contract C prefix serial number and the turned-down bolt handle common to late-production Boer rifles.

Due to this, a misunderstanding occurred regarding the identification between the Model 1896 and Model 1897. It seems that the conversions were done in the 1930s at the Ankara arsenal. The Model 1895 brought to the Transvaal was also known as 'Boer Model' Mauser and were marked O.V.S (Oranje Vrij Staat) just above the serial number accompanied by MOD.MAUSER and the date of the manufacturer. This one isn't quite pristine but it's close and A LOT of rifle for the money! Comes with an original Chilean Bayonet, Scabbard, and Mauser Leather Sling. Model 1893s received a lot of modifications when converted to 8mm Mauser. At shows, we're already seeing '95 rifles in similar conditions priced between $1,000-$1,250. There aren't many antique rifles on the market that can be found in near pristine condition for under $1,000. The serial numbers on this rifle are all matching including the cleaning rod and bolt bore is perfect and the action is like brand new.

The light European walnut stock is in Fine Condition and has 98% of its original oil finish with some minor dings and marks from improper military storage where it was allowed to come into contact with other rifles. Overall condition grades to NRA Antique Excellent with 99% bright original blue and fire blue throughout. In fact, some of the Mausers that didn't make it to the Boers due to a British blockade were later resold to Chile. With the exception of the Chilean crest and some of the markings, this rifle is virtually identical to 7mm Mausers made for the Boers in South Africa in their war against the United Kingdom. This one is a Ludwig Loewe in the G block which makes it a pre-1898 antique. These were made by Ludwig Loewe of Berlin and later by DWM. This is one of the nicer condition Model 1895 Chilean Contract Rifles we've encountered in the past couple of years. Mauser Model 1895 Rifle, Chilean Contract

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