Original German Museum Grade Mauser Model 1871/84 Rifle by Spandau Dated 1887 - Serial No 664 19th Century The use of German troops

The use of German troops to suppress a rebellion in the British colonies angered American activists

referring to the Minister of Public Enlightenment and Propaganda

for a memorable encounter with the enemy at Boschman’s Kop during the “Guerilla War”

but never one quite like this one

Black wood ebony type grip plates the metal finish now turning blue/grey

Original German Museum Grade Mauser Model 1871/84 Rifle by Spandau Dated 1887 - Serial No 664 19th Century The use of German troopsOriginal Item: Only One Available. "Museum Grade" is not a term that we use often at all, so we do not use it lightly. However there is no better description for the condition of this rifle. It definitely never saw service, and is one of the best examples of the Mauser Model 1871 84 rifle that we have ever seen. Only two that we can recall exceeded the condition of this example. It is covered with Imperial German inspection and acceptance markings on