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German Mauser Mdl 88 8mm SN: 2352D

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German Mauser Mdl 88 8mm SN: 2352D
'Commission Rifle' German military bolt-action service rifle chambered in 7.92x57mm Mauser, produced by Steyr circa 1890. Features a 29" barrel with tubular metal shroud, 'S' stamped receiver, dovetailed inverted 'v' front sight, folding leaf rear sight with flip-up ladder, cleaning rod, two barrel bands with bayonet lug on the front band, straight bolt handle, manual safety on the bolt, sling swivels, smooth trigger, metal trigger guard with floorplate cover and straight grip wood shoulder stock with smooth metal buttplate. All visible serial numbers are matching. The barrel shroud and trigger guard exhibit an aged dark patina while the receiver is in-the-white and light pin prick pitting & scattered surface rust are found throughout. The barrel shroud shows some dings. Action is smooth, bore is good and the wood stock is fair with numerous blemishes & a repair to the heel. Condition is NRA good. ***Antique Firearm***