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MKE ATF Mauser Rifle 8mm SN: 7148

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MKE ATF Mauser Rifle 8mm SN: 7148
'Askeri Tufiki Fabrika or Army Rifle Factory' Turkish military bolt action service rifle chambered in 8mm Mauser, manufactured circa 1954. Imported by C.A.I. of St. Albans, V.T. with import marks on the barrel. Features a blued finish, 29" barrel, dovetailed inverted 'v' front sight, leaf style rear sight graduated to 2,000 meters, two barrel bands with a bayonet lug on the front band, cleaning rod, smooth trigger, 5 round internal box magazine, integral stripper clip guides in the receiver, straight bolt handle, three-position safety on the bolt, brown leather sling, smooth wood handguard and semi-pistol grip shoulder stock with smooth metal buttplate. The receiver ring is marked with an "ATF" monogram and is dated "1954." Rifle exhibits some examples some examples of bright bluing in the protected areas with the majority of the finish displaying a matte appearance, of which approximately 80% is retained showing wear and rust tones. Action is smooth, the bore is very good and the wood stocks are good. Condition is NRA Good. ***C&R Firearm*** From The John F Sukey Collection