Original German Mauser Model 1871/84 Magazine Service Rifle by Spandau Dated 1888 - Serial 8668 WWII The lower fitting has some

The lower fitting has some dents and the ball end has been crushed due to the weaker nickel alloy used in early models (later ones used steel)

and also looks to have been finished at some point

The breakfast ration box had brown printing and was marked with a brown capital letter "B" on the ends

He wears a Federal Frock Coat with a Kepi

Original German Mauser Model 1871/84 Magazine Service Rifle by Spandau Dated 1888 - Serial 8668 WWII The lower fitting has someOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a nice example of the Mauser Model 1871 84 rifle, which is covered with Imperial German inspection and acceptance markings on the metal work, though they are a bit worn in places. The serial number 8668 appears on the barrel and receiver, with the trigger guard, barrel bands, butt plate, and screws with shortened number 68. The bolt however is not matched, so most likely this rifle was reconditioned at