![]() The no-prefix Model 1893s were some of the first produced after Ludwig Loewe was merged into DWM in 1897. Matching number on cleaning rod, triggerguard, and floorplate, but not the bolt. A later-style russet leather sling is included. The bolt stop and follower still show some brilliant electric blue color. (See photos.) The stock shows a faint cartouche. The rifle’s wood and metal show only light service wear. Cleaning rod is present and number-matching! Bore is bright, with sharp rifling. Chilean crest is intact on receiver ring. This rifle likely started out with a straight bolt, but was retrofitted with a cavalry-syle bolt. Bolt serial numbers mismatched to receiver-typical of early rifles that went back to the Chilean for arsenal re-build. Near excellent overall condition with 98%+ original arsenal blue–except on the butplate. ![]() A rare Orange Free State (O.V.S.) Boer War contract and Chilean contract Model 1893 DWM full-length 7×57 Mauser rifle. ![]()
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