Trying to get more info on the Mauser...was it a military issue etc...think it was made in 1939. Was my Dads and want to display in my office...any help would be greatly appreciated!
Markings on 1939 Mauser??
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mowzerluvr
Hey Buddy, is that an E/4 in your pocket?
It USED to be military issue but has been sporterised post WW2. Made as you guessed, in 1939. At the Burlin Lubeck Maschinenfabrick plant. Betting it shoots great. Make sure it's still 8mm caliber though before shooting. Betting it is.
Zeppelin5000
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Yes, it was originally military issue, produced by Berlin-Lubecker in 1939, but it's been heavily sporterized. Stock was cut, sights were changed, etc. Bolt is a mismatch as well.
moconfed
Senior Member
Not that easy. Front and rear sight assemblies will need switched out.
Humbarger
Senior Member
That's not difficult in your case. That front sight is an old redfield band front sight.
They were made to be soldered on but could also be held in place with a set screw.
A close up photo would show me more detail. When they are soldered on the bluing on
the barrel is discolored requiring rebluing. Your rifle doesn't appear to have been reblued.
Replacing the rear is simple and would cover the screw holes used to hold the sporter
rear sight. If it were mine I would make the necessary restorations to bring this old
war horse back to her former glory.
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