Minty Pair--Mauser 71/84's

[Meridius]

Just picked up these two at auction. Not normally something I collect, these are definitely the earliest rifles I own now. I was originally going after a G43 but walked away with these instead! Both are matching and appear unissued.

 

[ugafx4]

Immaculate shape!

Too bad the g43 got away, but these are a nice consolation prize!

 

[Regis Rex]

A minty 71/84 is one of my bucket list items. I have a beater, and even it shoots great.

 

[reich1900]

I have one in condition like yours, Amberg 1888 and the bayonet to go with it too. I bought it from a friend but had to buy his whole collection of about 6 guns to get it. I have since sold all but a .22. I reload my own ammo and shoot it a couple of times a year. I have a few boxes of original ammo with a pouch. Still looking for an original muzzle cap if anyone has one to sell let me know.
Bernie

 

[Hambone]

Beautiful rifles Meridius. Pic stickied for ref.

 

[Warrior1354]

Meridius great looking pair of 71/84 really hard to find in that shape and you got two of them the same day. With that luck you may still find a real nice G/K43. Sometime good deals come up when you least expect it. Thanks for sharing and good pictures too.

 

[tjg79]

Wow, those are very nice rifles. Those old rifles in that kind of condition are always a good acquisition. Good job!

 

[Meridius]

Thanks for the comments all! Any idea what this regiment marking is on one of the bayonets?

 

[Spartaner545]

markings

Hello,

the unit marking B.A.XV.94. would indicate that your bayonet was used by the BekleidungsAmt, Betriebsabteilung Nr. 15, Waffe Nr. 94.

Very roughly translated to: clothing/equipment office, department no. 15, weapon no. 94.

This unit was responsible for the equipment, especially the clothing of the imperial army.


I hope this was the answer you were looking for.
With kind regards

Vincent

PS: it would be interesting if you could make a picture of the abnahme stamps on the back of the blade.