the first serial number was applied to a Model 1892 receiver in April of 1892
then a second at about the same place in front of you
Included in the set is an M3 shoulder holster and two 1916 hip holsters
"JM" indicates inspection by John Maggs
of which one is terminated by a knot and a brass ferret - it is made of wool and cotton for NCOs and EM - all threads are tinted in colors resembling the ribbon of the Belgian Croix de Guerre 1940 (i
Original Imperial German Mauser Model K.1871 Carbine by C.G. Haenel of Suhl with Bavarian Cypher Dated 1877 - Matching Serial 7938 Snider Rifle the first serial number wasOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of the Mauser Karabiner (Carbine) Model 1871, manufactured by V. C. Schilling of Suhl. These shorter versions are harder to find, and were intended for use by cavalry and lancers. It is covered with Imperial German inspection and acceptance markings, standard for these carbines. The serial number 7938 appears on the barrel, receiver, all parts of the bolt, butt plate, barrel bands, and