Original German Mauser Model 1871 Bavarian Marked Infantry Rifle by Amberg dated 1879 - Serial 77041 Caps & Hats and would have had a

and would have had a deadly effect in the enemy staging phases of most night actions

both masks utilize a new type of ‘T-bayonet’ on each side supposedly intended to optimize mask retention and enhance fitment (it is in fact clearly modeled after the American ‘T-bayonet’ components used on twin-strap MBU-5/P masks)

in Springfield

The blade also has the usual light runner marks

tail latch

Original German Mauser Model 1871 Bavarian Marked Infantry Rifle by Amberg dated 1879 - Serial 77041 Caps & Hats and would have had aOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a nice example of the Mauser Model 1871 Infantry Rifle, manufactured by Amberg Arsenal in what was then the kingdom of Bavaria in the German Empire. It is covered with Imperial German inspection and acceptance markings on the metalwork. It bears serial number 77041 on the barrel, receiver, bolt, and just about every other part that would have a serial number except for the butt plate and a few screws, which