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Belgian Model 1889/16 Mauser Bolt Action Carbine

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:250.00 USD
Belgian Model 1889/16 Mauser Bolt Action Carbine
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Belgian Model 1889/16 Mauser Bolt Action Carbine, #7796, 7.65x53mm, 21.5" barrel, blued finish, hardwood stock, inverted "V" front sight and adjustable folding leaf rear sight. Marked faintly on top of receiver ring "FABRIQUE NATIONALE HERSTAL LIEGE", together with later importer applied "Belgium". Serial number is hand stamped. Magazine has been re-numbered to match, other numbers are mismatched. Includes cleaning rod. There is a small dent to the barrel jacket and the bolt handle will not lift when the safety lever is in the middle position - needs adjustment. Condition overall is very good with the metal retaining approx. 70% finish, showing thinning along the barrel jacket and overall toning. Wood is very good with overall bruises, handling marks, and darkening to the finish. Action is smooth, bright bore is very good, the action is smooth. No recent import marks. Est.: $500-$700. (C&R)