Lot 1314:
Swedish Mauser Model M96 Rifle, Mauser Oberndorf 1900, 6.5x55mm
Sold for: $600
Description
A Swedish Mauser Model M96 bolt-action rifle, manufactured by Waffenfabrik Mauser Oberndorf am Neckar in 1900, chambered in 6.5x55mm. The rifle features a wooden stock with a reddish-brown finish and blued steel components. The receiver is engraved ‘WAFFENFABRIK MAUSER OBERNDORF A/N 1900’ and bears the serial number ‘OG 39486’. The serial number ‘486’ matches on the bolt, safety, and buttplate, alongside a crown proof mark. An importer’s mark, ‘SARCO STIRLING N.J.’, is present on the barrel. It is fitted with an aftermarket aperture rear sight marked ‘HÅLSIKTE’ (Swedish for ‘aperture sight’). The right side of the buttstock is adorned with several gold-toned circular stickers dated 1984-1987, bearing the Swedish text ‘SKYTTEÖS RIKSPROPAGANDA’ (‘National Shooting Sports Promotion’) and ‘FRIVILLIGA SKYTTERÖRELSE’ (‘Voluntary Shooting Movement’), indicating its past use in Swedish civilian shooting events.
Condition report:
Good apparent condition for its age. The wooden stock exhibits minor handling marks. Metal components show wear, some bluing loss, and light surface patination, especially on the buttplate.
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