LSB#: 120412ML10
Make: Mauser / Argentino
Model: 1909
Serial Number: D8518
Year of Manufacture: 1910
Caliber: 7.65x53 Argentine
Action Type: Bolt Action, Internal Magazine
Markings: The left side of the receiver ring is marked “Mauser Modelo / Argentino 1909”, and the left side of the receiver is marked “Deutsche Waffen-Und / Munitions Fabriken. Berlin”. The right side of the barrel and receiver ring are marked “D8518”. There is an “O” on the back of the bolt, there are no other visible marks on the bolt. The trigger guard, ahead of the floor plate, is marked “N8364”. The left side of the barrel, about 17” back from the muzzle is marked “7.65”.
Barrel Length: 24”
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Sights / Optics: This rifle is mounted with a “Kmart All Pro 4x32”. The original military front sight remains installed. The crosshairs are “duplex”, and the optics are clear. There are no dents or dings on the scope tube.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are nicely grained, sporterized, checkered, pistol grip style with cheek piece. The checkering is sharp. There are some surface scratches on the left side of the buttstock, below the bolt, and a scratches with some compression marks on the right side of the buttstock about three inches in front of the butt pad. Please see our photos. There are other minor surface scratches. The LOP measures approx. 14” from the front of the trigger to the back of the rubber “Wiesbaden Gun Club” buttpad. The buttpad is soft and pliable with some aging cracks on the sides. The stocks rate in about Very Good overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blue Receiver/ Black Coating on Barrel
Finish Originality: The barrel looks coated and so is not “as original”, but the receiver looks original blue.
Bore Condition: The bore is mostly bright and the rifling is sharp and deep. There is the usual gray color on the flats of military barrels but otherwise this is a great bore.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 75% of its barrel coated finish, and about 85% on the receiver blue. There are some “bald” spots on the barrel, about 7” back from the muzzle and on the left side at the muzzle. The receiver shows early signs of surface mottling on the left side, the metal is smooth but the surface is not, the right side shows minor thinning. The Screw heads are sharp, showing just minor use. The markings are clear. Overall, this gun rates in about Very Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. Interesting, the muzzle crown is uniformly rounded in a mushroom shape. We have no information about this.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Sling swivels and a scope with mounts are provided.
Our Assessment: This model is often referred to as the best of the K98 style Mausers. This particular rifle is very nice looking with a very nicely grained stock and is already mounted with a scope, and has a good bore. This could be your new 2012 season hunting rifle, a strong action in a good caliber.
CA Legal or CA Private Party Transferable: This rifle can be transferred in California and is C&R eligible.
Shipping:
UPS Insured shipping will cost $30. To reduce the likelihood of damage during shipping, we may disassemble long guns by removing stocks when it is possible & easy and will not damage the wood or screws. We will also break down takedowns. We have had problems with rough carrier handling breaking the stocks at the wrist, and since we have begun to disassemble, we have not had any breakage. All parts will be individually wrapped. If you would prefer to not have your item disassembled, please let us know as soon as you win the bid. We package all merchandise for shipment on the Monday following the sale.
Your item will be shipped within 1 week of receipt of good funds, usually the next day. You will receive an automatic notification with a tracking number upon shipment, to let you know that we have received funds. If you are in Southern California, you are welcome to pick your item up and complete the transfer at our shop in Simi Valley (M-F, 8-5).
This gun can only be shipped to an FFL or C&R, and it will be shipped from an FFL. It is your responsibility to ensure that the gun is legal to own and receive in your area. Please include a copy of your C&R or your dealer’s license with payment. We will need CFLC numbers for CA FFL’s to ship. We are FFL dealers and comply with all Federal, State and Local laws.
Payment:
Full payment on non-layaway items is required within 14 days. We accept Cashiers Checks, Money Orders, Cash and Personal Checks. No Credit Cards or electronic payments are accepted. To help us properly apply your payment, please indicate what item you have purchased when payment and/or FFL are sent. If you would like to be notified when we receive your payment, please obtain a tracking number from your carrier. We receive about 40 checks a day and do not have the staff required to email everyone when we receive checks.
CA Sales tax applies to CA buyers (7.25%).
Layaways are offered on all items, requiring a 20% non refundable down payment within 7 days of the auction’s close and the balance within 60 days. We do not require prior notice to place an item on the layaway. No returns are accepted on layaway items and the item will be considered abandoned after 60 days.
Successful Bidder Instructions:
You will be invoiced by the morning following the sale. This invoice will include totals for the sale and all instructions.
If you win an item and are not willing or able to complete the sale, you will be liable for 5% of the sale price.
Returns (less shipping) are accepted within 3 days of when the item is delivered with signature confirmation. Returns are very costly for both the buyer and for us, so please ask all of your questions before bidding and please be sure you can legally purchase this item.
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No gun should be fired without being examined by a competent gunsmith.
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