Original German Pre-WWI Gewehr 1888 S Commission Rifle by Amberg Arsenal - dated 1891 German Machine Guns Such markings were to prevent

Such markings were to prevent theft from other units whilst on campaign

and they began a correspondence that lasted for years

Pin back and maker stamped as issued 1 (Deschler & Son of Munich)

Only real issue is that the ejection rod has been lost over the years

There is definitely wear on the frame

Original German Pre-WWI Gewehr 1888 S Commission Rifle by Amberg Arsenal - dated 1891 German Machine Guns Such markings were to preventOriginal Item: Only one Available. This is a good example of the iconic German Gewehr 1888 "Commission Rifle", also known as the Gewehr 88, or GEW 88. It was manufactured at the Amberg Imperial Arsenal, located in Amberg, Bavaria, and then and then saw service through the end of the 19th century, but does not look to have been reissued for WWI use, as it was not adapted for stripper clips. These rifles were originally chambered for 7. 92mm Patrone 88