Lovely Mauser Type S Fullstock Carbine

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serial #87937, 6.5 x 54, 22" barrel with an excellent bore. Metal surfaces on this superb pattern 210 small ring, Kurtz action Mauser retain about 97% original blue, the loss due only to fading and some high edge wear. There is some nice fire temper blue remaining on the bolt stop and traces of faded temper on the floor plate release lever. The full-length stock is classic style with a rounded cheekpiece and is European walnut, it rates excellent as professionally refinished. Buttplate is checkered bone with the "Mauser" emblem and the pistol grip features a steel cap. Forend features a scant Schnable halfway down its length with a Schnable at its very tip. The grip is dual-panel checkered while the forend has a wrap-around pattern. The gun features a three leaf rear sight with hooded sporting ramp front. In addition to the turndown bolt handle gun features a hinged, lever release floor plate and double set triggers. These Kurtz actions are very rare and desirable, and this is a super example of the Mauser factory Type S carbine in a wonderful light-recoiling caliber. (2591-17) {C&R} (3500/5500) SOLD FOR $6325.00