Original German Mauser Model K.1871 Carbine by ŒWG Steyr Dated 1877 - Serial No 2201 Military Maps but it is generally used

but it is generally used to describe a specific type of dagger with a short curved blade that is worn on a belt

There is additional twine wrapped at the bottom of the base of the spear

there is no definitive way to know

The reverse ricasso is etched with a double circle having a shaded center with RZM in the middle

303 rifle slings with brass fittings

Original German Mauser Model K.1871 Carbine by ŒWG Steyr Dated 1877 - Serial No 2201 Military Maps but it is generally usedOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of the Mauser Karabiner (Carbine) Model 1871, manufactured by WG Steyr in Austria. These shorter versions are harder to find, and were intended for use by cavalry and lancers. It is covered with Imperial German inspection and acceptance markings, standard for these rifles. The serial number 2201 appears on all parts of the gun, except for the bolt, which is marked 9757, most likely an