Original German Mauser Mod. 71 Converted in France to Uruguay Daudeteau / Dovitis Rifle dated 1881 - serial 88833 Russian Artillery showing just how delicate these

showing just how delicate these are

and the leather overall is in good condition

Also the edge of the cross guard next to the portepee has lost most of the plating due to wear

which is also seen on the handle and the scabbard

Additional marks of interest include inspectors' and proof marks around the breech end of the barrel: a V over a P over an eagle's head over another P on the left side just above the stock

Original German Mauser Mod. 71 Converted in France to Uruguay Daudeteau / Dovitis Rifle dated 1881 - serial 88833 Russian Artillery showing just how delicate theseOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of the rare "Dovitis" rifle, which is a French conversion of the German Mauser Model 1871 Infantry Rifle. This example bears Serial #88833 on the receiver (worn) and bolt, and is marked marked I. G. Mod. 71 on the opposite side in German "Black Letter" type. This stands for Infanterie Gewehr (Infantry Rifle) Model 71. The opposite side of the receiver has the original manufacture date of