{"product_id":"original-german-model-1895-chilean-contract-mauser-rifle-by-ludwig-loewe-berlin-serial-d-4517","title":"Original German Model 1895 Chilean Contract Mauser Rifle by Ludwig Loewe Berlin - Serial D 4517","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very good condition example of the Model 1895 Chilean Mauser Rifle, made by the renowned \u003cem\u003eLUDWIG LOEWE ARMS COMPANY of BERLIN\u003c\/em\u003e. It looks to have seen light to moderate service, still retaining much of the original finish, and has a great look that is sure to look great as part of any collection. Many of the markings have been highlighted in white to make them easier to see.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ludwig Loewe company was actually part owner of Mauser Waffenfabrik from 1887 onward, which is why they were the primary contractor for the export Mauser rifles. In 1896 the company consolidated its arms manufacturing, and founded \u003cem\u003eDeutsche Waffen- und Munitionsfabriken\u003c\/em\u003e, the famous D.W.M.. All rifles made 1897 onward were marked with the new company abbreviation. Therefore ANY LUDWIG LOEWE marked firearm is considered a \u003cstrong\u003epre-1899 ANTIQUE\u003c\/strong\u003e by U.S. FEDERAL LAW. Most Chilean Contract M-1895 Rifles and Carbines found today are marked DWM, with examples by Ludwig Loewe being hard to find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe left side of the receiver on this example is marked with the production information:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMAUSER CHILENO MODELO 1895.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMANUFACTURA LOEWE BERLIN.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo the left of this is serial number \u003cstrong\u003eD 4517\u003c\/strong\u003e, which matches the number on the stock, bolt, and magazine housing, while some other smaller components are marked with shortened number \u003cstrong\u003e17\u003c\/strong\u003e. The cleaning rod is non-matching, marked with \u003cstrong\u003eA 301\u003c\/strong\u003e, probably swapped at arsenal long ago. The chamber ring still has a fully visible Chilean coat of arms marked on it, and isn't worn down like it would be from a refinish. The left side of the stock still has a crisp Chilean cartouche on it, which has an \u003cstrong\u003e1895\u003c\/strong\u003e date in a box at the bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe metalwork is in very good condition, with the original bluing still strongly present in many areas, though it has mostly worn off of the butt plate, except for on the tang. The bolt release and magazine follower still show almost all of the original \"Niter Blue\" finish, while the band springs only retain vestiges of it. The bolt is still bright steel, showing just a bit of staining. The stock is in great shape, showing the expected dings and dents from light service, but no there is no major damage or repairs. It has a lovely color, and there is a yellow painted number \u003cstrong\u003e46\u003c\/strong\u003e under the lower sling swivel, along with some gray paint on the right side of the butt stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rifle cycles great, with no issues that we can see, though we are not able to check to see if the magazine still feeds. The \"wing\" safety is fully functional, working exactly as intended with no mechanical issues to note. It prevents firing in the \"up\" position, and prevents both cycling and firing in the \"right\" position. The bolt release works correctly, allowing easy field stripping of the rifle, and the extractor, firing pin, and ejector are all present. The bore is in excellent condition, showing strong lands and grooves with a bright finish. We do not see any major wear or past fouling present, making it a great example. There is only a very light primer ring burned into the bolt face, indicating only light use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother Military Contract from the Victorian era that Mauser managed to snag from all its European competitors. In lovely condition and ready to display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYear of Manufacture: 1895\u003cbr\u003eCaliber: 7×57mm Mauser\u003cbr\u003eCartridge Type: Centerfire Cartridge\u003cbr\u003eBarrel Length: 29 Inches\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 48 1\/2 Inches\u003cbr\u003eAction type: Bolt-Action\u003cbr\u003eFeed System: 5 round internal magazine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore on the Mauser Model 1895:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mauser Model 1895 is a bolt operated magazine fed rifle using the 7×57mm Mauser cartridge. It was exported to many overseas powers, including the Chilean forces which adopted as the \u003cstrong\u003eFusil Mauser Chileno Mo 1895\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is the first major modification of the Mauser Model 1893 and was produced by Deutsche Waffen und Munitionsfabriken, known as DWM, and Ludwig Loewe Company from 1895 to 1900.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst supplied by the Ludwig Loewe \u0026amp; Co during 1895-1896 then later by the DWM (1897-1900), the Mauser model 1895 first made its appearance during a small arms race between Argentina and Chile in 1896 and 1898. In this period, over 80,000 Model 1895 rifles and 30,000 Model 1895 carbines were shipped and deployed to the Chilean army.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mauser Model 1895 also saw service in Mexico, Costa Rica, Paraguay, Iran, El Salvador and Honduras. Mauser Model 1895 rifles and carbines were the standard weapons of the various Mexican armies during the Mexican Revolution while the Paraguayan rifles saw combat during the Chaco War. Forces led by Pancho Villa during the Mexican Revolution and later guerilla campaign would have been armed with these rifles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43297935097925,"sku":"ONSV25NCS109","price":1395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/ONSV25NCS109__02.jpg?v=1754344765","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-german-model-1895-chilean-contract-mauser-rifle-by-ludwig-loewe-berlin-serial-d-4517","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}