Original Imperial German Mauser Model K.1871 Carbine by C.G. Haenel of Suhl with Bavarian Cypher Dated 1877 - Matching Serial 8297 Category_Spade Grip Assembly If you were looking for

If you were looking for a very nice mid 19th century shotgun to hand on the wall

Its first commanding officer

indicating manufacture by Mauser Oberndorf

the organization de facto ceased to exist

The guidon itself measures roughly 12 x 16½”

Original Imperial German Mauser Model K.1871 Carbine by C.G. Haenel of Suhl with Bavarian Cypher Dated 1877 - Matching Serial 8297 Category_Spade Grip Assembly If you were looking forOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of the Mauser Karabiner (Carbine) Model 1871, manufactured by V. C. Schilling of Suhl. 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 carbines. The serial number 8297 appears on the barrel, receiver, all parts of the bolt, butt plate, barrel bands, and