The definitive book on the subject, mauser military rifles of the world, 5th edition, is the masterwork of robert ball, the worlds foremost authority on mauser rifles. Even so this is an essential book for every mauser enthusiast. Original oberndorf sporting rifles 1997 and mauser. With the help from this forum it appears that i have a type l sporting rifle made in 19 and would like to find out. Start by marking mauser original oberndorf sporting rifles as want to read. The original oberndorf mauser cartridges are also included, albeit with rather limited information. Mauser original oberndorf sporting rifles jon speed read. Original oberndorf sporting rifles 9780889352308 by jon speed and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices.
Its parent rifle was the 1908 brazilian military rifle. All hunting rifles made by mauser are based on traditional, downtoearth values, combined with the most modern of rifle technology. Originally, this was intended to be 1 book, but due to the immense amount of information available over 910 pages, the volume was split into 2. With some of the recents posts i was thinking it might be nice to have a list of books about mausers. Original oberndorf sporting rifles hardcover 31 may 1997. The m1894 carbine was adopted in 1894 with the first 12,000 carbines being manufactured by waffenfabrik mauser in oberndorf am neckar, germany.
Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. We took over the mauser oberndorf company in 1999, and we have only very little documentation concerning the historic mauser military rifles and pistols. Mauser, oberndorf b, 3006 cal rifle, 24 bbl, ejectors, single trigger, color streaked walnut, pistolschnable, cheekpiece, lop 14 1 for sale by safari outfitters ltd on gunsamerica 935389824. Collector grade publications, 1997 hunting rifles 471 pages. The new mauser model 1871 rifle was adopted as the gewehr 71, or infanteriegewehr 71 m71. Mauser, originally konigliche waffen schmieden, is a german arms manufacturer. Military style 98 mauser receiver marked on the left side waffenfabrik mauseroberndorf an. But do note the horn butt plate bears the entwined waffenfabrik mauser logo. Mauser vintage hunting advertisement for sale ebay. Mauser military rifles of the world by robert w d ball alibris.
In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, mauser designs were also exported and licensed to many countries which adopted them as military and civilian sporting firearms. Books best sellers new releases childrens books textbooks australian. Coats of arms and other markings on mauser turnbolt rifles and carbines are extremely varied. Awesome, i was just writing 6197 occurs all over the rifle from the 116197 on barrel and receiver to the 97 on the rear most switch on the bolt i dont know what this piece is called, the 6197 bu on the lever, and i just noticed a 197 when i removed the scope. The mitchells mausers collection contains rare k98 mausers built during wwii by the german war machine. Founded in 1997, has become a leading book price comparison site. Therefore, we unfortunately cannot make any substantiated statements about the model, production time, quantities or value of the rifle. Going by interwar german catalogs, the model s was the standard offering in germany, while the m was predominantly made for export, available on special order only, just like the a and african model types.
Does anyone know if the book the mauser archive will have some of the same information need to research early commercial and military sporting rifles. There are 4 variations of the oberndorf commercial mauser action. Unfollow mauser oberndorf to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. How to tell what type of a mauser i have gone outdoors. The wood shows no cracks and only normal service issue marks. Buy mauser military rifles of the world by robert w d ball online at alibris. Historically over 90% of the bolt action rifles we have built, have been done so based on one of the variations of the mauser 98 action. Every now and then we have a request for a special rifle project. Mauser, oberndorf b, 3006 cal rifle, 24 bbl, ejectors, single trigger, color streaked walnut, pistolschnable, cheekpiece, lop 14 1 for sale by safari outfitters ltd on gunsamerica.
Although i intensely dislike landscape format books and find the page design puzzling at times, it is all forgiven because of the physical and content quality of the book. For special projects it is always a consideration for us to use, if available, an original oberndorf action. Mauser military rifles of the world by robert w d ball. Ball german military rifles and machine pistols 18711945 by hans dieter gotz the german rifle by john walter rifle and carbine 98 by dr. If you get real serious on the topic, and can find copies, i recommend jon speeds three books, the mauser archive, mauser small bores, and original oberndorf sporting rifles. The few rifles that survived the five postwar years in decent shape were now used for 60 years, often remounted with modern scopes and mounts. One correction to this video, the side of the receiver being marked waffenfabrik mauser ag doesnt necessarily mean a rifle is pre wwi as the name change occurred in. Articlesbooks all 98 artillery 1 blueprintsdrawings 7 carbines 16 enfield rifles 49. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers. This 96 shows a bright excellent bore and is all matching. I am sure many will cringe at the thought of breaking up a.
View profile view forum posts private message view articles. Mauser rifle cartridge was designed for use in the belgian model 1889 mauser rifle. Other countries that have used this cartridge in military rifles and machine guns are spain, turkey, argentina, bolivia, colombia, ecuador, paraguay, and peru. The word mauser can refer either to the german weapons manufacturer, the mauserwerke oberndorf waffensysteme gmbh, or to the series of boltaction rifles the mauserwerke manufacturered for the german armed forces. Sep 19, 2019 has anyone got any contacts in oberndorf. Remember, the true commercial mausers were appreciated here just as usable rifles, until american books by olson, womack and speed appeared. Aug 02, 2011 the definitive book on the subject, mauser military rifles of the world, 5th edition, is the masterwork of robert ball, the worlds foremost authority on mauser rifles. I have been trying to find the book mauser original oberndorf sporting rifles and cannot find one since its out of print.
A study of the development of the blackpowder mauser rifle david stefanye read. Mauser exported their design to several nations, so identification of the nationality of a. The mauser name has also sometimes been licensed by other companies. A collectors guide to the development and production of the german k98k service rifle from 1939 1944. Mauser had dwm subcontract the production of the 1908 brazilian. Mauser oberndorf sporting rifle c28809 united states. Extensive bibliography, listing all the books, catalogs, articles and foreign sources. So you see s types much more often than m types here in germany, though all mauser, oberndorf, prewar commercial rifles are rare here. We do this to assure you are getting the firearm you want, by describing condition to you in person.
Mauser is obsolete but many rifles chambered for it the 7. The definitive work covering every major design since the mauser of 1871. Aug 15, 2015 one correction to this video, the side of the receiver being marked waffenfabrik mauser ag doesnt necessarily mean a rifle is pre wwi as the name change occurred in 1922 and there were many. I have a pre war hunting rifle that i am hoping to identify and hope that you all might be able to help. Jan 07, 2017 original oberndorf sporter books in the video. Mauser original oberndorf sporting rifles by jon speed. Books for the original oberndorf mauser sporting rifles. The mauser sporter mauser 9808 and other sporting rifles.
Mar 21, 2016 download mauser military rifles of the world 4th forth edition text only free books. Feb 25, 2014 the fuhrer demanded that the town produce 70,000 mauser rifles a month, and it delivered them with the help of 5,000 forced labourers from across europe. Rifle has clear nazi markings on bot for sale by the bullet hole on gunsamerica 996573046. This should not be confused with a mauser model 1888. The mauser sportermauser 9808 and other sporting rifles. Books best sellers new releases childrens books textbooks australian authors kindle books audiobooks. The following information on mauser sporters comes from chapter 24. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. Mauser jagdwaffen gmbh was split off and continues making rifles, while the rheinmetal subsidiary, called mauserwerke oberndorf waffensysteme gmbh made other products for a time before being merged into rheinmetall waffe munition gmbh. Everything about mauser bolt rifles is here and to know and understand mauser rifles is to understand all rifles. Military style 98 mauser receiver marked on the left side waffenfabrik mauser oberndorf an. I cut down the military stock, reshaped the forend, removed some unnecessary metal such as the clip guide and military peep sight, shortened the barrel to 22 inches, and coldblued the barrel and action.
Mauser rifles 1935 s42g k98k reconditioned rifle mfg by mauser werke ag, oberndorf an by. Mauser sporting arms has already appeared in the authors two previous collector grade titles. The incorporation of the arms factory, about the youth of wilhelm and paul mauser, famous achievements. Original oberndorf sporting rifles by speed, jon, etc. Their line of boltaction rifles and semiautomatic pistols has been produced since the 1870s for the german armed forces. As already mentioned lud olsens book is a great starting point. In addition to the presentation of the mauser oberndorf contribution to small bore rifle development, much other significant history relative to the period is. Download free ebooks argentine mauser rifles 18711959 schiffer military history book full free. Original oberndorf sporting rifles 1997 and mauser smallbores. There is no doubt that it was the direct result of reading jack oconnors books and articles. At this time, we ask you to call and speak to a salesman to purchase firearms. The mauser brand has stood as a symbol for the real, successful hunting experience for over 140 years. Check out the new look and enjoy easier access to your favorite features. The word mauser can refer either to the german weapons manufacturer, the mauser werke oberndorf waffensysteme gmbh, or to the series of boltaction rifles the mauser werke manufacturered for the german armed forces.
Aug 15, 2011 i think the idea of sporterizing a military mauser has been with me since i was in my early twenties. Original oberndorf sporting rifles by jon speed, et al. Mauser bolt rifles by ludwig olson military mauser rifles of the world by robt. Mauser 98 oberndorf custom bolt action rifle poster 11 x 17. All complete with the military proof marks and acceptance stamps, which read like a history book. There are 4 variations of the oberndorf commercial mauser action, the kurtz small, intermediate, standard and magnum. Get the best deals on mauser vintage hunting advertisement and upgrade your home workout gear with the largest online selection at. No other work on mausers contains more details and models of this ubiquitous riflefrom the early black powder models to the mauser 98 and beyond.
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