For Sale: Rare Venezuelan Contract FN Model 1930 Mauser – 7x57mm

Up for sale is a gorgeous, historically rich piece of military history: an FN Model 1930 Mauser short rifle, custom manufactured for the Venezuelan military by the legendary Fabrique Nationale in Herstal, Belgium. Chambered in the sweet-shooting, inherently accurate 7x57mm Mauser (7mm Mauser), this rifle is a prime example of pre-WWII European craftsmanship built for South American contracts.
​Whether you are a serious military surplus collector or a vintage rifle competitor, this FN 1930 belongs in your safe.
​Highlights & Features
• ​Stunning Venezuelan Crest: The receiver boasts a deeply struck, incredibly detailed Venezuelan national coat of arms. It remains crisp and highly visible on the receiver ring.
• ​Authentic Belgian Manufacture: The receiver side rail is clearly stamped with the iconic “FAB. NAT. D’ARMES DE GUERRE / HERSTAL-BELGIQUE” rolling block text.
• ​Classic Mauser Action: Features the ultra-reliable, smooth-cycling Mauser 98-style bolt system with its signature full-length claw extractor, offering robust lockup and flawless feeding.
​Condition Report
• ​Metalwork: The rifle retains a handsome, honest patina across its receiver, barrel bands, floorplate, and trigger guard. There is light, expected operational thinning and minor handling wear, but the metal remains solid and free of major pitting.
• ​Wood Stock: The original European walnut stock has an incredibly rich, dark oil finish. It shows a lifetime of authentic character with minor field dings, surface scratches, and pressure dents, but it features no major cracks or structural damage.
• ​Mechanics: The bolt cycles smoothly with positive engagement, the single-stage trigger breaks cleanly, and the safety operates exactly as intended.
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