Turkish Mauser Model 1933 Rifle – 8x57mm Mauser
- Category
- Firearms Rifles
- Classification
- Non-restricted
- Action
- Bolt
- Manufacturer
- (other)
- Caliber
- 8 mm Mauser (8x57)
- Hand
- Right Handed or Ambidextrous
- Status
- Used
For sale is an original Turkish Mauser Model 1933 bolt-action rifle, chambered in 8x57mm Mauser (7.92x57). This rifle is part of Turkey’s 1930s standardization program, where various imported and captured Mauser rifles, including German Gew 98 and Czech VZ 98/22, were rebuilt and unified at the Ankara Arsenal.
Key Features:
Year Marking: 1933, with the classic Crescent & Star crest on the receiver.
Action: Bolt-action, 5-round internal magazine.
Barrel & Bore: Bore shows light wear with visible rifling, suitable for collection and light range use.
Stock: Original military wood stock with service wear, adding to its authentic battlefield character.
Matching & Condition: Typical of Turkish Mausers, the rifle shows mixed serials from arsenal refurbishing.
This is a historically significant surplus rifle representing the transitional period of the Turkish Army between WWI and WWII. Perfect for collectors of Mauser variants or those seeking a classic 8mm Mauser shooter.
