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Lot 1293:
Description
2009236 C2057 200/350/10000
Manufacturer: Ankara Military Factory (Askeri Fabrika). Model: 1938 Pattern (ATF Rework). Caliber: 8mm Mauser (8 x 57mm) Serial Number: 1F7524 (Receiver). An interesting example of a post-WWII Turkish military contract, this long-pattern Mauser was produced/overhauled at the Ankara Military Factory in 1954. Built on the rugged and reliable German Gewehr 98 pattern action, these rifles served as the backbone of the Turkish land forces during the early Cold War era. The receiver features a crisp “ATF” crest (stylized Ankara Military Factory) over the 1954 production date. The side rail is clearly stamped “98. Th.” (representing Tüfek, the Turkish word for rifle). The rifle maintains its full military configuration with a 48.75-inch overall length, featuring the standard Turkish tangent rear sight graduated to 2,000 meters. The hardwood stock shows honest service wear. Import markings from C.A.I. Georgia, VT are present on the underside of the muzzle. Bore is dark, but rifling strong. L 49”, Barrel approx. 29”. Please see photos for overall condition. S/N 1F 7524 C&R Eligible.
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