Original German Mauser Mod. 71 Converted in France to Uruguay Daudeteau / Dovitis Carbine - serial 8020D German SS with just a bit of

with just a bit of wear on the tip and edge

Soldiers were routinely issued British captured jackets and uniforms when held as POWs

though the wrapping is somewhat degraded

giving a unique finish known as "TIMOR"

with some areas of light staining and light oxidation

Original German Mauser Mod. 71 Converted in France to Uruguay Daudeteau / Dovitis Carbine - serial 8020D German SS with just a bit ofOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of the rare "Dovitis" carbine, which is a French conversion of the German Mauser Model 1871 Infantry Rifle. We have had several of the rifle length examples before, but this is the first carbine we have had! This example bears Serial #8020D on the receiver and bolt, and is marked marked I. G. Mod. 71 on the opposite side in German "Black Letter" type. This stands for Infanterie Gewehr