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**Austrian Oster Gendarmerie Marked Enfield No. 1 MK III Rifle
Estimate: $300-$500
Sold
$400
Timed Auction
Arms, Armor and Militaria Online
Location
Cincinnati
Description
**Austrian Oster Gendarmerie Marked Enfield No. 1 MK III Rifle
World War I
.303 British. 25.2" barrel length. SN: S51255. Blued metal finish with polished bolt rounds set in walnut semi pistol grip stock with full length two-piece upper handguard, brass butt, and adjustable rear notch with front blade sights and protectors. Bolt action semi-detachable magazine fed repeating rifle charged with stripper clips. Upper barrel flat is struck OSTERR/GENDARMERIE. Further marks include {Crown/G.R/1918/SHTL.E./III*}, scattered British military proofs to metal parts, and struck into the wrist. Serial numbers match on the rear sight, bolt handle, and receiver.
This lot is located in Cincinnati.
Condition
Good. Bore is Very Bright with crisp rifling throughout. Metal finish displays scattered edgewear overall with some scuffs, scratches, and abrasions. Brown patina forming in losses. Stock shows handling wear overall, some signs of sanding, and dents.
Quantity
1