Turkish Model M1938 Mauser

(R) Serial # 205598. 8mm Mauser caliber bolt action rifle with a 29-1/2” barrel. The bore condition is unknown, it is packed in cosmoline. This rifle was made at the Ankara Arsenal in 1945. The blued metal finish on the barrel and receiver is in fair condition showing wear and thinning with scratches. The floor plate and trigger guard are worn to bare metal. The barrel bands show heavy wear with a slight brown patina. The plain walnut stock and hand guard are in good to very good military condition showing scattered light dings, scratches and finish wear; no cracks or repairs. The bolt is mis-matched. The cleaning rod is present. The action seems to work, the main spring is a bit weak and the action is packed with cosmoline. C&R.