Very scarce Austro-Hungarian Mannlicher M.1890 carbine (Extra-Korps Gewehr) in its original caliber, 8 x 50 mm. This type of carbine (or short rifle if you insist) was adopted only by Austro-Hungarian Gendarmerie and k.u.k. Militär-Polizei-Wachkorps (military police). M.1890 carbines and stutzens were manufactured by Osterreichische Waffenfabriks-Gesellschaft, Steyr from 1891 to 1896. The receiver ring displays the maker's name, "OEWG Steyr". The carbine was accepted by the Austro-Hungarian military in 1895, as indicated by markings stamped on the chamber, "W-n, Austro-Hungarian Eagle, 95". The right side of the receiver and chamber displays small Austro-Hungarian eagles. All matching serial numbers (stamped on the receiver, barrel and stock; no numbers are stamped on all the remaining parts, which is correct for this model). All the serial numbers are factory original and they were not re-stamped. The carbine has a characteristic butt plate with a trap for carrying a cleaning kit (not included). Only Extra-Corps Gewehr M.1890 has a butt plate with a trap. Correct carbine/stutzen style rear sights calibrated to 2400 schritt. One set of the sling swivels located underneath the stock. The carbine was manufactured without a stacking hook, and with no provision for the cleaning rod. There is a bayonet lug on the right side of the nose cap (for M.1888 bayonet). No import markings. All original military configuration. Only about 111.000 M.1890 carbines and stutzens were ever manufactured. Carbine comes with original leather sling. CONDITION: Fine plus. The blue finish is slightly worn in couple places and turning to metal patina, probably due to excessive cleaning. The butt plate is in white metal. Solid, near excellent stock with some handling marks, dings and scratches. No cracks in the wood. Original finish on the stock. Fine bore with strong and rifling. Strong action. All the markings and numbers on metal are clearly visible. All the internal parts of the carbine are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. The leather sling in excellent condition with no tears or cuts. Scarce Austro-Hungarian M.1890 Mannlicher carbine! Serial #: 5712 N. A must for advanced Mannlicher collection. Antique.
