DESCRIPTION: Very scarce Austro-Hungarian Mannlicher M.1890 cavalry carbine (Repetier-Karabiner) in its original caliber, 8 x 50 mm Rimmed. This type of carbine was intended for Austro-Hungarian mounted troops. 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 right side of the receiver and chamber displays a letter "T in a circle" (Tiegelgussstahl - a new type high quality steel was used to manufacture the carbine). 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 restamped. Correct style steel buttplate without a trap. Correct carbine/stutzen style rear sights calibrated to 2400 schritt. The sling swivels are located on the left side of the stock. The carbine was manufactured without a stacking hook, and with no provision for the cleaning rod. There is no bayonet lug on the right side of the nosecap, as the carbine is intended for cavalry use. No import markings. All original military configuration. Only about 111.000 M.1890 carbines and stutzens were ever manufactured. CONDITION: Low excellent. 97% of original blue finish is still present on metal. The blue finish is worn mostly on the sharp edges of steel parts. Some blue is turning to brownish color (mainly on the nosecap and lower part of the magazine). The buttplate is covered with light patina. Occasional light peppering on the barrel and magazine. Nice stock with some handling marks, small dings and light scratches. 0.75 inch long hairline stress crack in the upper part of the buttstock, just behind the receiver tang (please, see pictures). Original finish on the stock. Excellent bore with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. All the markings and numbers on metal and stock are clearly visible. All the internal parts of the carbine are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. Scarce Austro-Hungarian M.1890 Mannlicher cavalry carbine! Serial# 80XXN. Antique. (FFL or C&R in some States)
