Super scarce Austro-Hungarian Mannlicher M.1895 carbine (Repetier-Carabiner M.95) with a Riedl folding bayonet! The Riedl bayonets can be occasionally found on various Austro-Hungarian Mannlichers (M.1890 carbines, M.1895 carbines, M.1914 rifles, as well as on Hungarian M.1923 trial rifles). At one point, the Austro-Hungarian military considered these bayonets for service. However, they were never issued in substantial numbers, either because the Great War had erupted, or perhaps the field tests were less than satisfactory. The permanently attached bayonet is foldable under the rifle into a slot. The bayonet is a three-edged spike. Very few bayonets of this pattern were manufactured, and even less survived to these days. The carbine is in its original 8 x 50 mm caliber. This is the "true" cavalry carbine with a single set of sling swivels located on the left side of the stock an no stacking hook on the nosecap. The carbine was manufactured in 1913, as indicated by following markings stamped on the chamber, "W-n, Austro-Hungarian Eagle, 13". The receiver displays a model designation, "M.95", and the factory location, "Steyr". The right side of the receiver ring and chamber displays small Austro-Hungarian double head eagles. All matching serial numbers (the matching serial numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel, stock and handguard; 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. All original configuration. Correct carbine style rear sights. No import markings. Complete with an original Austro-Hungarian military leather sling. CONDITION: Fine+. 92% of original blue finish is still on metal. The blue finish is worn mainly on sharp edges of metal parts. Some blue is turning to brownish color. The buttplate shows some brown patina. Solid stock with usual handling marks, dings and small scratches. No cracks in wood. Original finish on the stock. Fine bore with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. All the internal parts of the carbine are in fine condition with no obvious wear. All the markings and numbers on both, wood and metal are clearly visible. The leather sling is still in very good condition. Very scarce Austro-Hungarian M.1895 Mannlicher carbine with Riedl bayonet! Serial# 7083 R.
This is C&R and requires FFL or C&R license.
