Mauser 1909 ARGENTINE (Used)
Make: Mauser (Manufactured by Deutsche Waffen-und Munitionsfabriken, Berlin, Germany) Model: Modelo Argentino 1909 (Argentine Mauser 1909) Caliber: 7.65×53mm Argentine (7.65 Argentine Mauser) Type: Bolt-Action Action: Bolt Action Finish: Blued Steel with Polished Bolt Body Barrel Length: 29.1" Weight: Approximately 8.8 lbs Capacity: 5-round Internal Box Magazine Sights: Original Military Tangent Rear Sight and Blade Front Sight Safety Features: Three-position Mauser wing safety Large non-rotating extractor Controlled-round feed action Gas venting and gas shield safety features of the Mauser 98 design Material: Forged steel receiver Forged steel bolt Walnut military stock Steel magazine assembly and floorplate Matching Numbers Confirmed: Receiver Bolt Stock Unique Features: Original military configuration DWM Berlin manufacture Matching-number example Retains original handguard, barrel bands, cleaning rod, bayonet lug, and military sights Considered one of the finest Mauser military rifles ever produced Usage and Applications Recommended Use: Military surplus collecting Historical firearms collecting Vintage rifle shooting Big game hunting with appropriate ammunition Mauser action enthusiasts Performance Characteristics: Exceptional reliability Smooth bolt operation Excellent mechanical strength Outstanding accuracy potential for a military rifle Moderate recoil compared to many full-power military cartridges Renowned for superior manufacturing quality Historical and Cultural Context The Argentine Model 1909 Mauser was manufactured by Deutsche Waffen-und Munitionsfabriken (DWM) of Berlin, Germany, for the Argentine military. Built on the legendary Mauser 98 action, the Model 1909 is widely regarded as one of the highest-quality military Mausers ever produced. Argentina demanded exceptional machining, polishing, and finishing standards, resulting in rifles that often display superior workmanship compared to many contemporary military arms. Collectors highly value the Model 1909 due to: DWM production quality Strong Mauser 98 action Historical significance Scarcity of matching-number examples Excellent craftsmanship Safety Information Treat All Guns as Loaded: Always handle a firearm as if it is loaded. Point the Muzzle Safely: Never point the rifle at anything you do not intend to shoot. Finger Off the Trigger: Keep your finger outside the trigger guard until ready to fire. Be Sure of Your Target and What's Beyond It: The 7.65 Argentine cartridge is a full-power rifle cartridge capable of traveling significant distances. Use Proper Ammunition: Only use ammunition specifically chambered for 7.65×53mm Argentine. Store Guns Safely: Store firearms securely to prevent unauthorized access and comply with all local laws.