Original German Mauser Model 1871/84 Magazine Service Rifle by Spandau Dated 1886 - Serial 8494 Russian Artillery the right sleeve still bears

the right sleeve still bears this officer's gilt parachute with wings badge

The band is a correct high quality green web reproduction

The "8470" identifies it as a piece of individual equipment in the "personal armor" category while the "01" signifies that the piece is from the United States

Inside the helmet in paint is the name Griffiths

Original German Mauser Model 1871/84 Magazine Service Rifle by Spandau Dated 1886 - Serial 8494 Russian Artillery the right sleeve still bearsOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice service used example of the Mauser Model 1871 84 rifle, which was most likely reissued for use in WWI. It is covered with Imperial German inspection and acceptance markings on the metal work. The serial number 8494 appears on the barrel, receiver, while the rest of the numbers do not match, typical of rifles reconditioned for WWI use. The rear sight was also replaced with a Gewehr 1888 sight, most