Bead front sight dovetailed into island sweated to muzzle Large ring action with stripper clip cutout marked with a Nitro proof for a 14.6gr bullet on left side (likely a 225 grain bullet, the standard for the M88 loading circa 1888), right with serial number. Redfield adjustable aperture rear sight mounted to rear ring. Svelte walnut stock with sling eyes at forearm, toe line, Prince of Wales grip with modified point pattern checkering about the wrist and a smooth steel buttplate with widow's peak. CONDITION: Very good, retaining the vast majority of the bluing throughout, with some silvering to sharp edges, most noticeable at rings. Island possibly later as condition is not commensurate. Stocks with scattered handling marks and impressions, one chip missing on left side of pistol grip, toe shaved flat in the period. Mechancially fine, bore with strong rifling and moderate frosting throughout. Barrel Length: 22" Caliber/Bore: 8mm Mauser (?) FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Mauser Model: 98 Serial Number: 393