S#: 3829 (No Letter Suffix) | Mfg. Date: 1887 | Barrel Length: Approx. 31.5” | Rare and exceptionally preserved Imperial German Spandau Arsenal Model 1871/84 bolt-action military rifle chambered in 11mm Mauser (.43 Mauser). This outstanding 1887 example features an original polished steel receiver bearing the Imperial Crown over “SPANDAU,” crowned “F.W.” royal cypher, and numerous Imperial German inspection and acceptance proofs. Serial number 3829 has no letter suffix and appears matching throughout, including the bolt assembly, barrel components, barrel bands, and cleaning rod, with corresponding “29” markings on smaller components. The full-length walnut stock retains its original Fraktur-style Imperial inspection stamps and military cartouches. Features an 8-round tubular magazine, adjustable ladder rear sight, bayonet lug, cleaning rod, and brass buttplate |||| CONDITION: Very Good. Receiver displays the original polished steel surface. Barrel retains approximately 70% original finish with minor surface pitting around breech and along upper surfaces. Stock is excellent and solid with minor handling dings and crisp, and untouched cartouche stamps. All markings are crisp and clear. Attractive straw-colored finish remains on appropriate components, with traces of fire blue on buttplate screws. Mechanically functions with smooth action. Bore is Pristine. |||| HISTORY: Of particular historical significance is the unit-marked brass buttplate stamped “K.A.R. R.408.”, attributed to the elite Kaiser Alexander Garde-Grenadier-Regiment Nr. 1 of the Prussian Guard Corps, stationed in Berlin. The rifle’s remarkable preservation is consistent with careful arsenal storage, although its specific depot history is undocumented. An exceptional, museum-quality presentation of an apparently all-matching 1887 Spandau, retaining its original-style polished receiver, desirable Imperial military markings, and distinguished Prussian Guard association. A highly collectible piece of 19th-century German military history ||||| CLASS: ANTIQUE