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Lot 436: WWI Imperial German Mauser Tankgewehr Anti-Tank Rifle

Desirable World War I Imperial German "1918" Date Mauser Tankgewehr Model 1918 Bolt Action Anti-Tank Rifle

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 21, 2025

Lot 436: WWI Imperial German Mauser Tankgewehr Anti-Tank Rifle

Desirable World War I Imperial German "1918" Date Mauser Tankgewehr Model 1918 Bolt Action Anti-Tank Rifle

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 21, 2025

Estimated Price: $6,500 - $9,500

Desirable World War I Imperial German "1918" Date Mauser Tankgewehr Model 1918 Bolt Action Anti-Tank Rifle

Manufacturer: Mauser
Model: Anti-Tank
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 13.2mm TuF
Barrel: 39 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1926
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: The bore is mostly bright with strong rifling and minor oxidation.
Description:

One of roughly 14,700 Tankgewehr (also called T-Gewehr) Model 1918 13.2 mm TuF single shot bolt action anti-tank rifles manufactured by Mauser for the Imperial German Army from May 1918 to the end of World War I later that November. Receiver ring marked with Mauser "banner" and "1918" date, "crown/Gothic letter" and "imperial eagle" proofed. Matching visible serial numbers on the barrel, bolt assembly, bolt catch, trigger housing, barrel band, and rear sight. Fitted with a two-piece walnut stock with pistol grip and faint "crown/Gothic letter" proof and matching number on the bottom. Bipod not included. These rifles are exempt from NFA provisions as specified in section III of the official ATF Curios or Relics list.

Rating Definition:

Good, with traces of original blue finish in protected areas, scattered spotting/freckling, minor pitting, scattered brown patina, and scattered mild handling marks. The rear sight ladder is bent slightly upwards. The stock is also good as sanded and re-oiled with cracking at the pistol grip, dowel inset repairs, and a chunk missing from the right side of the butt. The safety lever is non-functional, otherwise mechanically fine.



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