Original German Pre-WWI Gewehr 88/05 S Commission Rifle by Amberg Arsenal - Dated 1891 Brunswick Rifle which was an antiquated design

which was an antiquated design by WWII Standards

Original Item: Just released from British Stores

where they linked up with elements of the U

This example is made of silvered Tombac or Zinc

The frame is decoratively engraved on both sides

Original German Pre-WWI Gewehr 88/05 S Commission Rifle by Amberg Arsenal - Dated 1891 Brunswick Rifle which was an antiquated designOriginal Item: Only one Available. This is a good example of the iconic German Gewehr 1888 "Commission Rifle", also known as the Gewehr 88, or GEW 88. It was manufactured at the Amberg Arsenal, located in Bavaria, and most likely first saw use with a regiment in the Bavarian Army. The rifle then and then saw long service, as indicated by the large number of different markings on the gun. The Upper Barrel band is marked B. R. E. 2. 239. This marking,