DWM Mod. 1908 Brazilian Contract Mauser 7mm Bolt-Action Rifle – Pre-WWI, Matching Numbers
Built by Deutsche Waffen- und Munitionsfabriken (DWM) for the Brazilian military before the First World War, this Mod. 1908 long rifle is a large-ring Mauser 98 chambered in 7×57 mm Mauser. It carries the Brazilian Republic crest dated 15 November 1889, retains matching serial numbers on the receiver and stock, and still wears its original blued finish and full-length walnut stock. Collectors will appreciate the intact import marks that document its early export history as well as its clean bore and complete cleaning rod.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good – Shows some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good – Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Rifling: Good – Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The original walnut stock has minor scratching, scuffing, and blemishing consistent with service use, but remains solid with no cracks.
What’s Included
- DWM Mod. 1908 Brazilian Contract Long Rifle (matching receiver and stock)
- Original full-length walnut stock with flat steel butt-plate
- Original cleaning rod