1943 Kirikkale Arsenal Model 1938 Turkish Mauser 8mm Bolt-Action Rifle, 29" Barrel
Produced at Turkey’s Kirikkale Arsenal in 1943, this Model 1938 Mauser represents the last generation of Turkish service rifles chambered in 8mm Mauser. It combines the long 29-inch barrel and five-round internal magazine typical of late-war Turkish contract Mausers, with original hardwood furniture and military sights that appeal to collectors seeking a correct, as-issued example.
Condition
Overall Condition: Poor condition.
Bore Condition: Fair – Generally clean, some residue or smudges, slight corrosion.
Bore Rifling: Fair Rifling – Worn rifling, slight loss of definition.
Specific Condition Notes: The rifle shows minor scratching, scuffing, pitting, and blemishing on the metal surfaces and stock. The bolt is missing.
What’s Included
- Kirikkale Arsenal Model 1938 Turkish Mauser rifle (bolt not included)
The 29-inch barrel delivers the full ballistic potential of the 8mm Mauser cartridge, a detail valued by shooters who appreciate original military performance.
Its receiver ring bears the distinctive “K Kale 1943” crest, confirming production at the Turkish state arsenal during World War II and aiding historical verification.
The rifle retains its original blued finish, now worn to a patina that reflects decades of service and storage. Collectors often seek this honest wear as evidence of authentic field use rather than later refurbishment.
A hardwood stock with sling cutouts and grasping grooves completes the correct military configuration. While visibly worn, the wood remains structurally sound, offering a solid foundation for restoration or display.
Sighting is handled by a hoodless front blade and ladder-style rear sight graduated for long-range volley fire, characteristic of Turkish Mausers converted from earlier German and Czech patterns.