FEG Mannlicher M.95/30 “S” Conversion Carbine – 8x56mmR Straight-Pull Bolt-Action Rifle
Built in Budapest and later arsenal-converted in 1937, this FEG-made Mannlicher M.95/30 carbine combines Austro-Hungarian World War I production quality with the interwar “S” rechambering for the more powerful 8×56 mm R cartridge. Matching serial numbers on the bolt, receiver and buttstock confirm its intact assembly, while clear “P.U.P. A. 37” and large “S” stamps document the official Austrian refurbishment and caliber upgrade. A short 19.7-inch barrel, welded side sling loops and re-graduated 2,000-meter rear sight complete the classic M95/30 profile prized by enthusiasts and collectors alike.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good – shows some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good – clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Rifling Condition: Good Rifling – intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor scratching, scuffing and small blemishes are visible on the blued metal surfaces and wooden stock.
What’s Included
- Austro-Hungarian M.95 knife bayonet with scabbard (non-matching serial)
Originally manufactured between 1897 and 1918, the straight-pull Mannlicher action allows rapid cycling and automatic clip ejection, features that set the design apart from conventional turn-bolt rifles of its era. This example retains the forged carbon-steel receiver bearing the crowned Hungarian crest over “BUDAPEST M. 95,” a hallmark sought by those collecting Central European service arms.
The 1937 “S” conversion upgraded the chamber to accept 8×56 mm R ammunition and added a prominent stamp on the receiver ring for quick identification. At the same time, armorers re-cut the tangent rear sight to metric graduations highlighted with yellow numerals, extending practical use out to 2,000 meters.
The carbine’s compact 19.7-inch barrel is protected by a full-length handguard, while finger-groove fore-stock panels and side sling loops provide the ergonomics favored by cavalry and mountain troops. A blued finish over forged carbon steel components remains consistent and serviceable, aligning with its “Good” overall rating.
Century Arms import markings on the barrel identify its lawful entry into the United States, preserving historical context without detracting from the rifle’s original military configuration. For collectors seeking a complete display, the included M.95 bayonet complements the carbine’s battlefield heritage.