Oviedo Spanish Mauser Model 1893 Sporterized Bolt-Action Rifle, 8mm Mauser, 22 in Barrel, 1925, with Leather Sling
This Spanish-made Model 1893 from Fábrica de Armas de Oviedo is a small-ring Mauser action rifle that has been professionally sporterized for field use. It features a 22 inch sporter-contour barrel, a cut-checkered hardwood stock, open sporting sights, and a leather sling mounted to the swivels. The receiver crest is marked "FABRICA DE ARMAS / OVIEDO / 1925," confirming its year of manufacture.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The metal and wood show scattered scratches and small blemishes from prior handling and use. The bore presents a bright, reflective surface on inspection.
What's Included
- Leather rifle sling with decorative inlays (attached)
Built on the proven small-ring Mauser platform, this rifle retains the controlled-feed extractor and internal 5-round magazine, with a left-side gas-escape port on the receiver. The bolt has a round knob, and the action uses the classic flag-type safety.
The sporterization includes a 22 inch sporter-contour barrel and a hardwood stock with cut checkering on the fore-end and pistol grip. The stock has a straight comb, a steel buttplate, and sling swivels fitted, with a 13.0 inch length of pull.
Sights are set up for practical field use, with a ramped front blade and a barrel-mounted open rear sight of the sporting type. This configuration pairs well with the streamlined barrel profile for a clean, traditional sight picture.
The forged steel receiver wears the crown over "FABRICA DE ARMAS / OVIEDO / 1925" crest, indicating Spanish manufacture at Oviedo in 1925. Chambered in 8mm Mauser, the rifle has a 5+1 capacity when topped off.