Loewe Modelo 1895 Chilean-Contract Mauser Small-Ring Barreled Receiver, .308 Win, Parts Only (Pre-DWM, Germany)
This Chilean-contract Mauser Modelo 1895 barreled receiver was manufactured by Ludwig Loewe & Co., Berlin before the DWM transition, and features the small-ring Mauser action with a charger-clip slot. The barrel is later marked ".308 CAL," indicating a non-original conversion from the model’s original 7×57mm chambering. A faint Chilean coat-of-arms crest remains on the receiver ring. Offered in a parts-only configuration, it is not considered antique due to the .308 Win conversion.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair
Specific Condition Notes: Shows signs of wear and handling. Surface rust and pitting are present. Offered as parts only.
What’s Included
- Loewe Modelo 1895 Chilean-contract small-ring Mauser barreled receiver marked ".308 CAL"
- Installed front sight base (blade not present)
Manufactured by Ludwig Loewe & Co. in Berlin, this receiver represents pre-DWM production and the Chilean contract variant of the Modelo 1895. The small-ring Mauser receiver retains the charger-clip slot on the rear bridge, consistent with the pattern.
The barrel is later marked ".308 CAL," confirming a non-original caliber change from the original 7×57mm. Because of this conversion, it is not considered antique.
This is a parts-only barreled receiver. It does not include a bolt, trigger guard/magazine assembly, stock/handguard, or the rear sight assembly. The rear sight base seat and pin holes are present. Action type is bolt action by design, though the bolt is not included.
The receiver ring bears a faint Chilean coat-of-arms crest. The front sight base is installed, but the blade is missing. The rear sight base is missing. Country of origin is Germany.