Mauser Model 1943 (Spanish M43) Bolt-Action Rifle in 7.92x57mm Mauser with Iron Sights
This Mauser Model 1943 Spanish M43 is a 1940s-era bolt-action rifle from Spain chambered in 7.92x57mm Mauser. It features a full-length military stock with classic service configuration details, including a left-side finger groove, side-mounted sling bar, and two barrel bands. Markings include a receiver/barrel stamp reading "cal. 7.92mm" and multiple circular inspection/proof-style stamps (not legible).
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Fair - Generally clean, some residue or smudges, slight corrosion.
Bore Rifling: Fair Rifling - Worn rifling, slight loss of definition.
Specific Condition Notes: This firearm is in solid functional shape. There are scratches and blemishes present. The bore is clean and shiny. Rust and pitting are present. Parts are reported non-matching, with the bolt reported as matching.
What’s Included
- Canvas rifle sling (installed)
This Spanish M43 is built on the Mauser bolt-action platform and uses a manual safety located at the rear of the bolt shroud. The rifle is configured with iron sights, including a blade-style front sight on a ramp/base and a tangent/leaf-style rear sight with a slider. A small stamped inspection/assembly mark is present on the rear sight leaf.
The stock is a full-length military pattern with a left-side finger groove and a side-mounted sling bar, and it is secured with two barrel bands. A rod-like steel component is visible beneath the barrel in the forend/muzzle area.
Chambering is marked as "cal. 7.92mm" on the receiver/barrel area, consistent with 7.92x57mm Mauser. The rifle is reported with a 23.6 inch barrel and a 5-round capacity.
Visible numbering includes serial "8075" on the receiver and bolt handle root, with additional stamped numbers "9223" and "223" present on other metal parts. The rifle is reported as parts non-matching, with the bolt reported as matching, which is helpful context for buyers evaluating originality and component fit.