Spanish Oviedo Model 1916 Short Rifle - Guardia Civil Crest, 7.62 CETME Conversion, Mauser Action
This Fábrica de Armas de Oviedo Model 1916 short rifle is an arsenal-converted 7.62 CETME variant bearing the Guardia Civil crest on the receiver ring. It features the classic small-ring Mauser action with controlled-round-feed and a turned-down bolt, pairing a blued finish with an in-the-white bolt body. With Spanish "CAL 7,52" receiver marking, a 21.75 in barrel, and correct military furniture, it is a notable Spanish service rifle configuration with clear collector interest.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are some scuffs and wear. Confirm with a qualified gunsmith whether the chambering is 7.62 CETME or 7.62 NATO.
What's Included
- Fábrica de Armas de Oviedo Model 1916 Short Rifle, Guardia Civil crest, 7.62 CETME conversion
Built on the small-ring Mauser platform, this rifle retains hallmark features like a controlled-round-feed extractor and a left-side gas vent. The bolt is turned down with a large round knob and left in the white, contrasting the blued metalwork elsewhere.
Spanish military markings include the Guardia Civil crest on the receiver ring and "CAL 7,52" on the receiver, indicating the arsenal conversion to 7.62 CETME. The internal magazine holds five rounds and feeds via the Mauser system.
The 21.75 in barrel is paired with iron sights: a hooded front post and an adjustable tangent rear sight. Two barrel bands and a bayonet mounting boss under the nosecap complete the correct short rifle configuration.
The full-length hardwood stock with top handguard includes a right-buttstock side sling bar and a left-side front sling loop, finished with a steel buttplate. The length of pull measures 13.25 in, and a traditional flag safety is mounted on the bolt shroud.