Original German Mauser Mod. 71 Converted in France to Uruguay Daudeteau / Dovitis Rifle dated 1881 - serial 88833 Russian Artillery Also the edge of the

Also the edge of the cross guard next to the portepee has lost most of the plating due to wear

with a 1939 date in the middle

All mechanics appear to be functional

and the leather overall is in good condition

which means "sword" (in general)

Original German Mauser Mod. 71 Converted in France to Uruguay Daudeteau / Dovitis Rifle dated 1881 - serial 88833 Russian Artillery Also the edge of theOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of the rare "Dovitis" rifle, which is a French conversion of the German Mauser Model 1871 Infantry Rifle. This example bears Serial #88833 on the receiver (worn) and bolt, and is marked marked I. G. Mod. 71 on the opposite side in German "Black Letter" type. This stands for Infanterie Gewehr (Infantry Rifle) Model 71. The opposite side of the receiver has the original manufacture date of