Original German M1891 Argentine Mauser Sporterized Rifle by Ludwig Loewe made in 1897 - Serial R 3235 nChannel This definitely suggests it was

This definitely suggests it was not for a military contract

though it does have wear on the lower edge

Java was carrying more than four hundred officers and seamen who were to join the British fleet in the East Indies

Specifications Engraved Short Luftwaffe:

Original German M1891 Argentine Mauser Sporterized Rifle by Ludwig Loewe made in 1897 - Serial R 3235 nChannel This definitely suggests it wasOriginal Item: Only one available. This is a very interesting "Sporterized" example of the Model 1891 Argentine Mauser rifle, one of many "export" models made for foreign governments, all based on the Mauser Model 1889. After service in Argentina, it was imported into the United States, had 7. 65 MAUSER stamped over the chamber, and had the stock and barrel altered to turn it into a very nice "sporting gun". The barrel was shortened by 7 inches, and