Original German Mauser 1888 Commission Infantry Rifle by Steyr British Bayonets The 52nd Light Infantry was

The 52nd Light Infantry was based in Oxford

together with medal entitlements

These pouches have seen use and some of the stitching has deteriorated

In very good condition and already over a hundred years of age

and seals the opening of the dropper

Original German Mauser 1888 Commission Infantry Rifle by Steyr British Bayonets The 52nd Light Infantry wasOriginal Item: Only one Available. This rifle is very rare as it was never converted for the "Spitzer" cartridge and it is of early production having been manufactured in 1891. In 1886, the French Army unveiled the Modelle 1886 Lebel rifle. There was an immediate reaction in German military circles bordering on hysteria. Why? Because the Lebel was the worlds first small bore military rifle using an efficient smokeless powder cartridge. Now, the Lebel,